
1
FOUNDATIONS
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Completely new to debate
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No prior knowledge or experience
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Learning the basics and fundamentals of debating
2
SKILL-BUILDING
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Familiar with Canadian National Debating Format (CNDF) and possibly British Parliamentary (BP) format
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Comfortable participating in debates; able to give speeches confidently
3
INTERMEDIATE
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Consistently meets speaking time requirements
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Likely attended various tournaments/competitions
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Expanding scope of knowledge
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Working on debating strategy
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Demonstrates proficiency in both CNDF and BP formats

SEPTEMBER 2026 SEMESTER
Thursdays 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
Starts Sep 17
Saturdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Starts Sep 19
Sundays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT
Starts Sep 20
Tuesdays 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT
Starts Sep 15
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Starts Sep 16
Fridays 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM PDT
Starts Sep 18
Mondays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Starts Sep 14

