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Jason M. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason M.
125/hour

Former High School Debate Coach & UCLA Collegiate Debater

I bring both competitive and coaching experience to debate instruction, having competed on the UCLA Speech and Debate Team and later serving as Head Debate Coach for high school students in San Francisco. I trained and...

5.0 (36)
125/hour
171 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jason’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

I bring both competitive and coaching experience to debate instruction, having competed on the UCLA Speech and Debate Team and later serving as Head Debate Coach for high school students in San Francisco. I trained and...

Nicholas L. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicholas L.
90/hour

Former Training Director at UChicago's national debate team

I was a member of UChicago's national debate team for three years and placed at tournaments in Washington DC, North Carolina, and New England. I was also a Training Director during my third and final year on the team, and am familiar...

5.0 (13)
90/hour
54 hours tutoring

I was a member of UChicago's national debate team for three years and placed at tournaments in Washington DC, North Carolina, and New England. I was also a Training Director during my third and final year on the team, and am familiar...

Riley Y. Charlottesville, VA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Riley Y.
100/hour

State Champion in Debate, Princeton University Debator

At Princeton, I compete for the Princeton Debate Panel, an extremely competitive team across the world. When I was in high school, I competed in Public Forum and won several awards, including a State Championship, a National Speech &...

5.0 (67)
100/hour
178 hours tutoring

At Princeton, I compete for the Princeton Debate Panel, an extremely competitive team across the world. When I was in high school, I competed in Public Forum and won several awards, including a State Championship, a National Speech &...

Dymariah P. Athens, GA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Dymariah P.
45/hour

Debate Coach | JD Candidate with Strong Argumentation Skills

...effectively under pressure. I help students develop confidence in public speaking, critical thinking, and organizing persuasive debates. My approach focuses on logic, evidence-based reasoning, and helping students articulate their ideas in a clear and compelling...

5.0 (1)
45/hour
3 hours tutoring

...effectively under pressure. I help students develop confidence in public speaking, critical thinking, and organizing persuasive debates. My approach focuses on logic, evidence-based reasoning, and helping students articulate their ideas in a clear and compelling...

Adam H. Peoria, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Adam H.
50/hour

Speech, Debate & Delivering Champions – From Novice to National Stage

I earned a full scholarship to Western Kentucky University, home to the #1 collegiate speech and debate team in the U.S. I competed in both Parliamentary Debate and Lincoln-Douglas Debate, earning multiple top 16 national...

5.0 (31)
50/hour
129 hours tutoring

I earned a full scholarship to Western Kentucky University, home to the #1 collegiate speech and debate team in the U.S. I competed in both Parliamentary Debate and Lincoln-Douglas Debate, earning multiple top 16 national...

Isaiah S. Everett, WA, available for online tutoring
Isaiah S.
45/hour

Debate Coach

I've competed in multiple forms of debate at the national level since high-school, winning numerous regional tournaments and taking a gold medal at Stoa's National Invitational Tournament of Champions. Now, I coach debate...

5.0 (17)
45/hour
75 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutesNote that average response time is based on Isaiah’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I've competed in multiple forms of debate at the national level since high-school, winning numerous regional tournaments and taking a gold medal at Stoa's National Invitational Tournament of Champions. Now, I coach debate...

Lauren D. Swansea, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lauren D.
50/hour

Experienced Debate/Logic, Competitive Speaking & Argumentation Coach

I have several years of experience coaching competitive Mock Trial and academic debates/competitive presentations at both the middle school, high school, and college levels. My expertise includes teaching argument structure, logic...

5.0 (2)
50/hour
4 hours tutoring

I have several years of experience coaching competitive Mock Trial and academic debates/competitive presentations at both the middle school, high school, and college levels. My expertise includes teaching argument structure, logic...

Alexandra D. Minneapolis, MN, available for online tutoring
Alexandra D.
50/hour

Former nationally competitive policy debater and coach

- In high school, I was a successful policy debater on the national level during the Oceans, China, Education and Surveillance topics. - I taught policy debate for three years at the Washington Urban Debate League summer...

5.0 (29)
50/hour
193 hours tutoring

- In high school, I was a successful policy debater on the national level during the Oceans, China, Education and Surveillance topics. - I taught policy debate for three years at the Washington Urban Debate League summer...

Shanna S. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shanna S.
150/hour

Captain of High School Speech and Debate Team

As Captain of my high school Speech and Debate Team, I developed strong skills in argument construction, persuasive speaking, evidence analysis, and strategic rebuttal. In that leadership role, I not only competed but also helped guide and...

5.0 (131)
150/hour
450 hours tutoring

As Captain of my high school Speech and Debate Team, I developed strong skills in argument construction, persuasive speaking, evidence analysis, and strategic rebuttal. In that leadership role, I not only competed but also helped guide and...

Jonathan K. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan K.
450/hour

Top Yale Grad; Award-Winning Lincoln Douglas Debate Coach

My 10+ years of coaching experience includes 7 years of teaching speech & debate as a formal subject. My NSDA specialties are Lincoln Douglas debate (I debated LD all four years of high school) and Original Oratory....

5.0 (2579)
450/hour
6,724 hours tutoring
Response time: 16 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jonathan’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

My 10+ years of coaching experience includes 7 years of teaching speech & debate as a formal subject. My NSDA specialties are Lincoln Douglas debate (I debated LD all four years of high school) and Original Oratory....

Wendy S. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Wendy S.
150/hour

Former Litigator with Extensive Debate Experience

As a former litigator, I spent years sharpening my debate skills in the courtroom. Now, as a tutor, I teach students to do the same: to identify key issues, research thoroughly, build persuasive arguments, anticipate and address...

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5.0 (436)
150/hour
1,560 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response time is based on Wendy’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

As a former litigator, I spent years sharpening my debate skills in the courtroom. Now, as a tutor, I teach students to do the same: to identify key issues, research thoroughly, build persuasive arguments, anticipate and address...

Alex S. Collegeville, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alex S.
95/hour

Debate Coach Specializing in Competitive Success

In addition to general debate skills, I have taught students in LD Debate, Public Forum Debate, Congressional Debate, Pro Con Challenge, Parliamentary Debate, and World Schools Debate. My students have reached...

5.0 (104)
95/hour
485 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 minutesNote that average response time is based on Alex’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

In addition to general debate skills, I have taught students in LD Debate, Public Forum Debate, Congressional Debate, Pro Con Challenge, Parliamentary Debate, and World Schools Debate. My students have reached...

Erin R. Augusta, GA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Erin R.
40/hour

Former debate competitor, debate coach, and CX judge

I competed in CX debate for 4 years and was awarded the Golden Gavel award for top speaker in 2009. I have experience as a competitor, coach, and judge. I can help you to gather data to support your arguments, craft canned arguments, and...

5.0 (455)
40/hour
1,936 hours tutoring

I competed in CX debate for 4 years and was awarded the Golden Gavel award for top speaker in 2009. I have experience as a competitor, coach, and judge. I can help you to gather data to support your arguments, craft canned arguments, and...

Lori S. Lewes, DE, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lori S.
70/hour

Attorney with a strong foundation in logical analysis & argumentation

...and confident delivery. I also bring expertise in logical reasoning, rebuttal strategies, and real-world advocacy, making debate skills practical, engaging, and easy to master....

5.0 (174)
70/hour
379 hours tutoring

...and confident delivery. I also bring expertise in logical reasoning, rebuttal strategies, and real-world advocacy, making debate skills practical, engaging, and easy to master....

Makayla C. Burlington, NJ, available for online tutoring
Makayla C.
40/hour

Law Student with Debate & Oral Advocacy Experience

I also completed an oral argument assignment in my legal writing course, further developing my public speaking and debate skills. My academic background equips me to help students build confidence and clarity in both formal and informal...

5.0 (222)
40/hour
695 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutesNote that average response time is based on Makayla’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I also completed an oral argument assignment in my legal writing course, further developing my public speaking and debate skills. My academic background equips me to help students build confidence and clarity in both formal and informal...

Bob P. Duluth, GA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bob P.
90/hour

Experienced coach L-D, PF, Congress

I have taught, coached, and judged debate for decades. Although I did Policy, I now specialize in L-D and PF, as well as Congress. Moreover, I coach Extemp and other speech events.

5.0 (713)
90/hour
2,534 hours tutoring

I have taught, coached, and judged debate for decades. Although I did Policy, I now specialize in L-D and PF, as well as Congress. Moreover, I coach Extemp and other speech events.

David F. L. Middletown, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
David F. L.
120/hour

Experienced Debate Coach | Public Speaking & Argumentation Expert

I have extensive experience coaching students in debate, public speaking, and argument development. I specialize in teaching persuasive techniques, critical thinking, and how to structure compelling, well-supported arguments. Whether...

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5.0 (128)
120/hour
994 hours tutoring
Response time: 18 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have extensive experience coaching students in debate, public speaking, and argument development. I specialize in teaching persuasive techniques, critical thinking, and how to structure compelling, well-supported arguments. Whether...

Kyle L. Austin, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kyle L.
65/hour

Collegiate Speech & Debate gold medalist

I was captain of Santa Monica College's speech and debate team for one semester before transferring to Columbia. Currently, I coach the LD debate club at a charter high school in South Texas. Debate is my favorite...

5.0 (37)
65/hour
156 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I was captain of Santa Monica College's speech and debate team for one semester before transferring to Columbia. Currently, I coach the LD debate club at a charter high school in South Texas. Debate is my favorite...

Ray B. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ray B.
20/hour

Debate is the Lifeblood of Democracy

Most of my experience in debate has been in the public sector and this country has three levels of government (federal, state and local), all of which I have been involved in. Most of my tenure has been in local government, where I...

5.0 (3754)
20/hour
6,276 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Most of my experience in debate has been in the public sector and this country has three levels of government (federal, state and local), all of which I have been involved in. Most of my tenure has been in local government, where I...

Andrew M. Lincoln, NE, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew M.
55/hour

Speech and Debate Coach with 20+ years of experience

I have been involved in speech and debate for 20 years as a coach and competitor. I have competition experience in high school and college, and have coached successful students/programs in both areas. My main focus is limited prep...

5.0 (32)
55/hour
147 hours tutoring

I have been involved in speech and debate for 20 years as a coach and competitor. I have competition experience in high school and college, and have coached successful students/programs in both areas. My main focus is limited prep...

Eva B. Kalispell, MT, available for online & in-person tutoring
Eva B.
120/hour

Collegiate Debater with 4+ Years of Teaching Experience

I have competitively debated for 8 years, across four styles of debate. I've consistently broken to deep out-rounds at collegiate parliamentary debate tournaments. I've been coaching debate for 4+ years, with...

5.0 (56)
120/hour
367 hours tutoring

I have competitively debated for 8 years, across four styles of debate. I've consistently broken to deep out-rounds at collegiate parliamentary debate tournaments. I've been coaching debate for 4+ years, with...

Jeremy S. Washington, DC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeremy S.
297/hour

Master the Art of Debate with an Expert Tutor

With a background as a clinical social worker, I bring a unique understanding of communication dynamics and critical thinking to our sessions. Combined with over four years of dedicated tutoring experience, I'll teach you how to structure...

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5.0 (598)
297/hour
2,670 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jeremy’s active hours, which are 9:00 am - 9:00 am UTC.

With a background as a clinical social worker, I bring a unique understanding of communication dynamics and critical thinking to our sessions. Combined with over four years of dedicated tutoring experience, I'll teach you how to structure...

Ben F. Asheville, NC, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ben F.
75/hour

Debate & Communication Coach (Competitive Debate, PhD Student)

I specialize in helping students become stronger public speakers and debaters by focusing on argument structure, clarity, persuasion, and confidence under pressure. My approach draws from both competitive debate experience and...

5.0 (65)
75/hour
150 hours tutoring

I specialize in helping students become stronger public speakers and debaters by focusing on argument structure, clarity, persuasion, and confidence under pressure. My approach draws from both competitive debate experience and...

Jenny M. Silver Spring, MD, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jenny M.
75/hour

Wrote a logic textbook in 2007

I have taught logic and coached debate for years. I have taught courses on free speech and harm, as well as the ideals of practical debate. I encourage my debaters to offer good-faith arguments and reasonable rebuttals that...

4.9 (15)
75/hour
80 hours tutoring

I have taught logic and coached debate for years. I have taught courses on free speech and harm, as well as the ideals of practical debate. I encourage my debaters to offer good-faith arguments and reasonable rebuttals that...

Lanyi S. Providence, RI, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lanyi S.
150/hour

Debate Tutor for 3+ years

I participated in debate competitions, won local competitions, and tutored debate for 3+ years. I debated in local and regional competitions, and led my debate team to regional debate.

4.9 (24)
150/hour
145 hours tutoring

I participated in debate competitions, won local competitions, and tutored debate for 3+ years. I debated in local and regional competitions, and led my debate team to regional debate.

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Debate was always something I avoided. But, after tutoring with Eyal on Wyzant's platform, I went from having zero debate experience to a level where I was comfortable forming arguments and defending my positions. Our sessions always included an actual debate - which is the only way to learn. Even if you are not a lawyer or law student, I highly recommend tutoring with Eyal!
Gloria C.

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Lynze K. is an excellent tutor!! She helped me to focus on the key points for my debate, how to organize my bullet points, made corrections to my debate outline, and how the the speaker should deliver the message during the debate. Lynze is full of knowledge and she is very patient. I'm so grateful. Thank you.
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18 Debate lessons

Their teaching style is challenging, engaging, and very helpful; my daughter has made so much progress through D’s lessons. D has boosted my daughter’s confidence in debate and public speaking significantly. My daughter looks forward to each session with D: she is very enthusiastic about her lessons. I would highly recommend D to anyone in need of improving public speaking skills— whether they are shy and timid, or need to improve in debate in general. You will love D’s tutoring.
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On Wyzant, learners can find tutoring in debate and public speaking, connecting with experienced instructors who can help develop argumentation, critical thinking, and communication skills. Whether you’re preparing for a classroom assignment, a speech contest, or simply want to become more confident in expressing your ideas, Wyzant offers personalized, flexible lessons to meet your goals.

A debate is a structured, formal discussion where individuals or teams argue opposing viewpoints on a specific topic, using logical reasoning, evidence, and persuasive speaking to influence an audience or judges. Debates can range from informal classroom exercises to formal competitions with rules, moderated arguments, and defined speaking turns. Engaging in debates helps students improve critical thinking, empathy, reasoning, and the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas.

Through Wyzant, learners gain access to expert debate tutors who can guide them through structuring arguments, practicing delivery, understanding opposing perspectives, and refining public speaking skills. One-on-one sessions allow students to build confidence, explore different debating techniques, and apply materials in real-time practice. With personalized instruction, debating becomes an accessible and enjoyable learning experience that empowers students to think critically, communicate effectively, and excel in speaking contests or classroom discussions.

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