DXB · Level 6 · Ages 13–17 · Dubai (in person)
Senior Debate Academy I
Weekday foundation course in World Schools debate for ages 13-17: argument construction, rebuttal, case building and delivery. Thursdays 5-7 PM, in person in Barsha Heights.
About this course
A weekday foundation course in competitive debate for students aged 13 to 17. Through short lectures and mini-debates, students learn argumentation theory, rebuttal techniques, the World Schools format, research methods and case construction, and finish the term debating with prepared cases. No experience is needed. Six weekly two-hour sessions on Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 PM, from September 24 to October 29 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 13–17 · Debate Academy track · Level 6 of 10
- Where it happens
- In person at our Dubai classroom: I-Rise Tower, Barsha Heights, Dubai.
Class schedule
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Thursdays5:00 – 7:00 PM GST
What students achieve
- ✓Build strong arguments
- ✓Speak clearly and confidently
- ✓Rebut and spot fallacies
- ✓Construct a debate case
- ✓Learn World Schools format
- ✓Debate with prepared cases
Weekly curriculum
6 weeks of structured instruction, one topic building on the next.
01Argumentation theory and construction practice
Week 1 focuses on argumentation theory and construction practice, building on previous weeks' learning.
02Rebuttal theory and identifying fallacies
Week 2 focuses on rebuttal theory and identifying fallacies, building on previous weeks' learning.
03Intro to World Schools Debate
Week 3 focuses on intro to world schools debate, building on previous weeks' learning.
04Weighing, strategy and issue collapsing
Week 4 focuses on weighing, strategy and issue collapsing, building on previous weeks' learning.
05Research methods and guided case construction
Week 5 focuses on research methods and guided case construction, building on previous weeks' learning.
06Debating with prepared cases
Week 6 focuses on debating with prepared cases, 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