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.
Foundations
Ages 6–18Voice, 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.
Confident Communication
Ages 6–18Persuasive speeches, rhetorical technique, gesture and improvised speaking.
Who it’s for: For children who can already give a short speech with confidence.
Beginners
Ages 10–18Team debate on the World Scholar’s Cup model: claim, reason, example and first rebuttals.
Who it’s for: For new debaters, including Year-End Debate Camp graduates.
Competitive
Ages 13–18Asian Parliamentary and WSDC, with British Parliamentary for international circuits.
Who it’s for: For students ready to compete.
Weekends or weekday evenings
Classes begin on 4 January 2027. Each class is 1.5 hours, once a week, for 12 weeks. Pick a weekend or a weekday evening, and we’ll match your child to the right level and class in your placement chat.
Weekends
Saturday or Sunday
- 9:00–10:30am
- 11:00am–12:30pm
- 2:30–4:00pm
- 5:00–6:30pm
Weekday evenings
Tuesday to Friday
- 4:30–6:00pm
- 7:30–9:00pm
One term, 12 weeks, real progress
- 12 live classes, one a week, 1.5 hours each
- Up to 10 students per class
- Handouts and slides where applicable
- A progress report at the end of the term
- Debate Secrets to Success guides, FREE when you enrol for all three terms
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 classes begin on 4 January 2027 and run for 12 weeks. 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.
Ask on WhatsAppPayment details
Chat with us on WhatsApp first to choose your child’s level and class. Once we’ve confirmed the class, pay using the details below, then submit the registration form with your payment screenshot.
- Chat with usTell us your child’s age and experience, and a referral code if a friend gave you one. We’ll suggest the right level and class time.
- PayTransfer RM750 to MSDA’s OCBC account, using your child’s name as the reference.
- Submit the formFill in the registration form below and upload your payment screenshot. We’ll confirm your place on WhatsApp and send the Zoom details.
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The MSDA Method
- TeachClear skill instruction, not just open practice time
- TrainStructured speaking practice in small weekly groups
- TestMock rounds in class and real stage time at Ipoh Mali Debate
- TrackA progress report and parent check-in every term