Breaking Barriers, Building Confidence

World-class debate and public speaking coaching for students in Grades 4–12

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The DSDC Difference

Expert Coaching Team

Award-winning coaches from top universities worldwide, dedicated to nurturing every student's potential through our carefully curated curriculum.

Individualized Attention

Tailored curriculum and personalized feedback every class, with semester report cards for both students and parents to track progress.

Leadership Opportunities

Volunteer at tournaments, advance to teaching roles, and build a resume that stands out for university and job applications.

How It Works

Getting started is simple — here's what to expect.

Step 1

Book a Free Call

Schedule a 15-minute consultation with our team to discuss your child's interests and goals.

Step 2

Get a Personalized Recommendation

We'll recommend the right class based on your child's age, experience level, and aspirations.

Step 3

Start Learning Online

Your child joins live classes via Zoom with personalized feedback from expert coaches every session.

DSDC students at the World Scholar's Cup competition

Our Mission

Founded in Vancouver in 2017, DSDC is a global online debate coaching institution dedicated to breaking down barriers by delivering world-class coaching at an affordable cost. We empower students to develop confidence, critical thinking, and communication skills that last a lifetime.

Meet Our Team

Our Classes

Public Speaking

Public Speaking

Develop confidence and eloquence through impromptu, persuasive, and interpretive speaking.

Debate

Debate

Comprehensive training in World Schools, British Parliamentary, CNDF, and Cross-Examination formats.

World Scholar's Cup

World Scholar's Cup

Full WSC preparation with a 100% qualification rate since 2020 — from regionals to Yale.

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Where Our Students Compete

DSDC students have won awards at top tournaments and institutions around the world.

Canadian National Debate Championships
US National Debate Championships
World University Debating Championships
Stanford Invitational
Princeton Invitational
World Scholar's Cup - Yale
Oxford Schools Championships
Georgetown Public Forum
UBC Debate Tournaments
SFU Worlds Schools Championships
BC Provincial Championships
Harvard Model United Nations

Hear From Our Students

“DSDC has been my home for debate ever since I started three years ago. Under the guidance of Tim, Archie, and Rebecca, I've seen myself visibly improve in confidence and critical thinking. The lessons on social issues have helped broaden my horizons tremendously.”
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Angela M.
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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer classes for students in Grades 4 through 12, with programs tailored to each age group — Novice (Grades 4–6), Junior (Grades 7–9), Senior (Grades 10–12), and Advanced Competitive (Grades 10–12).

Ready to Unlock Your Child's Potential?

Join over 1,000 students who have transformed their confidence and skills through DSDC.

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