Debate training with purpose.
The SCDU Preseason Workshop helps middle and high school students enter debate season with more confidence, structure, and competitive readiness.
Supportive, serious, and student-focused.
What makes this workshop different?
Students are not just listening to lectures. They work in labs, practice rounds, research sessions, and guided prep spaces designed to help them actually improve before the season begins.
Skills students can use immediately.
Clear Speaking
Helping students communicate ideas with confidence and control.
Sharp Thinking
Teaching students how to organize arguments and respond quickly.
Better Prep
Building stronger research habits, case work, and round strategy.
Led by experienced debate educators.
The workshop includes instruction from experienced coaches and debate educators, with support from college debaters and former debate alumni.
Ryan Wallace
Instructor associated with CSU East Bay and debate education.
Greg Rehmke
Experienced debate instructor connected with Washington debate programs.
Steve Clemmons
Instructor associated with Foothill College and debate training.
Help students feel ready.
From first-time debaters to returning competitors, the goal is simple: give students the tools, practice, and confidence to walk into the season prepared.