Introduction to Public Forum
The American 2v2 team format — evidence-driven and tournament-ready.
Dates
July 6 – August 21, 2026
Format
Online
About the Program
Who this is for
Public Forum is the most popular debate format in the United States. Students learn the team-based 2v2 structure — constructives, crossfires, rebuttals, summaries, and final focus. A strong fit for students aiming at US college debate or who want exposure to a different format alongside World Schools.
Prerequisites
No prior PF experience required; team debate experience helpful.
- •Schedule and cadence to be confirmed with the team.
Format & Schedule
Pick the option that fits your week
Only one format available for this program.
Schedule
Three times a week on Monday, Wednesday & Friday
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Which days
Total / week
6 hrs
3 sessions
Format
Online
Ages
11–16
Duration
7 weeks
July 6 – August 21
Curriculum
Seven weeks, week by week
Each week is a self-contained module. Full-summer students continuously meet fresh material; week-by-week students can join at any point.
PF rules, team roles, and 2v2 strategy. First constructive speeches, partner coordination, and an introduction to American debate norms.
Sample Readings
NSDA Finals — Selected Rounds
YouTube (NSDA channel)
Watch a recent PF final to see the full format end-to-end.
How Public Forum Differs from World Schools
Article
Instructor-curated comparison piece for students coming from WSDC.
Sample Week
Sample week — Format & Team Dynamics
Session start times shown for Dubai Time (GMT +4) — change above
Monday
Online
PF Format Overview
1 hrWalk through speaker roles, timing, and the flow of a complete Public Forum round.
Team Coordination Drill
30 minPartner-sync exercises: dividing argument labor and signalling mid-round.
Homework
30 minWatch a recent NSDA Public Forum round; identify the moments where teamwork mattered.
Wednesday
Online
Constructive Speech Workshop
1 hrBuild a four-minute opening case with two contentions and supporting evidence.
Partner Practice
30 minTrade constructives with a partner; coach gives line-by-line feedback.
Homework
30 minRefine and submit a written case for the week's motion.
Friday
Online
Case Review
30 minLive revision based on overnight feedback.
First Team Round
1 hrRun a full PF round end-to-end against another team; coach adjudicates and flows.
Debrief
30 minRound post-mortem; identify the two highest-leverage improvements for next week.
Enroll
Configure your enrollment
Pick a schedule, choose Full Summer or Per Week, then add to your cart. Checkout in one place alongside any other programs you're enrolling in.
Early-bird pricing through June 15, 2026 — save ~20% vs. regular tuition.
Returning Atlantic Ivy student? Use code RETURNING2026 at checkout for an extra $109 off.
Total
$1,089
All 7 weeks · single payment · early bird applied
Early-bird pricing through June 15, 2026. Returning Atlantic Ivy students: use code RETURNING2026 at checkout for $109 off ($980 effective).
Outcomes
What summer changes for our students
87%
Increase in Analytical Thinking Skills
7x
More Likely to Attend a Top-10 University
20%
Increase in Grade Point Average
15%
Increase in Social Confidence
Recent Tournament Results
- •2025 Stanford Invitational — Novice Open Quarterfinalists (Top 8)
- •2025 Oxford Schools Finals — Novice Finals & 5th Best Novice Speaker
- •2025 Harvard Invitational — Middle School Quarterfinalists, Octofinalists & Top International Speaker
- •2025 Harvard Debate Council International — Middle School Semifinalists
- •2025 Cambridge Union International Young Debaters — Open Finalists & 6th Best Open Speaker
Coaches
Taught by debate champions and Oxford Union coaches
Our instructors include former head coaches of the Oxford Union, world champions, and international finalists.
Meet the teamFAQ
Frequently asked
Yes. We share program fees, sibling discounts, and any early-enrollment offers directly with families once we understand the right fit. Get in touch and we will send everything within one business day.
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