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Sunday, July 12th
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Get started and feel the benefits of learning debate!
Our trial classes are the perfect way for new students to experience our debate and public speaking programs.
- Trial classes are typically held on Sundays. During the summer months, classes follow a modified schedule and are offered approximately every other Sunday.
- Can’t make the current trial date? No problem. Please check back regularly for future dates as new sessions become available.
If you do not want to wait for the next trial class, call our Enrollment Specialist, Smiti Bhatia, for a free one-on-one consultation to help determine the best class for your student. You can reach her M-F from 10 AM to 6 PM EST at (866) 833-2283 ext.107 or by email at enroll@potomacdebate.com.
What debate can do for you
- Improve a student’s interpersonal communication and collaboration skills
- Expand knowledge of social and political issues
- Improve standardized test scores and GPA
- Increase a student’s college admission chances
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Develop Skills
Students hone their debate abilities at the highest levels, and receive valuable feedback from expert judges.
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Make Friends
A debate tournament takes teamwork, which equals collaboration and bonding. Our tournament participants make connections all over the country.
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Win Awards
Potomac Debate Academy tournament participants win hundreds of awards each year – a well-earned achievement for all their hard work and skill.
Exceptional Results
See All Results2,800+ students
taught this year
Competed in
50+ Debate
Tournaments
Yearly
Harvard
& IPPF World
Champions
Won 2,000+ Team
Awards including
National Championships
1,000+ Speaker Awards
Potomac students went on to attend
Reviews & Testimonials
See all reviewsDebate has been the most vital activity I’ve participated in during my entire life. First and foremost, it has helped me find my voice, then channel it into crucial discussions on modern-day issues. The skills of speaking, research, and respectful discourse are those that I will undoubtedly carry with me in the decades to come.
Most importantly, debate gave me confidence as a speaker, which helped greatly not only in interviews but also in almost every facet of academics, from making a good impression on teachers who write recommendations to connecting with professionals, to presenting at science fairs and conferences.
I first joined Potomac Debate Academy expecting to improve my public speaking and argumentation skills. Not only was I able to do that, but I was also able to create lifelong friends and learn many meaningful lessons about how to be a good friend, partner, and teammate.
Amazing experience both working as a coach and participating in this program, would recommend to everyone!
Potomac Oak is a great institution with top-notch coaches and a very welcoming environment! I was able opened up to so many different opportunities and resources and met a great community as well.
After 3 years on the team, I can surely say that Potomac Debate Academy boasts a great curriculum and even better staff to truly make any student a more confident and educated public speaker.
