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
Summer Camp, Not Summer School!
This isn't another classroom - it's your epic summer adventure!
- ★Awesome Karaoke Nights
- ★Exciting Talent Shows
- ★Movie & Game Nights
- ★Field Day Adventures
- ★Campus-wide Scavenger Hunts
- ★Team Trivia Competitions
Live the College Life
Experience life at amazing universities!
- ★Stay in Real College Dorms
- ★Eat in Campus Dining Halls
- ★Use University Facilities
- ★Explore Beautiful Campuses
- ★Meet College Students
- ★Preview Your Future
Friends for Life
Connect with amazing people from everywhere!
- ★Make International Friends
- ★Campus vs. Campus Battles
- ★Team Challenges
- ★Group Projects
- ★Social Events
- ★Lifelong Connections
Level Up Your Future
Boost your skills while having a blast!
- ★Master Public Speaking
- ★Develop Leadership Skills
- ★Build Confidence
- ★Boost Your Grades
- ★Stand Out to Colleges
- ★Prepare for Success
Why Capitol Debate Leads the Industry
Classroom Experienced Teachers Lead All Classes
Leading educators who turn students into powerful communicators
Classroom Experience
Classroom experienced teachers lead all classes, never college students
Competitive Coaching
Nationally competitive public speaking and debate coaches
Hidden Potential
Expert at bringing out each student's hidden abilities
Veteran Industry Leader for 19+ Years
The world's premier debate and public speaking program
Global Reach
10,000+ success stories from 35+ countries
Year-Round Expertise
Year-round operation by full-time debate experts
Continuous Innovation
Continuously innovating with latest educational research
Custom-Crafted Education Plan
We build our program around your child's unique needs
Personalized Assessment
Comprehensive assessment identifies specific strengths
Targeted Development
Focused development on critical growth areas
Customized Learning
Customized learning path maximizes potential
Multidimensional Learning Platform
Our multi-dimensional approach builds complete communicators
AI-Powered Analysis
AI-powered speech analysis for instant improvement
Video Coaching
Video coaching provides detailed skill enhancement
Collaborative Platform
Advanced collaborative learning platform for rapid growth
Guaranteed Skill Advancement
Our proprietary system transforms students at every level
Signature Process
Signature assessment process identifies key growth areas
Skill Mastery
Proprietary skill development checklists ensure complete mastery
Measurable Progress
Regular progress reports track measurable improvement
Extraordinary Alumni Success
Our results speak for themselves in our graduates' achievements
Top Universities
Graduates at every Ivy League and elite university
Global Leadership
Alumni hold leadership positions worldwide
Professional Success
Success stories in law, medicine, business, and politics
15 Amazing Locations Nationwide to Choose From
Yale University
New Haven, CT
July 15 - July 26, 2025
Explore our elite university locations to prepare for your upcoming summer. With many locations filling quickly each year, identifying your top choices early will help us tailor the perfect Capitol Debate program for your child's transformative journey.
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
Hear Why Students Love Capitol Debate
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Student Youtube Review
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Arizona
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New York
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Parent
Texas
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California
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Massachusetts
See Capitol Debate Students in Action
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Student
Babson College
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Speech
"Unrealistic Expectations"
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Speech
"Conspiracy Theories"
Sunny vs. Amber
Debate
Death Penalty
Limited Availability: Early Bird Registration Closing Soon
Your assessment is the first step to securing your child's spot in our summer debate program. With over 75% of our camps filling up before April each year, we recommend completing your registration soon after your assessment to ensure your child gets their preferred location and program.
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Preparing Students For Success in Life
Students who come back have amazing things to say!
Students who come back have amazing things to say! Capitol Debate has transformed thousands of lives this year. Capitol Debate has a proven track record of producing champions & Ivy League scholars.