Lincoln Douglas Debate
Master Value-Based Argumentation
Philosophical Framework
Win With Powerful Value Arguments
Championship-Level Training
From Theory to Tournament Victory
LINCOLN DOUGLAS DEBATE CAMP
The best way to promote in-depth understanding of Lincoln Douglas concepts and positions is through application and skill-building exercises. Students apply the many concepts they are introduced to in lecture labs by utilizing a variety of drills, speaking exercises, mini debates, and practice debates to emphasize and reinforce the lessons learned. This curriculum is offered for students with at least 1 year minimum of competition experience within Lincoln Douglas Debate.
Most LD debates are lost due to fundamental errors
- Weak frameworks fail to win ballots
- Poor crystallization loses judges
- Ineffective values don't persuade
- Theory gaps create strategic losses
We build comprehensive framework mastery
- Strategic value-criterion pairs
- Advanced philosophical application
- Judge-focused argumentation
- Theory and kritik mastery
Our students consistently win tournaments
- Tournament championship wins
- Higher speaker points
- Elimination round appearances
- Versatile philosophical debating
Value Framework Construction
Build compelling philosophical foundations
Strategic Cross-Examination
Expose weaknesses and set up arguments
Applied Philosophy
Make abstract concepts persuasive
Advanced Theory
Master kritiks and topicality arguments
Crystallization Techniques
Win ballots with powerful summaries
Case Development
Craft strategic affirmative and negative positions
Ready to transform your child into an LD champion?
SCHEDULE FREE ASSESSMENT
Our expert coaches will assess your child's current Lincoln Douglas skills and create a personalized championship roadmap
Why Our Elective Approach Makes the Difference
Personalization at Scale
Unlike one-size-fits-all programs, our electives system allows each student to develop a customized skill set while still benefiting from our comprehensive curriculum.
Intrinsic Motivation
When students choose their focus areas, engagement skyrockets. Our electives transform "have to" into "want to," creating enthusiastic learners.
Multiple Entry Points
Whether drawn to competition, career preparation, or social skills development, our electives create diverse doorways to the same core communication excellence.
98%
of parents report improved confidence in their child's communication
94%
of students return for another season of Capitol Debate
8.7×
increase in classroom participation reported by teachers
Give Your Child the Future-Ready Skills They Need
Space is limited. Secure your child's spot today and start their journey to communication excellence.
