DXB · Level 6 · Ages 15–18 · Dubai (in person)
Senior Debate Academy
Senior World Schools debate: motion analysis, casebuilding under time pressure, refutation and the reply speech, with a judged round every session. In person in Barsha Heights.
About this course
World Schools debate at senior level: motion analysis, burdens and clash, casebuilding under time pressure, refutation, and the reply speech - run as the same weekly loop our online competition team uses. Students debate a live motion every session and receive written adjudication. Beginners are welcome; experienced debaters are stretched with harder motions and speaker-role specialisation, and graduates feed into our Harvard Invitational and WSDC squads. Eight weekly two-hour sessions per term at I-Rise Tower, Barsha Heights, capped at eight. The first session is a free trial.
Is this the right fit?
- Who it's for
- Students ages 15–18 · Debate Academy track · Level 6 of 10
- Where it happens
- In person at our Dubai classroom: I-Rise Tower, Barsha Heights, Dubai.
Class schedule
This class runs at 2 weekly times — pick the one that suits your family, then choose a package. Every slot follows the same curriculum with the same coaches.
What students achieve
- ✓Break down a motion into burdens and clash
- ✓Build a case with extensions and weighing
- ✓Refute and rebuild under pressure
- ✓Prepare an impromptu motion in one hour
- ✓Specialise in a speaker role including the reply speech
- ✓Compete in judged rounds against senior opposition
Weekly curriculum
8 weeks of structured instruction, one topic building on the next.
01Motion analysis: burdens, definitions and clash
Week 1 focuses on motion analysis: burdens, definitions and clash, building on previous weeks' learning.
02Casebuilding and extensions
Week 2 focuses on casebuilding and extensions, building on previous weeks' learning.
03Refutation and rebuilding
Week 3 focuses on refutation and rebuilding, building on previous weeks' learning.
04Points of information under pressure
Week 4 focuses on points of information under pressure, building on previous weeks' learning.
05Impromptu prep systems
Week 5 focuses on impromptu prep systems, building on previous weeks' learning.
06Speaker roles and the reply speech
Week 6 focuses on speaker roles and the reply speech, building on previous weeks' learning.
07Weighing and comparative impacts
Week 7 focuses on weighing and comparative impacts, building on previous weeks' learning.
08Full judged round with adjudication
Week 8 focuses on full judged round with adjudication, building on previous weeks' learning.
What's included
- ✓Live 2-hour in-person classes at our Barsha Heights classroom
- ✓Small groups capped at 8 students for personal attention
- ✓Written parent feedback after every single class
- ✓Hub access with recordings, resources, and progress tracking
- ✓Tournament support: registration and coaching for competitions
How enrollment works
- 1
Enroll and pay
Secure checkout takes a minute. Pick a class time, add the course to your cart, and complete payment online.
- 2
We confirm your place
Our team reaches out on WhatsApp or email to welcome your child, confirm the class time, and answer any questions.
- 3
First session
You receive arrival details for our classroom at I-Rise Tower, Barsha Heights before the first class, and your child joins the group in person.
Frequently asked questions
What if I miss a class?
We offer free, complimentary makeups for all students in cases where a class is missed. Contact us to arrange a makeup session.
How do you track progress?
We send parents written feedback on their students after every class! This includes areas of strength and specific recommendations for improvement.
Are tournaments required?
No, however we always encourage and support tournament attendance. Tournaments are a great way for students to apply their skills in a competitive environment.
How do I pay?
We accept Credit Card, Bank Transfer, Cash, WeChat, and Alipay. Payment plans are available upon request.
Questions before you book? Message us on WhatsApp and a coach will reply.
From our families
“Attending Atlantic Ivy was one of the best decisions for my debate journey. The structured coaching, tailored curriculum, and engaging practice rounds helped me excel in high-level competitions. Coaches like Perry and Ricky greatly improved my argumentation, strategy, and delivery.”
Smayan Sethi
Student, Debate Academy I, Fall 2024
Prefer to join online?
The closest match in our online program runs live on Zoom, so students can join from anywhere in the world.
Intro to Public Forum Sr Online
$693 USD