Public Speaking and Debate Club
Public Speaking and Debate Club is a course that develops public speaking, argumentation and fluent communication skills in English, led by a coach and judge with international experience.
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€90 (120 minutes)
Schedule
Saturday 13:30–15:30
About the Course
Public Speaking and Debate Club is a modern educational programme focused on developing skills essential for successful study, international communication and future professional life.
Debate isn't just a contest between two teams — it's intellectual training that teaches students to analyse information, consider different points of view, build logical arguments and defend their position effectively. Like intellectual fencing, debate helps develop flexible thinking, confidence and the ability to react quickly in challenging situations.
All lessons are conducted in English and focus on the practical use of the language. Students discuss topical issues of the modern world, learn new vocabulary, refine their grammar through communication, and gradually overcome the language barrier.
The course runs in two formats:
1. Speaking & Communication Club (level A2+ and above) — for students who want to improve their spoken English, expand their vocabulary and learn to hold a conversation confidently on a range of topics.
2. Debate Training & Competitions (level B2+ and above) — for students who want to master professional debating techniques, build public speaking skills and take part in competitions.
In the Debate Training format, students work on the principles of parliamentary debate: two teams present opposing positions, speak in front of judges and learn to defend their arguments effectively.
Programme
Programme
Build confident spoken English
Learn to speak in front of an audience
Study the structure of an effective speech
Practise argumentation and persuasion skills
Analyse topical social, cultural and world issues
Develop critical thinking
Learn to work with information and different sources
Master international-format debate techniques
Take part in practice speeches and debates
Receive individual feedback from the teacher
Subjects
Subjects
Speaking & Communication Skills
Students develop fluent communication skills in English through discussions, debates and communicative tasks.
Public Speaking
Students study the core principles of effective speaking: speech structure, use of voice, body language and audience interaction.
Debate Skills
Students study international debate formats, learning to build strong arguments and respond effectively to their opponents' position.
Critical Thinking & Argumentation
Students develop the ability to analyse information, identify the strengths and weaknesses of arguments, and draw well-founded conclusions.
Current Affairs & Global Issues
Students discuss current events, global issues, technology, education, culture, business and social topics.
Academic Vocabulary & Language Development
Students learn high-level vocabulary needed for discussions, presentations and academic communication.
Debate Tournament Preparation
Students prepare to take part in school and international debate competitions.
Outcomes
What you will learn
Speak confidently in front of an audience
Express their opinion freely in English
Build logical, persuasive arguments
Take part in discussions effectively
Analyse information and critically evaluate different points of view
Use advanced vocabulary for academic communication
Develop teamwork skills
Respond skilfully to questions and to opponents' arguments
Apply techniques for successful public speaking
Take part in debates and competitions in an international format
Enrolment
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