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Capitol Debate Summer Programs The Nation’s Leading Academic & Debate Camps. Award-Winning. High School & Middle School. Never debated before? No worries. Are you a competitive debater?

Capitol Debate is the nation’s leading expert in teaching debate to middle school and high school students. Our nationally recognized staff has hundreds of years of pedagogical experience in helping youth find their voice. Thousands of shy students have walked through our doors in our nearly 20 years of summer camps to become confident young adults and leaders in their community. You have come to the right place. Our Expert Instructors have coached more national champions than any other camp in the nation. Our aim is to unlock the hidden talents students possess. Our aim is to use instruction, education, and learning to provide the most important component of our debate camps- which is fun. Capitol Debate Summer Camps are offered at over 40 locations and 26 states across the United States. Capitol Debate is also happy to announce expansion of summer camp programs to 2 International Locations: Canada and Singapore. The Capitol Debate Faculty is dedicated to teaching you advanced skills in:

Refutation
Case Construction
Brief Writing
Evidence Analysis
Research
Case Criteria Development
Delivery
Issue Selection
Summary and Final Focus Writing

“How was school?” “Fine.” 💬Sometimes, there’s more behind that one-word answer. Everyday conversations give children a c...
10/08/2026

“How was school?” “Fine.” 💬

Sometimes, there’s more behind that one-word answer. Everyday conversations give children a chance to explain a challenge, ask for help, and think through a solution, and parents a chance to listen.

Helping your child find their voice starts with moments like these.

Want to learn how we help students build confidence in speaking up? Join our live Meet & Greet! Meet the Capitol Debate team, explore our programs, and ask questions about the right fit for your child.

👉 Save your spot: https://www.capitoldebate.com/openhouse

10/06/2026

“Will I make friends?”
For a child heading to camp, that question can matter just as much as what they’ll learn. 💙
At Capitol Debate, building communication skills goes hand in hand with meeting new people, sharing ideas, and feeling part of a supportive community.
Hear from Benjamin, a returning camper, about the sense of belonging that makes camp special.
Help your child find their voice—and their people. Explore our summer programs: https://www.capitoldebate.com

It's Tournament Day!!
10/04/2026

It's Tournament Day!!

A small step. A stronger voice. 🍂Confidence doesn’t happen overnight. Sometimes, it starts with simply taking that first...
10/01/2026

A small step. A stronger voice. 🍂
Confidence doesn’t happen overnight. Sometimes, it starts with simply taking that first step.
Join us for a Capitol Debate Virtual Meet & Greet and discover how our programs help students build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and find their voice.
Meet our team, learn more about our programs, and get your questions answered.
🎤 Ready to learn more?
Save your spot today!
https://www.capitoldebate.com/openhouse

If your child could choose one subject to study each year, what would it be? 📚💡Art? Coding? Music? Something their schoo...
09/29/2026

If your child could choose one subject to study each year, what would it be? 📚💡

Art? Coding? Music? Something their school doesn’t offer yet?

Ask them: “Should students get to choose one subject, or should all subjects be required?”

Then ask the debate-building follow-up: “What’s your strongest reason?”

Share their answer in the comments; we’d love to hear both sides! 👇

09/27/2026

Will my teenager find kids their age at camp?
For Nicholas, a 15-year-old sophomore attending for the first time, the answer was yes.
“My entire class is my age, and there are people older than me in here.”
He already felt comfortable with public speaking—but wanted to improve. At camp, he found interactive classes, new friends, and coaching on hand gestures and body language.
His takeaway? “I would love to come back.”

What does it look like when a student starts finding their voice?Longtime Capitol Debate videographer Felippe Gazio refl...
09/27/2026

What does it look like when a student starts finding their voice?

Longtime Capitol Debate videographer Felippe Gazio reflects on the impact he has witnessed in “The Why Behind the Why,” featured in our September newsletter.

Read the full article:
https://www.capitoldebate.com/public/flipbook/2026%20September%20Article/The%20Why%20Behind%20The%20Why%20-%20SEP%202026.pdf

Six campers. One pyramid. A whole lot of trust. 💙🙌Teamwork reached new heights at our 2026 Camp at UNC!The best part? Sh...
09/26/2026

Six campers. One pyramid. A whole lot of trust. 💙🙌
Teamwork reached new heights at our 2026 Camp at UNC!
The best part? Sharing the laughs and making memories together.
Which spot are you taking: the steady base, the middle crew, or the very top?
Tell us below! 👇

09/25/2026

Four camps in, and Melinda keeps coming back. 🎤
Why? Fun, new friends, and the chance to keep getting better at public speaking.
That’s what Capitol Debate is all about: confidence, communication, and community.
Ready for your student’s next summer?
Learn more at capitoldebate.com

Opinions are welcome. Evidence is better. 🙄
09/23/2026

Opinions are welcome. Evidence is better. 🙄

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2185 Faraday Avenue
Carlsbad, CA
92008

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm
Sunday 8am - 3pm

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+18004505012

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