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Top Debate and public speaking camps for 2024/2025

Debate camps and public speaking courses for kids

Power of Words Academy
We were ecstatic to find out that our son had the confidence to submit a speech and present it to his class. He's come a long way!"
Parent, Power of Words Academy

Looking for a stimulating debate camp? Consider Power of Words Academy.

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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    Programs focusing on Debate, Public Speaking (7 results)

    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.

    FEATURED
    Public Speaking
    Writing
    Power of Words Academy
    Grades 6-8 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 24, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 12 to 14 (Coed)
    Online

    By the end of the program, your child will have the talent to write fantastic essays and deliver strong speeches! Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy200012-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,159,177,342,2,196,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,virtualprogram,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics/Tutoring
    Public Speaking
    Power of Words Academy
    Grade 5 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Online Program
    Sep 17, 2024 - Jun 24, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 10 to 11 (Coed)
    Online

    Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy200010-112024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,159,177,342,2,196,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,virtualprogram,coed,
    Public Speaking
    Leadership
    FDT Debate Academy
    Virtual Public Speaking Program
    Sep 03, 2024 - May 25, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 5 to 18 (Coed)
    Online

    Public Speaking lessons help students write and present speeches, gain confidence, and more. Visit website

    		FDT Debate Academy1005-182024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-01,196,2,32,195,275,91,97,270,19,virtualprogram,coed,
    Debate
    Public Speaking
    FDT Debate Academy
    Debate Program
    Sep 03, 2024 - May 25, 2025
    • Program
    • Vancouver, BC
    • Age 5 to 18 (Coed)
    VancouverBritish Columbia

    Our weekly group classes and customizable private lessons allow debaters to succeed in Debate tournaments and beyond! Visit website

    		FDT Debate Academy1005-182024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-01,196,2,32,195,275,91,97,270,19,362,programclass,coed,
    Public Speaking
    Leadership
    FDT Debate Academy
    Public Speaking
    Sep 03, 2024 - May 25, 2025
    • Program
    • Vancouver, BC
    • Age 5 to 18 (Coed)
    VancouverBritish Columbia

    Public Speaking lessons help students write and present speeches, gain confidence, and more. Visit website

    		FDT Debate Academy1005-182024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-01,196,2,32,195,275,91,97,270,19,362,366,358,programclass,coed,
    Debate
    Public Speaking
    FDT Debate Academy
    Virtual Debate Program
    Sep 03, 2024 - May 25, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 5 to 18 (Coed)
    Online

    Our weekly group classes and customizable private lessons allow debaters to succeed in Debate tournaments and beyond! Visit website

    		FDT Debate Academy1005-182024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-01,196,2,32,195,275,91,97,270,19,362,virtualprogram,coed,
    Debate
    Debate Camp
    DEBATE CLUBS PROGRAM
    Oct 05 - Dec 18, 2024
    • Program
    • Ottawa, Toronto
    • Age 10 to 16 (Coed)
    TorontoUptownUptownOttawaOntario

    12 traditional debate program sessions from October - December. Focusing on public speaking and parliamentary debate. Visit website

    		Debate Camp60310-162024-10-012024-11-012024-12-01,196,2,32,344,362,88,91,366,33,275,97,programclass,coed,


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    Programs offering Debate, Public Speaking as an activity (28 results)

    The following programs offer debate and public speaking as part of a broader curriculum.
    FEATURED
    Leadership Training
    STEM
    The STEAM Project
    2025 Senior Leaders Program_Early Bird (Gr. 8)
    Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 13 to 14 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Experience leadership workshops, develop hands-on skills and organize camp-wide events! Visit website

    		The STEAM Project180013-142025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,173,355,134,364,177,300,350,334,180,67,159,196,2,32,344,342,135,366,91,33,281,129,97,130,50,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Grades 4-5 Public Speaking
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 9 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Students will engage in classical rhetoric, debate, study logical reasoning, fallacies and be inspired by historical speeches Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs39609-102024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Intermediate 2 - English Language Arts
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 14 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36957-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Elementary 2 - English Language Arts
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 12 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36957-122024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Grade 5 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 24, 2025
    • Program
    • Throughout Ontario (3)
    • Age 10 to 11 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkMarkhamMississaugaOntario

    Our program runs during the school year from September to June with classes held once a week for 90 minutes. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy200010-112024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Primary 1 - English Language Arts
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 6 to 7 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36956-72024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]
    Sep 18 - Nov 06, 2024
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 10 to 14 (Coed)
    Online

    Familiarize your child with all aspects of the SSAT and ISEE exams with a focus on the verbal, reading, and essay components Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy70010-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-01,159,177,342,2,196,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,virtualprogram,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Languages
    Power of Words Academy
    Grades 2-3 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Online Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 18, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 7 to 8 (Coed)
    Online

    Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy20007-82024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,159,177,342,2,196,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,181,virtualprogram,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Grades 7/8 - Preparation for High School English Course
    Feb 13 - Jun 12, 2025
    • Program
    • North-York, Toronto
    • Age 12 to 14 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario

    This course will incorporate units of study providing a foundation in each strand of Grade 9 English. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy75012-142025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Grade 2/3 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 21, 2025
    • Program
    • Throughout Ontario (3)
    • Age 7 to 9 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkMarkhamMississaugaOntario

    Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing & oral skills build. Classes are weekly for 90 mins. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy20007-92024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Grades 7/8 - Preparation for High School English Course
    Feb 12 - Jun 11, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 12 to 14 (Coed)
    Online

    This course will incorporate units of study providing a foundation in each strand of Grade 9 English. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy75012-142025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,virtualprogram,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Intermediate 1 - English Language Arts
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 13 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36957-132024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Writing
    Languages
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Grades 9+ Mechanics of Writing
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jan 23, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 18 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Each dynamic and exciting class of this popular workshop consists of both a grammar component and a writing component! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs19827-182024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,79,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Foundations 2 - English Language Arts
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36957-102024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Entrepreneurship Course
    Sep 25, 2024 - Feb 05, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 12 to 14 (Coed)
    Online

    The course comprises of three units: Business Letters, Report Writing and Presentation Tools and Skills! Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy75012-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,virtualprogram,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Entrepreneurship Course
    Sep 26, 2024 - Jan 23, 2025
    • Program
    • North-York, Toronto
    • Age 12 to 14 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario

    The course comprises of three units: Business Letters, Report Writing and Presentation Tools and Skills! Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy75012-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Grade 4 Reading Comprehension, Writing and Public Speaking Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 24, 2025
    • Program
    • Throughout Ontario (3)
    • Age 9 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkMarkhamMississaugaOntario

    Our goal is to create a solid foundation upon which exceptional writing skills can be built. Classes held weekly for 90 mins. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy20009-102024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    English Prep Course for Entrance Exam [SSAT, UTS, IB, TOPS, MaCS]
    Sep 21 - Nov 16, 2024
    • Program
    • North-York, Toronto
    • Age 10 to 14 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario

    This course will familiarize your child with all aspects of the SSAT and ISEE exams. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy70010-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-01,159,177,342,2,196,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Academics/Tutoring
    Power of Words Academy
    Grade 4 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Online Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 18, 2025
    • Virtual
    • Online
    • Age 9 to 10 (Coed)
    Online

    Power of Words Academy is committed to providing the highest quality of written and oral communication training to children. Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy20009-102024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,159,177,342,2,196,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,virtualprogram,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Math
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Math Masters - Math & Problem Solving
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    A cutting-edge program challenges young mathematician through puzzle, visual model, problem solving, number mystery, and art. Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs18077-102024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,181,129,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Math
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Foundations - Math & Problem Solving
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 8 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Challenging problems, quizzes on learned material, fun activities and games of logic! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36958-102024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,181,129,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    CIT/LIT
    STEM
    The STEAM Project
    2025 Counsellor In Training (CIT)_Early Bird (Gr. 9)
    Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 14 to 15 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Our CIT Program is geared towards our oldest campers (grade 9) who are interested in taking on a leadership role at camp. Visit website

    		The STEAM Project180014-152025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,48,6,10,5,9,173,355,134,364,177,300,350,334,180,67,159,196,2,32,344,135,88,91,366,33,281,129,97,130,50,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Leadership
    Luminara Academy
    Fall Program: Essential Life Skills Program
    Sep 25 - Nov 27, 2024
    • Day camp
    • North-York, Toronto
    • Age 11 to 15 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkOntario

    Empower your child with EQ, leadership, resilience, communication skills and more. Join us to shape future leaders! Visit website

    		Luminara Academy50011-152024-09-012024-10-012024-11-01,196,2,32,362,366,91,33,97,181,daycamp,coed,
    FEATURED
    Academics (group)
    Brain Power Enrichment Programs
    Primary 2 - English Language Arts
    Sep 19, 2024 - Jun 26, 2025
    • Program
    • Etobicoke, Toronto
    • Age 7 to 8 (Coed)
    TorontoEtobicokeEtobicokeOntario

    Learn how to communicate clearly and concisely in both speech and writing! Visit website

    		Brain Power Enrichment Programs36957-82024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,337,5,196,2,32,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    FEATURED
    Education
    Power of Words Academy
    Grade 6-8 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Public Speaking and Debate Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - Jun 24, 2025
    • Program
    • Throughout Ontario (3)
    • Age 10 to 14 (Coed)
    TorontoNorth-YorkNorth-YorkMarkhamMississaugaOntario

    An enrichment writing and oral communication program geared for high achieving students who want to succeeding academically! Visit website

    		Power of Words Academy200010-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,274,5,288,159,177,196,2,32,135,79,33,91,97,270,268,271,19,362,358,181,programclass,coed,
    Theatre Arts
    Musical Theatre
    ARTSies Youth Theatre Programs
    Performance Program: Grade 1-8
    Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 11, 2025
    • Program
    • Markham, Toronto
    • Age 5 to 14 (Coed)
    TorontoScarboroughScarboroughMarkhamOntario

    Students learn & rehearse a musical, and perform a fully staged show at the end of each session. No prior experience needed! Visit website

    		ARTSies Youth Theatre Programs7505-142024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-01,282,5,150,37,265,288,289,59,337,10,9,342,2,33,91,97,programclass,coed,
    Academics/Tutoring
    Three R's Academics
    Numeracy & Literacy Summer Camp
    Jul 02, 2024 - Jan 03, 2025
    • Program
    • Oakville, ON
    • Age 5 to 11 (Coed)
    OakvilleOntario

    Don't let the summer slide happen to your child! At Three R's, our camp reinforces previous learning while having fun! Visit website

    		Three R's Academics555-112024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-01,256,5,133,373,22,10,9,173,123,159,177,196,2,32,195,344,342,377,278,358,79,129,24,97,270,271,19,programclass,coed,
    Musical Theatre
    Theatre Arts
    ARTSies Youth Theatre Programs
    Teen Performance Program
    Sep 11, 2024 - May 22, 2025
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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:

    Related camps you might also want to try

    There are other kinds of camps that can encourage skills and growth in areas that are closely related to, yet slightly lateral from, public speaking and debate. Challenge yourself in new ways at the camp opportunities listed below:  

    Overnight camp presents many opportunities for personal growth that you simply can’t get through any other experience. These are shown to increase resilience, independence, courage, and other character traits. 

    Theatre arts camp is a great way to improve your stage presence, develop and improve your voice projection and elocution, and increase your overall confidence in front of a crowd. 

    Acting camp is similar, but it may also include coaching related to film and TV acting, teaching you specifics about using facial expression and your eyes to convey meaning. 

    Comedy camp is slightly further afield, but it’s a great way to learn improvisation, to develop your comic timing, two skills that a great to add to your public speaking and debating repertoire. 

    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. 

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many Debate and public speaking camps are there?
    There are 7 programs specializing in Debate, Public Speaking. In addition, there are 28 programs offering debate, public speaking as an activity. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.

    What are the fees to attend Debate and public speaking camps?
    Fees for Debate and public speaking camps range from $100 to $8,000 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.

    What age do Debate and public speaking camps start at?
    There are programs available for children aged 5 through 18.

    Where can parents meet with Debate and public speaking camps?
    Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.


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