Classes & Schedule
Empowering students from Grade 3–12 through structured debate training, competitive experience, and long-term confidence development.
Debate Classes at DebateOn Leadership
Founded in 2010, DebateOn Leadership Academy (formerly BCFL) is a leading debate and public speaking academy dedicated to developing strong communicators, critical thinkers, and future leaders.
Our students consistently participate in top Canadian and American debate circuits, including NSDA-sanctioned tournaments and international competitions. (View achievements)
As a proud member of the National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA), we provide structured training pathways that combine academic rigor with real competitive experience.
Our core programs are delivered in-person at our Langley academy, complemented by select workshops and online sessions. (We are also preparing to expand our online offerings with regular classes soon.)
Student Groups
With class sizes of 6–8 students, we maintain small-group learning that maximizes speaking time, personalized coaching, and skill development. Students are carefully placed based on age and experience level.
Starters (Grades 3-4)
A fun and structured introduction to communication and basic argumentation.
Students learn:
• Speaking clearly and confidently
• Expressing ideas with structure
• Listening and responding respectfully
• Introductory mini-debates and games
Featured Tournaments & Opportunities:
• Seattle University Speech and Debate
• VAYA International Speech and Drama
Schedule: Two sessions per week, 1.5 hrs per session
Intro-Juniors (Grades 5-7)
Building strong foundational debate and communication skills.
Students learn:
• Argument structure and reasoning
• Evidence usage and basic research
• Team-based debate formats
• Confidence in structured speaking
Featured Tournaments & Opportunities:
• Seattle University Speech and Debate
• VAYA International Speech and Drama
• World Scholar's Cup
Schedule: 2 sessions or 1 session options per week.
Seniors (Grades 8-12)
Advanced debate training and competitive tournament preparation.
Students learn:
• Advanced argument construction
• Case building and rebuttal strategy
• Competitive PF and CNDF formats (Fall, Winter terms)
• Tournament-level performance skills
Featured Tournaments & Opportunities:
• Harvard Debate Council
• Yale Invitational
• Georgetown Fall Tournament
• Prosper Business Case Competition
Schedule: Saturday only
Term Schedule (2026 - 2027)
We offer programs all year-round.
We also accept mid-term enrolments.
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