International King Jeffrey Y.
and Queen Vena D.

Why Come to IRD?

Among the most inspiring, uplifting experiences for TOPS members is attending the annual International Recognition Days celebration, known simply as IRD. Each year, this two-day convention moves to a different city in North America so that as many members as possible may attend. Nonmembers are also welcome to attend IRD and see what being part of the TOPS family is all about.

Highlights of IRD include crowning the International King and Queen and runners up and the KOPS Circle of Light that recognizes members who have maintained their weight loss—some for 50 years or more. Main features also include lively educational sessions as well as opportunities to make friends and meet people from all over the United States and Canada.

TOPS keeps the registration fee low, and many chapters do fundraising during the year to defray costs. Housing and registration forms for IRD are available each year in the December/January issue of the TOPS News member magazine.

Photos from IRD 2018

Check out our Success Stories page to see our newest International Royalty! Some of our best successes are also on our Success Stories album on Facebook. See our candid photos from IRD on Facebook.

Revive at a TOPS Retreat

Get away, relax and fire up your weight-loss motivation. You'll learn practical tips you can bring home, plus make new friends.

Join us for the TOPS 2019 Tropical Caribbean Cruise  or one of many upcoming weekend and week-long retreats. Remember to reserve your place; retreats fill up fast.

Recognition Days, Spring Workshops and More Are Coming Soon! 

Our fall events have concluded and were a great success. Spring events, including State and Provincial Recognition Days celebrations,
are being added almost daily across the US and Canada, so check back often.  All major events will be posted by early January.

Join other TOPS members from your area for inspiration and camaraderie. Don't see anything in your area? Reach out to your local Field Staff.  Simply type your ZIP or Postal Code into the Find A Meeting page, and you'll see names and local contact information.