Elevate Your Debate Skills

Built by high schoolers, for high schoolers. Master Lincoln-Douglas Debate and Extemporaneous Speaking with structured curriculum and expert coaching.

What We Offer

Structured Curriculum

Step-by-step lessons designed to take you from beginner to competitive debater, with clear roadmaps for both LD and Extemp.

Expert Coaching

Learn from experienced debaters who understand the challenges you face and know what it takes to succeed at the highest levels.

Proven Results

Our coaches have competed nationally and created curriculum that empowers students to reach elimination rounds.

Our Focus Events

Lincoln-Douglas Debate

Master the art of value debate. Learn to construct philosophical arguments, engage with complex ethical frameworks, and excel in cross-examination.

  • Value premise construction
  • Framework debate
  • Cross-examination strategy
  • Rebuttals and crystallization
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Extemporaneous Speaking

Develop the ability to speak promptly and confidently on current events. Learn research techniques, speech structure, and delivery skills for compelling presentations.

  • Prep techniques
  • Speech organization
  • Source Usage
  • Delivery and presentation
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