Public Speaking and Debate Skills That Set Your Student Apart
Powerful Speaking & Debate Skills
We transform even the most reserved students into confident communicators through our proven three-part method
Command Attention
Master voice, body language, and presence techniques
Structure for Impact
Craft arguments that persuade
Win Any Debate
Develop critical thinking skills to dismantle opposing arguments

Students develop the confidence to articulate their ideas clearly and persuasively
Academic & College Admission Advantage
Our students consistently outperform peers academically and gain significant advantages in college admissions
Classroom Confidence
Participate more effectively in school
Test Score Gains
Develop skills that improve SAT/ACT performance
Stand Out to Admissions
Build skills college admissions officers rank highest

Capitol Debate students pursue the highest academic opportunities
Essential Skills for an AI-Driven World
As AI handles information tasks, uniquely human communication skills are becoming the most valuable career asset
Most-Wanted Skill
Employers consistently rank communication skills above technical skills
Digital Communication Mastery
Navigate digital environments with critical thinking
Irreplaceable Leadership
Build the human connection abilities that AI cannot replicate

Developing tomorrow's leaders in an AI-driven world
Ready to give your child the confidence to succeed?
SCHEDULE YOUR FREE ASSESSMENT TODAYOur expert coaches will assess your child's current abilities and create a personalized development plan
Why Capitol Debate Leads the Industry
Classroom Experienced Teachers

Leading educators who turn students into powerful communicators
- Classroom experienced teachers, never college students
- Nationally competitive debate coaches
- Expert at bringing out hidden abilities
- Personalized attention for every student
- Passionate about student success
19+ Years of Excellence

The world's premier debate and public speaking program
- 10,000+ success stories from 35+ countries
- Year-round operation by full-time debate experts
- Continuously innovating with latest research
- Proven track record of championship results
- Trusted by families worldwide
Custom-Crafted Education Plan

We build our program around your child's unique needs
- Comprehensive assessment of strengths
- Focused development on growth areas
- Customized learning path maximizes potential
- Adapts to different learning styles
- Individual attention from expert coaches
Multidimensional Learning Platform

Our multi-dimensional approach builds complete communicators
- AI-powered speech analysis
- Video coaching for detailed skill enhancement
- Advanced collaborative learning platform
- Multi-format practice opportunities
- Interactive digital learning tools
Guaranteed Skill Advancement

Our proprietary system transforms students at every level
- Signature assessment process identifies growth areas
- Proprietary skill development checklists
- Regular progress reports track improvement
- Measurable outcomes for every student
- Systematic advancement through skill levels
Extraordinary Alumni Success

Our results speak for themselves in our graduates' achievements
- Graduates at every Ivy League university
- Alumni hold leadership positions worldwide
- Success in law, medicine, business, and politics
- Award-winning debaters and speakers
- Industry leaders and innovators
Ready to give your child the confidence to succeed?
SCHEDULE YOUR FREE ASSESSMENT TODAYOur expert coaches will assess your child's current abilities and create a personalized development plan
Choose Your Perfect Campus Location
Select from our prestigious universities nationwide
Northeast Campuses
Experience debate in New England and the Northeast

Yale University
New Haven, CT

Babson College
Boston, MA

Dana Hall
Boston, MA

Drew University
Madison, NJ

The Hun School Of Princeton
Princeton, NJ

The Lawrenceville School
Lawrenceville, NJ

Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ
Mid-Atlantic Campuses
Debate at prestigious institutions in Pennsylvania and Washington D.C.

Villanova University
Villanova, PA

American University
Washington, DC
Southeast Campuses
Develop your debate skills in the Southeast United States

University Of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC
West Coast Campuses
Develop your debate skills at premier West Coast institutions

UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA

University of San Diego
San Diego, CA

University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Virtual Excellence
Can't attend in person? Join our exceptional debate programs from anywhere in the world. Our virtual debate camps deliver the same quality instruction, interactive workshops, and engaging experiences that make Capitol Debate the leader in debate education.
This Is Summer Camp, Not Summer School!
Click the cards below to discover your summer adventure
Epic Activities
- Talent Shows & Karaoke
- Game & Movie Nights
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What You'll Do:
- Famous Talent Shows
- Team Trivia Battles
- Movie Marathons
- Campus Adventures
College Preview
- Live in Real Dorms
- Campus Independence
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Experience College:
- Stay in College Dorms
- Campus Dining Halls
- Amazing Facilities
- Real Campus Life
Make Friends
- International Friends
- Lifelong Connections
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Your New Friends:
- Meet Amazing People
- Team Challenges
- Group Adventures
- Summer Memories