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Debate camps and public speaking courses for kids

Is your child interested in debate and public speaking? Are they looking develop or hone their skills in these areas? In Canada, there are many debate and speech camps to choose from, including in Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary, and Victoria. Most of these camps offer training in both debate and public speaking. Some, though, focus exclusively (or primarily) on one or the other. When choosing one of the camps below, pick a camp that fits your child’s interest. Below, we list debate and public speaking camps across Canada. Find a camp near you. Read more

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Camps below offer some intensive education in the areas of public speaking and debating as a core aspect of their curriculum. In some cases, camps may offer special sessions with this focus. Consult each camp's listing to get more details.

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
featured Brain Power Enrichment Programs Vaughan; Online Academic/Tutoring: Instructor lead (group) Virtual Program, Program With more than 30 years of success, Brain Power is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Read more... Ages 6 to 18 Coed from $325/program View profile	Virtual Program, Program openCamp Coed	325	6-18	0	Vaughan, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Academic/Tutoring: Instructor lead (group)Brain Power Enrichment ProgramsWith more than 30 years of success, Brain Power is an innovative leader in enrichment education for bright and gifted students. Brain Power is a transformative model for what gifted education should be about in the GTA. Vaughan, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Program Coed
featured Chestwood Education Markham Education: Public Speaking/Debate Program Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Coed from $25/session View profile	Program openCamp Coed	25	7-18	1	Markham, Ontario	Education: Public Speaking/DebateChestwood Education Markham, Ontario Program Coed
featured FDT Academy Vancouver; Online Education: Public Speaking/Debate Virtual Program, Day camp, Program FDT's 2020/2021 academic programs are offered online via Zoom. As leaders in Debate, Speech & Model UN training, FDT Academy is renowned for having over 20 of its students make it on the national Debate & Speech teams. Read more... Ages 4 to 18 Coed from $100/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	100	4-18	2	Vancouver, British Columbia, Virtual Program,	Education: Public Speaking/DebateFDT Academy FDT's 2020/2021 academic programs are offered online via Zoom. As leaders in Debate, Speech & Model UN training, FDT Academy is renowned for having over 20 of its students make it on the national Debate & Speech teams. Vancouver, British Columbia, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured Focus Learning Academic Centre Don Mills, Toronto Education (multi) Day camp, Program An enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps. Read more... Ages 6 to 15 Coed from $150/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	150	6-15	3	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario	Education (multi)Focus Learning Academic CentreAn enrichment academic learning centre committed to igniting the love of learning among children and teens. A variety of subjects are on offer with both our FocusKids and FocusLeaders summer camps. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured Crescent Camps & Programs North Toronto, Toronto; Online Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Our Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $75/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	75	6-17	4	North Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Traditional (multi activity) Crescent Camps & ProgramsOur Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. North Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
featured Sylvan Learning Thornhill Thornhill; Markham Education: Academic/Tutoring Day camp, Program Sylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing. Read more... Ages 3 to 18 Coed from $149/month View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	149	3-18	5	Thornhill, Ontario, Markham, Ontario	Education: Academic/TutoringSylvan Learning ThornhillSylvan camp will spark the creativity of campers through various hands on STEM related activities, such as robot building, math/science projects and creative writing. Thornhill, Ontario, Markham, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured Power of Words Academy Don Mills, Toronto; Markham Education (multi) Day camp, Program 2020/2021 Writing & Public Speaking School Year Program for kids in Grades 2 to 8. Select from in-person classes (at our North York Campus) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom. Read more... Ages 7 to 14 Coed from $100/2 weeks View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	100	7-14	6	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Markham, Ontario	Education (multi)Power of Words Academy2020/2021 Writing & Public Speaking School Year Program for kids in Grades 2 to 8. Select from in-person classes (at our North York Campus) or online classes (delivered using the Zoom platform and Google Classroom. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario, Markham, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
Prestige School Summer Programme Willowdale, Toronto; Richmond Hill Traditional (multi activity) Day camp A day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more. Read more... Ages 3 to 12 Coed from $350/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	350	3-12	7	Willowdale, Toronto, Ontario, Richmond Hill, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Prestige School Summer ProgrammeA day camp with weekly themes that incorporate adventurous outings, artistic creations, scientific experiments, and much more. Willowdale, Toronto, Ontario, Richmond Hill, Ontario Day camp Coed
Debate Camp Ontario (4); Quebec (1); Online (1) Education: Public Speaking/Debate Virtual Program, Day camp, Program For all students interested in public speaking, debating and model parliament. A well-rounded virtual program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Read more... Ages 10 to 16 Coed from $383/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	383	10-16	8	Ottawa, Bridle Path, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto, Montreal, Humber Valley Village, Toronto, Online	Education: Public Speaking/DebateDebate CampFor all students interested in public speaking, debating and model parliament. A well-rounded virtual program open to all ability levels and interests, ages 10 - 17. Ottawa, Bridle Path, Toronto, North Toronto, Toronto, Montreal, Humber Valley Village, Toronto, Online Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
UTS: Experience Innovation Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto; South Annex, Toronto; Online Education (multi) Virtual Program, Day camp A day camp for high-achieving and eager student aged 11 to 18. The UTS affiliation with UofT means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors. Read more... Ages 11 to 18 Coed from $350/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp openCamp Coed	350	11-18	9	Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto, Ontario, South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education (multi)UTS: Experience InnovationA day camp for high-achieving and eager student aged 11 to 18. The UTS affiliation with UofT means that campers are taught by exceptional teachers, teacher candidates, field experts and university instructors. Trinity Bellwoods, Toronto, Ontario, South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp Coed
St. Michael's College School Summer Camps Forest Hill, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp The SMCS Summer Experience provides youth with exciting academic, athletic, and artistic outlets, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within a fun and interactive environment. Please visit: www.smcscamps.com Read more... Ages 8 to 14 Coed, Boys from $250/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed, Boys	250	8-14	10	Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) St. Michael's College School Summer CampsThe SMCS Summer Experience provides youth with exciting academic, athletic, and artistic outlets, as well as opportunities to learn and grow within a fun and interactive environment. Please visit: www.smcscamps.com Forest Hill, Toronto, Ontario Day camp Coed, Boys
Block 8 Academy Port Moody Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program Active, Creative, Mix of Indoor and Outdoor all in one camp! Encourage your children to socialize in person, or have them enjoy learning a new skill online with top notch voice instructors, debate, creative writing... Read more... Ages 5 to 12 Coed from $45/day View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	45	5-12	11	Port Moody, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Block 8 AcademyActive, Creative, Mix of Indoor and Outdoor all in one camp! Encourage your children to socialize in person, or have them enjoy learning a new skill online with top notch voice instructors, debate, creative writing... Port Moody, British Columbia Day camp, Program Coed

The following programs offer debate and public speaking as part of a broader curriculum.

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
featured Radiant Girls Burlington; Online; Tillsonburg Education: Leadership Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Confidence & EI Activities, Meaningful Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, and More! Read more... Ages 7 to 18 Girls from $100/week View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Girls	100	7-18	0	Burlington, Ontario, Virtual Program, , Tillsonburg,	Education: LeadershipRadiant GirlsGirls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Confidence & EI Activities, Meaningful Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, and More! Burlington, Ontario, Virtual Program, , Tillsonburg, Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp, Program, Family camp Girls
featured Kandalore Minden Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For 74 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves fully. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $2,780/2 weeks View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Coed	2780	6-16	1	Minden, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) KandaloreKandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For 74 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves fully. Minden, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Coed
featured Sidney Ledson Institute Don Mills, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program The SLI Summer Camp offers: Pre-K/K reading/numeracy program, Math/ English enrichment, Debate, Entrepreneurship, Comp Sci (HTML/CSS, Machine Learning/AI, App Development, R, Python), French, Spanish, and SSAT/ISEE prep. Read more... Ages 2.5 to 14 Coed from $420/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	420	2.5-14	2	Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Sidney Ledson InstituteThe SLI Summer Camp offers: Pre-K/K reading/numeracy program, Math/ English enrichment, Debate, Entrepreneurship, Comp Sci (HTML/CSS, Machine Learning/AI, App Development, R, Python), French, Spanish, and SSAT/ISEE prep. Don Mills, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program Coed
featured Connections: Queen’s Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) Kingston Education: STEM Day camp Connections: Queen's Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) is an engineering-focused summer program that exposes students from Grade 1 - 11 to engineering design and various engineering disciplines. Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $100/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	100	6-17	3	Kingston, Ontario	Education: STEMConnections: Queen’s Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA)Connections: Queen's Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA) is an engineering-focused summer program that exposes students from Grade 1 - 11 to engineering design and various engineering disciplines. Kingston, Ontario Day camp Coed
featured 1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College Quebec City; South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft Reading: Leadership training Overnight camp, Program Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Read more... Ages 9 to 18 Boys from $150/week View profile	Overnight camp, Program openCamp Boys	150	9-18	4	Quebec City, , South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Bancroft,	Reading: Leadership training1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff CollegeLeadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship. Quebec City, , South Annex, Toronto, Ontario, Bancroft, Overnight camp, Program Boys
featured Camp Muskoka Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp Boost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a variety of over 50 activities to choose from! Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $1,195/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	1195	6-16	5	Bracebridge, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp MuskokaBoost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a variety of over 50 activities to choose from! Bracebridge, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
featured Stanstead College Summer Camps Stanstead Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Summer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more! Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Coed from $600/session View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	600	11-17	6	Stanstead, Quebec	Traditional (multi activity) Stanstead College Summer CampsSummer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more! Stanstead, Quebec Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
featured Lakefield College School Summer Programs Online; Lakefield Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Read more... Ages 13 to 17 Coed from $450/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	450	13-17	7	Virtual Program, , Lakefield, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Lakefield College School Summer ProgramsTransformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Virtual Program, , Lakefield, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Oxford Learning High Park Bloor West Village, Toronto Education (multi) Day camp, Program, Family camp Oxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain and Science Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Read more... Ages 4 to 12 Coed from $100/week View profile	Day camp, Program, Family camp openCamp Coed	100	4-12	8	Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario	Education (multi)Oxford Learning High ParkOxford means a personalized learning experience for your child. Brain and Science Camps explore creative themes through engaging activities and field trips. Learning takes a fun turn. Our students are excited to learn! Bloor West Village, Toronto, Ontario Day camp, Program, Family camp Coed
CASMA Camps Bridle Path, Toronto; Lawrence Heights, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Program High quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Read more... Ages 4 to 16 Coed from $200/week View profile	Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	200	4-16	9	Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Heights, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) CASMA CampsHigh quality instruction in sport, art, music and more! Special guest speakers. All Ministry of Health health and safety measures in place. Our small group summer camp was sold out and we had zero Covid-19 cases. Bridle Path, Toronto, Ontario, Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Day camp, Program Coed
Brentwood College School Summer Camps Mill Bay Traditional (multi activity) Day camp, Overnight camp Located on beautiful Vancouver Island, Brentwood College School offers focused camps for Soccer, Academics, Rowing, Rock Band, Debate, and Musical Theatre for kids aged 7 to 17. Read more... Ages 7 to 17 Coed from $160/week View profile	Day camp, Overnight camp openCamp Coed	160	7-17	10	Mill Bay, British Columbia	Traditional (multi activity) Brentwood College School Summer CampsLocated on beautiful Vancouver Island, Brentwood College School offers focused camps for Soccer, Academics, Rowing, Rock Band, Debate, and Musical Theatre for kids aged 7 to 17. Mill Bay, British Columbia Day camp, Overnight camp Coed
Little Mountain Learning Academy Vancouver Education (multi) Virtual Program, Program Little Mountain Learning Academy is a well-recognized After-school Academic Enrichment facility on the UBC campus. We offer a wide range of English and Math programs from PreK to Grade 12. Read more... Ages 3.8 to 18 Coed from $30/week View profile	Virtual Program, Program openCamp Coed	30	3.8-18	11	Vancouver, British Columbia	Education (multi)Little Mountain Learning AcademyLittle Mountain Learning Academy is a well-recognized After-school Academic Enrichment facility on the UBC campus. We offer a wide range of English and Math programs from PreK to Grade 12. Vancouver, British Columbia Virtual Program, Program Coed
Camp North Star Maine Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp A co-ed overnight camp on 200 acres in Poland, Maine. Campers enjoy an elective program with 100+ choices that focuses on instruction and skill development in Arts, Athletics, Enrichment, Outdoors and Waterfront. Read more... Ages 7 to 17 Coed from $3,100/session View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	3100	7-17	12	Maine, Maine(USA)	Traditional (multi activity) Camp North StarA co-ed overnight camp on 200 acres in Poland, Maine. Campers enjoy an elective program with 100+ choices that focuses on instruction and skill development in Arts, Athletics, Enrichment, Outdoors and Waterfront. Maine, Maine(USA) Overnight camp Coed
Apostrophe Kids Oakville; Mississauga Education: Academic/Tutoring Program Academic enrichment program developed by an Ontario Certified Teacher to build student confidence and engagement in Language Arts and Math. Classes are once a week for 90 minutes from September to June. Read more... Ages 6 to 15 Coed from $159/month View profile	Program openCamp Coed	159	6-15	13	Oakville, Yukon, Mississauga, Ontario	Education: Academic/TutoringApostrophe KidsAcademic enrichment program developed by an Ontario Certified Teacher to build student confidence and engagement in Language Arts and Math. Classes are once a week for 90 minutes from September to June. Oakville, Yukon, Mississauga, Ontario Program Coed
Roseneath Theatre Downtown West, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program A creative collection of programs that range from Dance, Drama, ASL Improv, our popular Dungeons & Dragons programs and more. Our expert councillors bring the arts to kids computers in fun and accessible ways. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $40/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	40	6-16	14	Downtown West, Toronto, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Roseneath TheatreA creative collection of programs that range from Dance, Drama, ASL Improv, our popular Dungeons & Dragons programs and more. Our expert councillors bring the arts to kids computers in fun and accessible ways. Downtown West, Toronto, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Wildhorse Camp Rocky Mountain House Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian Overnight camp A unique horsecamp immersed in horse culture & knowledge! Take western lessons, learn new skills and practice in the fields and forests of our beautiful Ranch. Experience Wildhorse Wisdom. Come Ride Outside! Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Girls from $750/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Girls	750	11-17	15	Rocky Mountain House, Alberta	Sport: Horseback Riding/EquestrianWildhorse CampA unique horsecamp immersed in horse culture & knowledge! Take western lessons, learn new skills and practice in the fields and forests of our beautiful Ranch. Experience Wildhorse Wisdom. Come Ride Outside! Rocky Mountain House, Alberta Overnight camp Girls
Quills and Quotes: Writing and Public Speaking Program Online; Mississauga Education (multi) Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Quills and Quotes is an after-school education program that teaches public speaking and writing skills in one class! It includes essay and creative writing, literary analysis and comprehension. Summer/online classes. Read more... Ages 8 to 15 Coed from $250/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	250	8-15	16	Virtual Program, , Mississauga, Ontario	Education (multi)Quills and Quotes: Writing and Public Speaking ProgramQuills and Quotes is an after-school education program that teaches public speaking and writing skills in one class! It includes essay and creative writing, literary analysis and comprehension. Summer/online classes. Virtual Program, , Mississauga, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Camp Pathfinder Algonquin Park Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp, Family camp Est. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun! Read more... Ages 7 to 16 Boys from $1,200/week View profile	Overnight camp, Family camp openCamp Boys	1200	7-16	17	Algonquin Park, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp PathfinderEst. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun! Algonquin Park, Ontario Overnight camp, Family camp Boys
Camp Cherith - Ontario Southern Bruce County Traditional (multi activity) Overnight camp This Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Read more... Ages 6 to 16 Coed from $519/week View profile	Overnight camp openCamp Coed	519	6-16	18	Southern Bruce County, Ontario	Traditional (multi activity) Camp Cherith - OntarioThis Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario. Southern Bruce County, Ontario Overnight camp Coed
Bravo Academy for the Performing Arts Lawrence Heights, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Online Education: Musical Theatre Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Toronto’s leading Performing Arts School producing over 20 musicals annually. Offering in person and online classes in music theatre, voice, piano, guitar, dance, acting, songwriting, camps and birthday parties! Read more... Ages 4 to 21 Coed from $200/session View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	200	4-21	19	Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Ontario, East York, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education: Musical TheatreBravo Academy for the Performing ArtsToronto’s leading Performing Arts School producing over 20 musicals annually. Offering in person and online classes in music theatre, voice, piano, guitar, dance, acting, songwriting, camps and birthday parties! Lawrence Heights, Toronto, Ontario, East York, Toronto, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
STEM Minds Online; Aurora Science: STEAM Virtual Program, Day camp, Program STEM Minds is a mission-driven social enterprise that teaches technology to new and skilled users with in-class and virtual education programs in coding, video game design, and more for children ages 4-14. Read more... Ages 4 to 14 Coed from $100/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp, Program openCamp Coed	100	4-14	20	Virtual Program, , Aurora, Ontario	Science: STEAMSTEM MindsSTEM Minds is a mission-driven social enterprise that teaches technology to new and skilled users with in-class and virtual education programs in coding, video game design, and more for children ages 4-14. Virtual Program, , Aurora, Ontario Virtual Program, Day camp, Program Coed
Kids Comedy Camp Cobourg; Online Education: Comedy Virtual Program, Day camp Our highly trained comedian coaches help your kids find the humour in a tough year, make new friends, and discover their unique comedic voice! Read more... Ages 11 to 17 Coed from $200/program View profile	Virtual Program, Day camp openCamp Coed	200	11-17	21	Cobourg, Ontario, Virtual Program,	Education: ComedyKids Comedy CampOur highly trained comedian coaches help your kids find the humour in a tough year, make new friends, and discover their unique comedic voice! Cobourg, Ontario, Virtual Program, Virtual Program, Day camp Coed
Ryerson Summer Day Camps Bay Street Corridor, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Day camp Ryerson University offers safe and fun experiences for kids and teens. Programs include basketball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, science, engineering, journalism, robotics, architecture, film, graphic design, and more! Read more... Ages 6 to 17 Coed from $375/week View profile	Day camp openCamp Coed	375	6-17	22	Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Bay Street Corridor, Toronto,	Traditional (multi activity) Ryerson Summer Day CampsRyerson University offers safe and fun experiences for kids and teens. Programs include basketball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, science, engineering, journalism, robotics, architecture, film, graphic design, and more! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Ontario, Bay Street Corridor, Toronto, Day camp Coed

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Public speaking for different ages

Kids as young as five and six can begin to develop skills in this area, getting an early introduction that may include all the steps of preparation, speech writing and performance. Find public speaking camps for kids and youth.

A number of camps listed at ourkids.net offer sessions focused on training teens in these disciplines. Find these camps using our advanced search listing of public speaking camps for teens.

What will my child learn at a debate and speech camp?

Debate and speech camps teach your child crucial skills. First, your child will learn the basics of debate and public speaking. They’ll also be given the opportunity to deliver a speech and engage in individual or group debates in front of an audience, and be given feedback on their performance. And in many camps, they’ll participate in competitions, such as the Junior National Debate Championships, in Canada, or the National Debate and Speech Tournament, in the US.

Your child will also acquire a number of other skills in debate and speech camps. In a debate camp, these will likely include many of the following:

Researching topics
Adopting and summarizing a position
Defending a position or claim
Understanding and using arguments and counter-arguments
Using evidence and counter-examples
Understanding the parliamentary debate procedure

Although your child will learn many of these same skills in a public speaking camp or course, they’ll also learn some other skills. These include the following:

Effective body language
Presentation and delivery strategies
Organizing and structuring a speech
Different types of speeches and topics
Projecting and modulating one’s voice
Engaging an audience and keeping their attention
Effective use of humour
Physiological control of emotions

What will my child gain from a debate or speech camp?

Debate and speech camps are a great option for many kids. They can enable them to develop lots of important skills, that will help them in and outside of school. These include the following:

Speaking and articulating
Amplifying one’s voice
Adjusting one’s presentation to an audience
Organizing and structuring a talk
Reasoning
Evaluating and critiquing claims
Brainstorming and thinking on one’s feet
Understanding complex issues

In addition, though, these camps can benefit your child in less obvious ways. In particular, they can help them develop or improve on the following traits:

Confidence
Self-esteem
Social and political awareness
Team work
Leadership abilities
Understanding of diplomacy and international issues

People who benefited from camp experiences including public speaking

Several celebrity camp alumni profiled on our website have benefited from the experience they gained at camp. For some, this was direct public speaking experience, while others say the self-confidence and independence they attained at camp helped them as public speakers and performers later in life.

Rick Mercer believes his success as a comedian was rooted in a seminal experience at camp.
Sue Eckersely, business leader says, “Camp taught me the importance of hard work, communication, planning, working with others and independently, understanding how to succeed and experiencing success in a supportive environment.”
Stephanie McNamara, Toronto stage star, got her start by starring in camp musicals.
Stuart McLean, CBC radio personality, says "When I got to camp, I found a place where I was accepted by others and I was able to contribute to the greater good."
Broadcaster Scott Russell got his start at an overnight camp in Northern Ontario.
John Tory, broadcaster, Toronto mayor and one-time premiere of Ontario, says he learned resilience at camp.
Seth Godin, internet marketing guru, says “Every day, I use more tools learned at camp than I do school.”
Amy Sky first sang in public at camp.
MP Carolyn Bennett says, “"Everything I needed to know, I learned at camp."”
Emmy winning journalist Frank Sesno says that camp “ builds a sense of self, of self-reliance and independence at a time when parents and social structures still play a dominant role.”

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