Homeschool Debate Club
Duration - 55 minutes / Once Weekly
Ages 8-11 & 12-15
$19/week
3-6 Learners
Build Confidence, Critical Thinking, and Communication Skills
Welcome to the Homeschool Debate Club, a weekly virtual gathering designed to help kids develop essential communication skills, boost their confidence, and explore new ideas through engaging, age-appropriate debates.
Whether your child is new to public speaking or eager to refine their skills, this club offers a supportive, fun environment where they can grow and thrive!
This club is about more than just debating—it’s about fostering skills that last a lifetime.
Each session is designed to build:
Confidence
Your learner will practice speaking in front of the group every week, learning how to share their ideas with clarity and poise.
Critical Thinking
Our guided discussions will help your learner analyze topics, consider different viewpoints, and craft logical arguments.
Communication
Your learner will practice public speaking in every single class, learning how to organize their ideas and speak clearly.
What Happens Each Week?
Interactive Warm-ups
We start each class with fun activities to get everyone comfortable and ready to participate.
Guided Topic Exploration
We’ll dive into an exciting, age-appropriate topic—ranging from “Should we ban plastic water bottles” to “Books are better than movies”.
Practice and Feedback
Learners will work on presenting their arguments, with personalized coaching to help them improve.
Provided Resources
Your learner will receive a custom-curated "Debate Topic Guide" each week for the upcoming topic, an outline to prepare their case, and additional video resources. No need for any websites!
Debates in Action
Learners take turns debating in small groups or as a class, practicing skills like rebuttals, persuasion, and clear communication.
Our experienced instructors bring a passion for teaching and a proven track record of success, coaching numerous national champions and having been recognized as Outschool’s Best in Class for 2023 and 2024.
FAQs
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What kinds of topics will they debate?Believe it or not, kids this age LOVE to debate real-world topics like: Should be ban plastic bottled water Are zoos ethical Should be become cashless society It really surprised me at first that kids veered toward these topics and away from the traditional ones we think of, like “Are dogs better than cats.” When given the chance to share their thoughts about real-world topics, they will likely surprise you with their insight! We will debate different topics each week and learners will be made aware of the upcoming topic a full week before class.
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How long do I have to commit?You don't! While our goal is to have a steady group of learners in each class so that they can build skills and relationships, there is no commitment beyond the week you sign up for. Hopefully, your learner will love it and will want to make this part of their weekly routine. In that case, you will be able to sign up in an ongoing style that renews each week. You are able to stop at any time. We just ask that you cancel at least 72 hours before the next class so that we can open that spot to another learner. Sessions canceled within 72 hours of class will not be refunded. Note that if you withdraw for a week, you do risk losing your spot.
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What ages are the programs for?We have two age groups 8-12 and 13-16.
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Is it right for my learner?This club is perfect for homeschool students who are curious, enjoy sharing their thoughts, or maybe just need a boost in building the confidence. No prior debate experience is required—just a willingness to learn and have fun! Sessions are structured to be welcoming and engaging, ensuring ALL learners feel comfortable participating.
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Can siblings join the same group?Sure! Even if they are in different groups due to their ages (or your preference), we offer a 20% off discount for each learner enrolled after the first.
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How do I know my learner will be safe?Your learners' safety is our #1 priority! We are a small team of coaches, all have been background checked and have a proven record of working with kids both in-person and in virtual classrooms. All classes are recorded for you to view at any time. These recordings will not be shared publicly.
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Will they have homework?Learners will be given the upcoming topic a week prior to class, along with a curated debate topic guide to help them understand the topic and some pros and cons. We encourage them to review this ahead of time so we can dive right into the debate.
Looking for a different date/time or a private class? Let us know!
Learning Outcomes
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Develop oral and written communication skills
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Excel in critical thinking, research and organization
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Build confidence
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Collaboration & Teamwork