Debate Camp

My daughter came to camp w/ an expressive communication disorder, and was encouraged to participate fully in all of the debates and activities-but was not pressured in a way that made her feel frustrated or discouraged. We are truly impressed w/ the entire program! Toronto parent - 201 ... Read More

My son had an amazing week! Staff ratio to campers was ideal. Staff made the camp educational yet fun at the same time. My son returned each and every day talking about all the debates, all the arguments for /against, and all that he learned. I love that the topics were diverse and reflective of current issues. My son looked forward to going each day and was so disappointed at week's end. Having lunch included was definitely an added bonus! Will definitely return next year and for more than one session this time! Thanks to all the staff! Calgary parent - 201 ... Read More

My daughter found your camp on a web search herself. She asked me to enrol her in the camp. I wasn't thrilled about the particular week in the summer, as it impacted our ability to schedule other 2 week camps. However, she absolutely loved the camp, and will be joining again next summer! Her joy and learning was evident, and was such a great time for her exact moment in her developmental stage. At 11.5 years, my daughter is breaking into new independence, and new thoughts about life, communications, politics, how society decides upon its "rules, norms, and laws". This camp gave some structure to her ideas, and most importantly, gave her a structured way to practice public speaking which I have been trying to build into all of her experiences for years. Hard to do outside of drama classes. She LOVED this camp West Roxbury, MA - parent - 201 ... Read More

My kids complained bitterly the first day in the morning. They complained less and less and by Wednesday they liked it but didn't want to admit it. They really loved it by Friday. My husband and I feel that it's been the best camp for them and are really happy with what they learned. Thank you!! Boston MA, parent - 201 ... Read More

I'm impressed that this camp offers something which presumes a natural inquisitiveness and intelligence in kids and empowers them. My son went in with great apprehension at the prospect of having to interact with new people and speak in front of them By the end of the week he was proud at having overcome some fear of public speaking and he said he would do this camp again. Montreal parent - 201 ... Read More

I would like to thank you for offering such great summer camp for my daughter. She has registered with her friends together to your summer camp this summer. It was her first debate experience. I was very impressed about the high quality you offered, from facility to staff until the program designed. Although it is kind of pricey, it delivered something of high value. Most of all, I know she is learning things not just killing time. Your debate camp is really a five star summer camp. Ottawa parent - 201 ... Read More

Allow me to express my gratitude for the online camps you started this session. In the current situation they allowed my son to have a very productive learning experience, that created a tangible sense of accomplishment.

Great experience for my child. It can be hard to find others with similar interests; debate camp has shown my son that there are other kids who like the same things as he does.

We don't know you made debate camp such an enriching program for children but you have the formula down pat. Our daughter came home every day with her wheels fully pumped, her bucket filled to the brim. She regularly told us all about her day - and that doesn't always happen after camp or school. She was just so excited and needed to bring her family into the fold. She has now taught us how to debate and gave her sister the bracelet she made for her. From my heart: thank you! ... Read More

My child had a great time. I was happy to see her notebook and the Debate handbook explaining the different styles taught.

My son has done this program twice (5th grade & 8th grade) and both times he had such a wonderful experience. He even said it was better than regular school! Bravo to your camp counselors for making a wonderful, engaging and motivating experience for the students ... Read More

I had two kids in the camp and both with different experiences and learning styles. Both LOVED the camp and want to do it again. Thank you for being such a positive, encouraging and fun way to introduce and build on debating skills. Every interaction with any member of your staff was positive, helpful and caring. If you had a debating team year round my kids would join ... Read More

Big THANK YOU for great experience and fantastic time at the Debate Camp. The camp was educational, fun and very well organized. Thank you!

We appreciated the seriousness with which the camp took our food allergy request. It made for a 'worry free' experience as a parent. My camper had the best time, learned lots, is now interested in following British parlimentary exchange on TV, made new friends and overall cannot stop talking about her experience. We are grateful for this camp and would highly recommend it ... Read More

This is the first time my son enter the camp. He had a blast. This is just the right place for him. He said he will return next year.

This camp was my son's first learning experience in debate. He enjoyed very much and appreciated the program contents and instructors' professional skills. He said this was totally different from his other camp experiences, though it was challenging, he learned quite a lot and enjoyed the fun with everyone ... Read More

My daughter was not volunteering to go to debate camp yet she never complained and secretly think she had a good time!

Overall, a tremendous experience and a positive introduction to debate . Thanks so much for a fantastic week!

My son has attended several debate camps and has enjoyed each one immensely.