2021 PUBLIC SPEAKING CAMPS FOR 9 AND 10 YEAR OLDS

At some point in everyone’s life, at any age, students will be required to deliver a presentation or speak in front of an audience. Capitol Debate’s Virtual Public Speaking Camp prepares students to become powerful, confident speakers and great communicators. Through daily, interactive practice, students will refine their communication skills and become confident in their ability to speak in class. Our highly-trained public speaking instructors will provide guidance and feedback every step of the way. By the end of the camp, students are self-assured in their public speaking skills and, most importantly, are empowered to use their voice to become advocates for issues that are important to them and their communities.

The camp introduces students to style (eye contact, articulation, voice, hand gestures, and confidence). Students will deliver a famous speech in history at the end of camp.  During week 2, students will learn how to write their own speech. Students will present an informative speech they have written at the end of camp. Capitol Debate is proud to introduce our robust Virtual Summer Camps. The program runs from 11:00 a.m. EST to 5 PM EST for all students (West Coast students start at 8 a.m. PST). We were a pioneer back in 2012 in launching the first national online educational platform to teach public speaking and debate. Since then, thousands of students have crossed our screens and have gone on to be successful public speakers and debaters. Both in response to the current situation with COVID-19 and the trend toward virtual education, Capitol Debate is fully prepared to offer summer camps virtually. With 8 years of extensive online teaching experience, we have coached many national debate champions and seen amazing transformations in students' confidence and presentation skills.
Success Framework

Extensive Checklist for Success

At Capitol Debate, we ensure that every aspect of public speaking and debate is thoroughly addressed. Our comprehensive checklist is meticulously designed to track and guide each student's progress.

Teacher explaining debate techniques
Voice!

Vocal Quality Mastery

  • Perfect your vocal delivery

Key Voice Elements:

  • Voice projection & clarity
  • Effective vocal variety
  • Strategic use of pauses
  • Emphasis techniques
Non-Verbal!

Body Language Excellence

  • Master non-verbal communication

Non-Verbal Skills:

  • Purposeful gestures
  • Commanding stage presence
  • Strategic eye contact
  • Expressive facial control
Structure!

Speech Architecture

  • Build compelling speeches

Speech Structure:

  • Powerful openings
  • Clear main points
  • Logical transitions
  • Memorable conclusions
Cross-Ex!

Strategic Cross-Examination

  • Master the art of questioning

Cross-Ex Skills:

  • Strategic questioning
  • Answer preparation
  • Time management
  • Composure control
Refute!

Refutation Techniques

  • Counter arguments effectively

Refutation Skills:

  • Clear signposting
  • Strategic ordering
  • Impact assessment
  • Argument comparison
Closing!

Persuasive Closings

  • End debates powerfully

Closing Techniques:

  • Powerful summation
  • Victory articulation
  • Emotional connection
  • Call to action