Middle & High School
DEBATE
CAMP
Workshops Run by Top Debaters in the Nation
Our staff is composed of University of Chicago students from the #1 Debate Team in the US (2022-23, 2023-2024 and 2024-25). Together, we have won numerous accolades in Public Forum, American Parliamentary (APDA), and British Parliamentary (BP) debate — both nationally and worldwide.
Ranked #1 Team in US
2025 APDA National Champions
50+ TOC Gold Bids
Three Debate Programs
Public Speaking & Persuasion Workshop
August 1st~2nd
Saturday and Sunday
11am-5pm EST
Open to: 6-12th graders (no experience required)
Cost: $249.00/student (financial aid available)
This engaging program sets students up for future success by teaching effective argumentation structure, idea generation, and refutation.
Through interactive activities and expert instruction, students will gain valuable skills to become confident and effective communicators.
Mock speeches, small-group exercises, and one-on-one feedback give students real practice thinking on their feet and delivering their ideas with conviction.
Don't miss this opportunity to develop crucial public speaking abilities in a supportive and inclusive environment!
Public Forum Bootcamp
August 8th~9th
Saturday and Sunday
11am-5pm EST
Open to: 6th-12th graders (open to all debate backgrounds!)
Cost: $249.00/student (financial aid available)
Join our intensive and immersive Public Forum Debate virtual bootcamp designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience for middle and high school students.
Take advantage of strategy workshops taught by top collegiate debaters, focusing on critical skills like analytics, framing, and progressive argumentation.
With small class sizes, personalized guidance and feedback, as well as interactive drills, students develop important connections while honing their debate skills for long-term success.
World Schools & Parliamentary Bootcamp
August 8th~9th
Saturday and Sunday
11am-5pm EST
Open to: 6th-12th graders (open to all debate backgrounds!)
Cost: $249.00/student (financial aid available)
Join our intensive and immersive World Schools and Parliamentary Debate virtual bootcamp designed to provide a comprehensive learning experience for middle and high school students.
Students receive intensive training on how to approach both prepared and impromptu motions, fulfill argumentative burdens effectively, and execute in teams under strict time constraints. With guidance from champion collegiate competitors, theywill learn to dissect complex issues logically and persuade any judge.
A T20 Debate Experience
With our expert UChicago instructors, engaging curriculum, and rigorous workshop format, we are committed to providing an unparalleled summer camp experience that will empower students with invaluable debate skills and prepare them for success in all aspects of life.
