Debate Coaching
Debate Courses for Adults
Debate - what is it?
Debate is an intellectual sport where people compete for the ability to persuade on a particular topic and position. Debate is an old academic tradition with roots in Cambridge, England, in the 18th century. Within it, topics such as economics, philosophy, politics, law, art, gender, sports, international relations, and more are discussed.
Worldwide debating experience is an excellent springboard for public service, academia, the justice system, and private sector careers. It is no wonder, then, that prominent public figures (Barack Obama, Henry Kissinger, Margaret Thatcher, and others), Supreme Court justices (Alito, Sotomayor, Brown Jackson), novelists (Sally Rooney), and entertainers (Stephen Colbert, Oprah Winfrey) are all debate alums.
The game is a fascinating and effective platform for developing skills such as public speaking, logical thinking, separating the wheat from the chaff, etc. It combines logic, language, and ideas. By practicing it, you will become sharp and persuasive in any real-life situation: at work, in your studies, arguing with your partner and friends, and even in daily conversations.
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"My experience of taking and enjoying debating classes and workshops with Monica Forman (who also raises and trains debating world champions) makes me believe that the rhetorical weapons I have received from her are at least equivalent to real weapons. "
(Kobi Nayman, Senior Economic and Financial Advisor)
The most comprehensive non-university debate course
I believe in giving my trainees the full debate experience. My experience as a debater and trainer has taught me that effective learning requires practice and persistence. Therefore, I offer a course in a format that was previously reserved only for university students. Throughout the three-month course, you will acquire a range of rhetorical skills. You will practice them right from the first meeting in a fun setting. You will receive immediate feedback on all aspects of your speech at the end of each debate.
All tools you will receive are universal for persuasion in any situation. These can be applied in specific contexts, depending on the topic, your position, and the unique reasons you recognize.
Course goals
- Overcome stage fright and practice public speaking.
- Learn to present a position and convince others about a wide variety of dilemmas and issues with relevant, accurate, and reasoned arguments.
- Improve your ability to distinguish key messages and focus on them.
- Better refute opposing arguments in real-time and respond to questions and objections.
- Improve your improvisation skills and your ability to think on your feet.
- Increase your ability to listen to and fully understand the other side.
"An intellectual challenge, enriches, stimulates, expands the mind, and enlarges knowledge. Smart people participate in the course. The instructor is an exceptional teacher who answers all questions patiently and is approachable. "
(Anonymous)
Course structure
Each session lasts four hours, and is composed of two parts:
More Information
- The basic course consists of 12 weekly sessions.
- Debates follow the British Parliamentary format. This format is used in all major debate competitions (European and World Championships).
- Debate practice can be held with more than 8 participants. In that case, several "rooms" are used for debate simultaneously. A qualified judge will judge each room.
Lecture
Debate
Feedback
Lesson topics
- Persuasion fundamentals, speech structure, and style
- Burdenas of proof and argument selection.
- Rebuttal.
- Argument building and logical explanation.
- Advanced argument-building workshop
- Criteria building and principled cases
- Wordsmithing and semantics
- Objection handling and dealing with questions
- Summary
* There will be two more sessions dedicated to extra practice
Benefits
Logistics
- Face-to-face meetings.
- The meeting will take place in the evening.
- Recording one's speech for future learning is possible.
- Participants who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion.
Ideal for
- People who want to gain more confidence when speaking in public.
- Individuals who wish to express themselves accurately and in a way that reflects their true intentions.
- Those who seek a practical framework for learning and expressing their ideas and opinions.
- People who enjoy intellectual challenges and healthy competition.
- Those who will benefit from a new superpower: the ability to convince at any time and in any situation.
As a personal note
Whatever your starting point, I guarantee you will benefit and improve. In my decade of experience, I have transformed speakers who started as insecure - running off the stage after a minute of speech - into speakers who held an audience's attention and delivered impressive speeches. At the same time, I helped speakers with raw talent become true champions. Everyone has the potential to become charismatic and persuasive.
Are you interested in organizing a private group and creating a course tailored to your needs? <span style="font-weight: 800;
The option is available to you. I would be glad to coordinate with you.
*A minimum of 6 participants is required.
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