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Launching in Westchester County this Summer!
Bergen Debate offers beginner-friendly debate and public speaking programs that help students build confidence, think critically, and express ideas clearly. Catered programs are available for experienced debaters as well.
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Now Expanding to Your Area
After years of success in Bergen County, we’re excited to bring our debate and public speaking programs to White Plains and the greater Westchester community.
Bergen Debate is designed to meet students where they are — whether they’re looking to build confidence speaking in front of others, engage more deeply with ideas, or pursue debate at a competitive level.
Students Trained
Proven Coaching Methodology
Of Teaching Excellence
College Grads, Former Champions
Why Choose Us
Our programs emphasize practical communication, thinking, and research skills students use in school, college admission, activities, and everyday life.
Our Programs
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Learn to express ideas clearly and speak with confidence in front of any audience.
Develop skills to analyze arguments, form opinions, and think on your feet.
Gain the self-assurance to share your voice and engage in meaningful discussions.
Our programs welcome students with zero debate experience — we start from the basics.
2 hour, in-person afterschool debate classes Tues-Sun to build skills progressively during the school year. For new and experienced students.
A variety of fun-filled programs to jumpstart your child's debate journey during summer break. Sessions for curious students, beginners, and experienced debaters!
Try a class before committing — experience our teaching style and see if it's right for your child.
Our classes are designed to feel engaging and supportive — not intimidating or lecture-based. Each session is designed to be engaging, supportive, and skill-focused. Students learn through interactive exercises, practice rounds, and personalized feedback from experienced instructors.
Maximum Class Size
12 students
Small class sizes ensure each student receives proper care and attention.
Class Length
2 hours
Small class sizes ensure each student receives proper care and attention.
Typical Class Structure
120-Minute Sessions
Fun speaking exercises that change every week
Learn argument structures, debate topics, and more
Engaging games that promote abstract thinking
# of Classes Per Term
13-17
Classes are designed to follow local school calendars. Their number will vary by semester.
Class Frequency
1 per week
Students meet weekly and receive ongoing asynchronous feedback, ensuring consistent instruction and meaningful engagement with our teaching team.
Families join Bergen Debate for many different reasons. Our programs are a strong fit for students who are looking to grow in any of the following ways and more
Wants to feel more comfortable speaking in front of others, sharing ideas out loud, and participating confidently in class or group settings.
Likes exploring ideas, asking questions, and thinking critically about topics - whether in current events, school subjects, or everyday conversations.
Wants support learning how to structure ideas clearly, explain reasoning, and communicate more effectively.
Enjoys sharing original ideas, listening to peers, and working in supportive environments of creativity and dialogue.
Is interested in debate or public speaking but has little or no prior experience -- and wants a beginner-friendly place to start.
Already has debate experience and wants to sharpen skills, deepen strategic thinking, and compete at the highest levels.
Not sure? We're happy to help you decide.

Don't just take our word for it — hear from parents and students who've experienced the Bergen Debate difference.