Catalyst’s Four Pillars
The Benefits of Enrolling in Catalyst Debate Academy
| Experienced and Quality Instructors Each student is assigned an experienced instructor with competitive success and coaching experience. | Year Round & Remote Sessions are remote so students can join from all across the country from any time zone. |
| Affordable Pricing At $30 per hour, Catalyst aims to make quality coaching accessible for debaters at any level. | Debate Pods 4:1 Student Instructor Ratio Catalyst ‘s structure allows for collaboration and communication between students and instructors. |
A Snapshot of a Session
Shared Prep
Our instructors work year-round to ensure students have access to quality topic materials, and all students will prepare with each other for tournaments. Prepped materials include cases, blocks, and backfiles.
Practice Rounds and Drills with Specialized Feedback
Catalyst Debate Academy’s pod structure allows for smooth practice rounds with partner pairs going against each other. After practice rounds, debaters will receive specialized feedback critical to improving their debating skills. Personalized drills are also included in each session, allowing for a crucial cycle of constant feedback and improvement truly bringing debaters to the next level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pricing of Catalyst Debate Academy?
Catalyst Debate Academy is 180 dollars per month, which equates to a 30 dollar hourly rate. Students get access to shared Prep (blocks, cases, etc), personalized feedback from expert instructors, and more.
What type of debate do students compete in?
Catalyst Debate Academy is geared towards students who are looking to advance their Public Forum Debate skills. Each instructor is experienced in competing in Public Forum competitions and are skilled in all aspects from research and case building to the specific intricacies of each speech within the round structure.
Are classes in-person or virtual?
All sessions are virtual allowing for flexibility and connecting aspiring debaters and quality instructors from all across the country.
How often are sessions?
Students engage in six hourly coaching sessions each month where debaters will advance their skills to achieve success in tournaments.
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