Expanding Horizons Across the GCC, In-Person Courses in Dubai
We offer in-person courses at our critical thinking hub in Barsha Heights, Dubai, for students aged 5-18.
Classes include lectures on topics like strategy, style, or international relations, followed by practical applications. We also support students in developing public speaking skills and attending debate competitions by creating personalized tournament calendars, selecting debate topics, setting goals, and helping them prepare with a partner.
Year 1 - 3
1A. Fundamentals of Public Speaking I
An introductory course designed to build confidence and essential speaking skills. Students learn basic speech structure, delivery techniques, and overcome stage fright through practical exercises. Perfect for beginners looking to develop strong communication foundations.
1B. Introduction to Story
Writing I
A foundational creative writing course that explores the basic elements of storytelling. Students learn character development, plot structure, and narrative techniques while developing their unique voice through guided writing exercises.
Year 2 - 4
2A. Fundamentals of Public Speaking II
Building on Level 1, this course advances students' public speaking abilities through more complex speech types and impromptu speaking. Focus on audience engagement, persuasive techniques, and advanced delivery methods.
1B. Introduction to Story Writing I
A foundational creative writing course that explores the basic elements of storytelling. Students learn character development, plot structure, and narrative techniques while developing their unique voice through guided writing exercises.
Year 4 - 7
3A. Extemporaneous Debate I
Introduces students to competitive debate formats with focus on quick thinking and argument construction. Students learn research methods, case building, and rebuttal strategies for impromptu topics.
3B. Global Issues Writing I
Combines current events analysis with argumentative writing. Students develop research skills while crafting well-structured essays on international topics and contemporary global challenges.
4A. Extemporaneous Debate II
Introduces students to competitive debate formats with focus on quick thinking and argument construction. Students learn research methods, case building, and rebuttal strategies for impromptu topics.
4B. Global Issues Writing II
Combines current events analysis with argumentative writing. Students develop research skills while crafting well-structured essays on international topics and contemporary global challenges.
Year 7-10
5A. Junior Debate Academy I
Comprehensive debate training for younger students, covering various debate formats. Includes structured lectures and practical debate sessions focusing on fundamental argumentation theory, basic world knowledge, and public speaking skills
5B. Junior Model United Nations
Introduces students to international relations through MUN simulation. Focuses on diplomatic skills, resolution writing, and understanding global governance structures.
6A. Junior Debate Academy II
Advanced debate training for experienced junior debaters. Emphasizes sophisticated argumentation, advanced research methods, and competitive strategy development.
6B. Great Books Writing Course
A literature-based course examining classic texts of the Western Canon while developing analytical writing skills. Students engage with significant works while learning critical analysis and academic writing techniques.
7A. Junior Debate Scholars
Elite-level debate training for exceptional junior debaters. Focuses on advanced theory, sophisticated argumentation, and high-level competitive strategies. This is specifically a tournament preparation class, invitation based only.
7B. Competitive Essay Writing I
Intensive writing course focused on academic and competition-level essay composition. Students master advanced writing techniques and argumentative strategies.
Year 10-13
8A. Senior Debate Academy I
Introduction to high-level debate for older students. Comprehensive training in advanced debate formats, research methods, and competitive strategies.
8B. Senior Model United Nations
Introduces students to international relations through MUN simulation. Focuses on diplomatic skills, resolution writing, and understanding global governance structures.
9A. Senior Debate Academy II
Elite debate training for experienced senior debaters. Focus on analyze and debunk opponent’s frameworks with precision, execute advanced strategic case structures that dominate elimination rounds, and learn about complex world issues in depth.
9B. Competitive Essay Writing II
Intensive writing course focused constructing sophisticated academic arguments using scholarly sources. Students develop high school publication-ready research papers with original analysis
10A. Senior Debate Scholar
Elite debate training for experienced senior debaters. Focus on advanced theory, complex argumentation, and high-level competitive preparation.
10B. Senior LD/PF Training
Advanced Tournament Prep Class for students in preparing for some of the World’s Best Public Forum & Lincoln Douglass Debate Tournaments