Programs
Whether you are completely new to debate or have debated for years, there is a place for you in one of our programs below.
Locations
In-Person
Capital One Cafe in Bellevue (400 Bellevue Way Northeast
Bellevue, WA 98004)
Online
Link will be provided by request and upon sign-up
Novice Program
Our Novice Program consists of middle schoolers new to debate. This group focuses on competition in Middle School Parliamentary, an introductory and team-based format. Students compete at four tournaments a year in the Pacific Northwest Debate League.
Schedule:
- Wednesday (Online), 6:30-8:00 PM
- Saturday (Online), 4:00-5:00 PM
- Sunday (In-Person), 4:00-6:00 PM
Advanced Program
Our Advanced Program consists of middle schoolers with extensive debate experience. This group learns advanced concepts in Middle School Parliamentary and supplements their learning with LD competition that will prepare them for higher levels of debate. Students compete at four Pacific Northwest Debate League tournaments and approximately four LD tournaments a year.
Schedule:
- Wednesday (Online), 6:30-8:00 PM
- Saturday (Online), 6:30-7:30 PM
- Sunday (In-Person), 4:00-6:00 PM
- Sunday (Online), 6:30-7:30 PM
High School Program
Our High School Program consists of both high schoolers who graduated from our middle school programs and high schoolers new to debate. This group focuses on LD competition, and experienced high schoolers are also trained to teach debate to middle school students. There are approximately four LD tournaments offered a year, and many of our high school students also compete at local tournaments through their school programs.
Schedule:
- Wednesday (Online), 6:30-8:00 PM
- Saturday (Online), 6:30-7:30 PM
- Sunday (Online), 6:30-7:30 PM