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MSDAMalaysian Speech & Debate Academy
Weekly training · Term 1 2027 registrations open

The Best Choice for Your Child’s Voice

Small-group public speaking and debate classes, live on Zoom. Up to 10 students per class, so every child speaks in every session.

Little SpeakersAges 6–9Junior ExplorersAges 10–13Oracy LeadersAges 14–18
The levels

Two tracks, four levels

Public speaking and debate, two levels each. Every child starts at the level that fits them after a short placement chat.

Not sure which track fits? Chat with our placement team before deciding the best fit for your child.Chat With Our Placement Team
Public Speaking · L1

Foundations

Ages 6–18

Voice, eye contact, simple speech structure, storytelling and beating stage nerves.

Who it’s for: Start here if your child is new to speaking in front of others.

Public Speaking · L2

Confident Communication

Ages 6–18

Persuasive speeches, rhetorical technique, gesture and improvised speaking.

Who it’s for: For children who can already give a short speech with confidence.

Debate · L1

Beginners

Ages 10–18

Team debate on the World Scholar’s Cup model: claim, reason, example and first rebuttals.

Who it’s for: For new debaters, including Rebuttal Rookies graduates.

Debate · L2

Competitive

Ages 13–18

Asian Parliamentary and WSDC, with British Parliamentary for international circuits.

Who it’s for: For students ready to compete.

Class timetable

Find your child’s class

Pick your child’s age to see which classes they can join. Each class is 2 hours.

My child is

Saturday and Sunday

Choose either day each week

9:00–11:00am
Public Speaking L2Debate L1
11:30am–1:30pm
Public Speaking L1Debate L2
2:30–4:30pm
Debate L1
5:00–7:00pm
Debate L2

Tuesday to Friday

Pick one evening each week

4:30–6:30pm
Small groups. Level set after a placement chat
7:30–9:30pm
Small groups. Level set after a placement chat
Public Speaking L1Public Speaking L2Debate L1Debate L2

Term 1 2027 · Registrations open

One term, 12 weeks, real progress

Group training · 12-week package RM720 per 12-week term
  • 12 live classes, one a week, 2 hours each
  • Up to 10 students per class
  • Handouts and slides where applicable
  • A progress report at the end of the term

Why a 12-week package? Our courses are curated and structured, so each class builds on the one before. Twelve weeks gives your child time to master each skill, and gives us time to measure and report their progress.

Register for Term 1 Share With a Friend on WhatsApp Term 1 runs January to March 2027. Weekly training is offered as a 12-week package only. See our terms and conditions.

1-to-1 and competition coaching

Private coaching, or training tailored to a specific competition your child is entering. Fees depend on the goal and the timeline.

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How we teach

The MSDA Method

  1. TeachClear skill instruction, not just open practice time
  2. TrainStructured speaking practice in small weekly groups
  3. TestMock rounds in class and real stage time at Ipoh Mali Debate
  4. TrackQuarterly reports and a parent check-in each term
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Why debate changes everything, how a round works and how to build your first argument. Free for MSDA subscribers.

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