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We create a safe space to practice speech and debate with supportive, helpful feedback.

Students write original speeches, craft creative performances, and practice debate. We offer online practices with a coach, weekend practices, and programs at select schools. Students can also attend our signature tournament every March!

"I think doing speech is exhilaratingly scary, like I'm really excited to do it, but it could be really embarrassing and I don't know how it'll turn out. But I'm excited to find out."

“I have been able to grow as a speaker and watch and help other people grow into confident speakers and use their voices to spark change.”

How to Work With Us

Option 1

Sign up for an “in-house” program or event from the calendar below. In-house programs and events are typically open to all experience levels.

Option 2

Bring a weekly program to your school site. We work with school PTAs, principals, donors, and districts to fund programs.

Option 3

If you don’t see a date or offering that works for you, contact us for a 10-minute call. We can set up a private session for individual students or a group of up to 5 friends (depending on availability).

Private Lessons

If your child doesn’t have a speech & debate team at their school or wants to squeeze in a little extra practice time before a tournament, our Youth Private Lessons are the perfect opportunity. Private lessons are completely customizable and tailored to your child’s needs and goals.

Practice Space Events for Ages 13-18

What we offer:

Scrimmages
are low-key speech and debate group practice sessions with a coach in our Richmond office.

Tournaments
are fun gatherings to participate in speech and debate competitions for awards and feedback.

Gatherings
are community events to showcase and celebrate skills and build connections.

Programs
are offered throughout the year as in-depth educational experiences to learn speech and debate.

October 2026
Oct 17 - Feb 27
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Oct 17 - Feb 27
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
Oct 31
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Oct 31
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
November 2026
Nov 07
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Nov 07
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
Nov 21
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Nov 21
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
December 2026
Dec 05
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Dec 05
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
January 2027
Jan 09
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Jan 09
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
Jan 23
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Jan 23
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
February 2027
Feb 06
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Feb 06
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
Feb 27
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 6th-8th Grade)

Ages 10-13
Feb 27
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy (Rising 9th-12th Grade)

Ages 14-18
Feb 27
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Civic Leaders Academy Community Panel

Ages 14-18
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