Public Speaking Classes in Dubai
Help your child find their voice. Small classes, Oxford & Harvard-trained coaches, and a proven curriculum that builds confidence—not just performance.
Sound Familiar?
These are the concerns we hear from parents every day—and exactly what our program addresses.
"My child freezes up during class presentations"
Weekly speaking practice in small groups builds comfort gradually
"She's so shy, she won't even order her own food"
Games and storytelling activities make speaking fun, not scary
"He has great ideas but can't express them clearly"
Structured frameworks teach how to organize and deliver thoughts
"I want her to stand out on university applications"
Debate achievements boost admission rates by up to 60%
World-Class Expertise
Ricky Huang
Co-Founder & Head Coach
- Former Director of Training @ University of Oxford
- Indo-Pacific Debating Champion
- Taught at 10+ universities, 20+ high schools
Peregrine Beckett
Co-Founder & Head Coach
- Former Coach @ Columbia University
- Students won Harvard, Yale, Princeton, TOC
- 8x Tournament Champion as competitor
Courses by Age
A structured pathway from first words to competitive success
Where Our Students Compete
90% of our first-time competitors finish with a winning record
Harvard
Quarterfinals 2025
Oxford Schools
Novice Finals
Cambridge ICYD
Open Finals
Stanford
Top 20 Finish
+60%
higher acceptance rate to top universities for debate team captains
Yale University Research, Wall Street Journal
What Students Say
"Attending Atlantic Ivy was one of the best decisions I made for my debate journey. The coaching, curriculum, and practice rounds were all incredibly well-structured. Thanks to their guidance, I was able to break into the top 20 at the Stanford tournament."
Ziyus Guzder
Year 10, GEMS FirstPoint
"I am having an amazing time at Atlantic Ivy! I truly believe that there is no other place where you can find such excellent coaches - Coach Ricky and Coach Perry are unparalleled!!"
Isha Nair
Year 8, Dubai College
"This is a very good speech and debate training institute, with the teachers being very experienced. I personally look forward to having my class there, as that is the highlight of my week!"
Smayan Sethi
Year 10, Jumeirah College
Questions Parents Ask
Most of our students start shy—that's why they're here. Our small class sizes (6-10 students) and supportive environment let children build confidence at their own pace. We start with games and low-pressure activities before any "real" speaking. Parents typically see a noticeable difference within 4-6 weeks.
We accept students from age 5. Starting young builds confidence before anxiety sets in. Our 5-6 year olds learn through storytelling and games—no pressure, just fun. Older students (10+) can start anytime and catch up quickly with our structured curriculum.
Drama teaches performance and character work. We teach real-world communication: how to structure an argument, present ideas clearly, and think on your feet. These skills directly transfer to school presentations, interviews, and eventually careers. Many of our students do both!
See If Atlantic Ivy Is Right for Your Child
Book a free trial class. Your child will participate in a real session and get feedback from the coach—no commitment required.