Join elite debate champions and unlock advanced techniques in argumentation, persuasion, and public speaking.
Our Approach
At Capstone Debate, we believe in systematic, skill-based development. Our standardized curriculum ensures consistent, high-quality instruction across all classes while allowing coaches to adapt their teaching style to each student’s needs.
The Capstone Journey
We provide a clear pathway for every debater, from beginners to international competitors. Our three-tiered program structure ensures students progress at the right pace while mastering essential skills at each level.
Primary Programs
For Grades 1–6, our primary courses focus on helping young learners find their voice. Through fun activities, stories, and guided speaking practice, children build confidence in expressing ideas, speaking clearly, and engaging with others.
Junior Speakers
Junior Speakers
Built for Grade 1-3 studentsBuilt for students ready to find their voice.
Your child wants to speak up but doesn’t know how. We change that. Through games, stories, and guided practice, young speakers learn to share their ideas clearly – whether they’re presenting to their class, telling a story, or expressing what they think.
We teach the basics: how to stand, how to speak so others listen, how to organize thoughts before sharing them. Students practice real situations they face every day, from show-and-tell to disagreeing respectfully with friends. Each session includes personal coaching that builds confidence naturally.
Think of it as communication training disguised as fun. At this age, that’s exactly what learning should be.
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PSD I
PSD I – Introductory
Built for Grades 3–4 & 5–6 studentsStart here if you’re new to debate or want stronger speaking foundations.
Students explore current issues that matter – from technology’s impact to environmental challenges – while learning to form and express their own views. We teach the essential structure of persuasive speaking: how to open strong, support your points, and conclude memorably. Students practice responding to others’ ideas thoughtfully and learn to stand confidently before an audience.
Perfect for students who want to speak up more in class, think more clearly under pressure, or simply see if debate is for them.
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PSD II
PSD II – Intermediate
Built for Grades 3–4 & 5–6 studentsReady to debate like competitors do.
Students tackle complex global issues from multiple angles while learning the formats used in real tournaments – British Parliamentary and World Schools. We refine speech delivery for consistent impact and train students to dismantle opposing arguments strategically. Classes simulate actual debate rounds, building the stamina and quick thinking competition demands.
Designed for students serious about joining debate tournaments or those who want advanced training in structured argumentation.
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Debate Team Program
Debate Team Program
Built for PSD II onwards (Grades 3–6) studentsUnlimited debate training. Real competition preparation. Individual coaching every session.
With a monthly subscription, your child can attend any practice session throughout the week. Each session follows the same format: debate with peers, then receive immediate personal feedback from their coach on what worked and what to improve.
This consistent, individualized training – unavailable anywhere else in Hong Kong – drives rapid improvement.
We select age-appropriate competitions and prepare your child for each one, so you never have to wonder if they’re ready or which tournaments to choose.Perfect for students who are serious about competing, want to accelerate their skills, or simply love debating enough to do it multiple times a week.
Secondary Programs
For Grades 7–12, our secondary programs take communication to the next level. Students develop persuasive speaking, critical thinking, and structured debate skills while tackling complex global issues.
PSD I
PSD I – Introductory
Built for Grade 7-9 studentsBuild your foundation in critical thinking and persuasive speaking.
Students explore complex current issues – from AI ethics to climate policy – learning to evaluate them independently and form reasoned opinions. We teach the essential structure of persuasive speech and how to respond thoughtfully to opposing views. Students learn core debate terminology and concepts while building confidence in a supportive environment.
Perfect for students new to debate who want to understand global events better, express their opinions effectively, or explore whether competitive debate is for them.
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PSD II
PSD II – Intermediate
Built for Grade 7-12 studentsMaster competitive debate formats and sharpen your argumentation.
Students tackle global issues from multiple perspectives while training in standard tournament formats: British Parliamentary and World Schools. We drill key debate concepts until they become automatic and teach students to identify and exploit flaws in opposing arguments consistently. This is where casual debaters become competitive ones.
Designed for students ready to enter tournaments or those seeking deeper training in structured argumentation and rebuttal techniques.
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PSD III
PSD III – Advanced
Built for Grade 7-12 studentsElite training for serious competitors.
Students build expertise across economics, philosophy, political science, and international relations – the knowledge base that wins championships. We focus on advanced strategies and the three pillars of competitive success: style, substance, and strategy. Training simulates elimination-round pressure, preparing students to compete at the highest levels of regional and international tournaments.
For students aiming to win championships, reach finals, or earn speaker awards at major competitions.
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Official Team
Official Team
Where future national team members train to dominate at the World Championships.
Our track record is unmatched: Official Team members win championships across Hong Kong and internationally. They don’t settle for speaker rankings. They take best speaker at tournaments from Harvard to Oxford. This isn’t about participating in debate. It’s about winning consistently at the highest level.
You’ll train with coaches who’ve developed world-class competitors and practice alongside Hong Kong’s elite debaters. Every session pushes you toward one goal: becoming unbeatable in any room, against any opponent. Selection trials determine entry and scholarship awards based on performance rankings. Current national team members bypass trials with automatic admission.
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National Team
National Team
Available at PSD II and upThe pinnacle. For debaters who’ve already made it.
This isn’t a training program. It’s recognition of those who represent nations on the world stage.
Multiple Official Team members currently hold national team positions across different formats – not just for Hong Kong, but for England, France, Singapore, and the USA. They’ve proven themselves through trials, dominated circuits worldwide, and earned the right to wear national colors at WSDC and international championships. This is where years of elite training culminate: standing at the podium representing your country, wherever that country may be.
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Debate Team Program
Debate Team Program
Available at PSD II and upUnlimited training sessions. Competition-ready skills. Personal coaching every practice.
This isn’t a class – it’s your competitive training ground. With a monthly subscription, you get access to all our practice sessions throughout the week. Each session puts you in real debate rounds against peers at your level. Your coach watches, takes notes, and breaks down exactly what you did well and what needs work. This immediate, specific feedback is how rapid improvement happens.
We guide you through the competition circuit, selecting appropriate tournaments and preparing you for each one. From school debates to international invitationals, we ensure you’re ready when it matters. This consistent, personalized approach – unique in Hong Kong – transforms eager debaters into confident competitors.
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