Why Capitol Debate?

Our aim is to enrich the lives of students. To do that, we gather expert staff, with a diverse group of students, and select excellent facilities and locations to create fun, safe, and supportive environments. Read More »

About Our Locations

Capitol Debate offers summer camp and after school programs all over the country, with additional locations added each year. Browse our list of programs to find one near you. Read More »

About Our Summer Camps

We offer debate camps, public speaking schools, writing classes, youth leadership camps, and courses in broadcast journalism. Select a program to find your camp. Read More »

About Our Workshops

After school workshops run concurrently with regular middle school semesters. These programs offer an opportunity for children to learn debate, leadership, and public speaking. Read More »

Debate Teams

Ready to compete? Our teams receive the instruction and opportunity to compete in national tournaments. We offer programs in different locations and online to reach as many students as possible. Read More »

Middle School Nationals

Join one of Capitol Debate's teams for the National Forensic League’s Middle School National Tournament in June. Read More »