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Nationally recognized speech and debate summer camp. 1-Week camps held at VCU since 2018.
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03/25/2026
One of the biggest surprises for parents: debate doesn’t just teach kids to talk—it teaches them to listen. Students learn how to understand opposing viewpoints, ask better questions, and respond thoughtfully instead of emotionally. That’s a life skill… and a leadership skill.
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03/23/2026
Take your skills to the next level with the full RDI overnight experience. 🌙
Live on campus, build lasting friendships, and immerse yourself in speech and debate from morning sessions to late-night team bonding. This is where confidence grows, voices are found, and leaders are made. Spots are limited—secure yours today.
Debate camp isn’t a lecture. It’s fast-paced games, funny prompts, mini-speeches, teamwork, and lots of “Wait—let me try that again.” Students learn without it feeling like school, and they leave energized instead of drained. If your child loves arguing (or needs a healthier way to do it), they’ll love this.
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Your student will be guided by experienced competitors, coaches, and educators who know how to challenge students and support them.
We believe the best learning happens when students feel safe to try.
02/24/2026
“I used to hate speaking in class. Now I actually raise my hand.”
This is the moment we work for.
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02/02/2026
If you’re a parent thinking, “I just want my child around great influences this summer,” we get it. RDI is a place where curiosity is cool, kindness is expected, and students build friendships through team challenges and shared wins. The magic isn’t just in the speeches—it’s in the community.
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01/30/2026
Some kids are loud. Some are quiet. And some are still figuring out what they think. At Richmond Debate Institute, students practice speaking up in a way that feels safe, supportive, and genuinely empowering. It’s not about being the “best speaker”—it’s about learning how to organize your thoughts, share them clearly, and feel proud afterward. Parents tell us they notice it fast: more confidence, more eye contact, more “I’ve got this.”
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01/27/2026
Many students arrive nervous.
They leave standing taller, speaking clearer, and believing in themselves.
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you practice.
01/23/2026
Parents often ask us: “Is my child too shy for debate?”
Our answer: that’s exactly why they belong here.
RDI is designed for beginners and experienced students alike. No auditions. No pressure. Just growth.
01/22/2026
Speech and debate isn’t about arguing — it’s about learning how to think clearly, speak confidently, and be heard.
At Richmond Debate Institute, students spend a week at VCU discovering their voice in a supportive, structured, and empowering environment.
Whether your student is outgoing, shy, or somewhere in between, RDI meets them where they are — and helps them grow.