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World School
Debate Bootcamp 2024

26th July - 7th August (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

A life-changing experience awaits you at the World Debate Bootcamp in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Join us for an exciting and enriching journey into the world of debate and public speaking.

Event Details

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Ages: 13 to 18 years old
Fees: Refer to WSDB Packages below.
Length: 13 Days 12 Nights
Dates: 26th July - 7th August 2024

You can download our brochure containing full event details here.

WSDB Packages

Participant All-Access:
USD 5, 000.00

  • Hotel stay for the full 11 days, 10 nights stay

  • Transportation to the training venue, hotel and airport

  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily

  • Excursions for Excursion Day 1 & 2

Guardian All-Access:
USD 3,000.00

  • Hotel stay for the full 11 days, 10 nights stay
    Transportation to the training venue, hotel and airport

  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily

  • Excursions for Excursion Day 1 & 2

Malaysia Lite 1:
USD 2,500.00

  • Includes Lunch for Debate Lab Days 1, 2, 3 & 4

  • Includes Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner for Tournament Days 

  • Includes Transportation from the Training Venue to the Experiential Learning Field Trip locations 

  • Excludes Hotel Accommodation

  • Excludes Transportation to and from from hotel and training venue

  • Able to join Excursions

Malaysia Lite 2:
USD 1,500.00

  • Includes Lunch for Debate Lab Days 1, 2, 3 & 4

  • Excludes Transportation from the Training Venue to the Experiential Learning Field Trip locations

  • Excludes Hotel Accommodation

  • Excludes Transportation to and from from hotel and training venue

  • Unable to Join Excursions

Program Benefit

Experiential Learning

We believe in learning by doing. Each lab session will be followed by, or preceded by field trips related to your daily learnings, allowing you to comprehend and contextualize what you've learnt and apply within your lab sessions.

World Champion Coaches

Our coaches are world champions and they are accomplished mentors with extensive experience in competitive debating and public speaking, dedicated to nurturing the talents of young debaters. 

Interactive Training

Learning should be fun and engaging. You'll engage in interactive activities, drills and spars to enhance your debate skills during your daily lab sessions.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with like-minded individuals from different parts of the world. Our bootcamp provides a unique platform to build lasting friendships, expand your network, and develop a global perspective on debate.

Meet your Coaches

World's best coaches are here to give you new experience on a bootcamp that you have never experienced before

  • How do I join Team Malaysia 2025?
    All Team Malaysia candidates must submit the application form by the 4th of October 2024.
  • Am I eligible to apply for Team Malaysia 2025?
    To qualify for a position in Team Malaysia 2025, you must fulfil the following requirements: You must have reached your 14th birthday, and you must not have reached your 20th birthday on the 22nd of July 2025. You must have been a full-time student in Malaysia in 2024 or you will be a full-time student in Malaysia in 2025. You must not be enrolled in an undergraduate program at a tertiary institution. If you are enrolled in a post-secondary or a pre-tertiary program at a tertiary institution, you must not represent said tertiary institution as a debater in varsity competitions.
  • Can Non-Malaysians or non-citizens apply?
    Yes. Any student studying in a Malaysian school or institution who fulfils the above requirements may be considered for Team Malaysia 2025.
  • What do I need to submit in the application form?
    Applicants must submit their personal details, their debate accomplishments and a debate video of themselves. The debate motion will be stated on the application form.
  • Do I have to participate in the Open Tryouts even after submitting my application?
    The Open Tryouts is an optional phase for Team Malaysia candidates. For candidates who do not have a lot of accomplishments, or younger talents who only started debating relatively recently, the Open Tryouts is a great way to showcase your debating abilities to the selectors and guarantee your spot. We recommend younger debating talents who are aiming to be chosen for the Future Squad to compete in the Open Tryouts. Those who skip the Open Tryouts may still be selected for the Final Selections thanks to the strength of their online application.
  • How many debaters will be selected for the Final Selections?
    A total of 60 top debaters in Malaysia will be selected. All former members of Team Malaysia, including the Future Squad members, will be fast-tracked to the Final Selections. The Selections Committee may consider expanding the size of the Final Selections depending on the pool of applicants.
  • What fees are applicable at the Open Tryouts and the Final Selections?
    For the 2025 team cycle, the entirety of the selections process will be free of charge. We thank our supporters, partners and team members for their diligent hard work in ensuring that WSDC Team Malaysia remains accessible to the community and sustainable in the long-term.
  • Do we have to compete on behalf of our schools?
    All candidates compete as individuals. You will be paired with other candidates in the debate rounds, and you will be assigned a speaking position. We recommend all candidates to familiarise themselves with all speaker roles.
  • What format will be used in the Open Tryouts and the Final Selections?
    All candidates will compete in the WSDC format with two adjustments made: the preparation time will be shortened to 30 minutes for each round, and reply speeches will be eliminated from the debate. All rounds will be silent rounds.
  • Is there a matter/knowledge test in the Open Tryouts and the Final Selections?
    There is no matter test for the Open Tryouts, but there will be a matter test in the Final Selections. The candidates for the Final Selections will be given the reading topics one week before the event.

FAQ 

Refer our FAQ if you have any questions. Contact us for more detailed information.

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