Open Debate Club

Looking for a fun way to sharpen your thinking and public speaking skills? Join us on Tuesday evening, August 4, for another session of our Open Debate Club!

Our meetings regularly bring together up to 20 participants, while our community has already grown to nearly 80 members—so you'll be joining a lively, welcoming, and intellectually curious group.

This time we'll be playing in the British Parliamentary Debate format:

You'll receive the debate topic, have 15 minutes to prepare, and then step up to deliver a 6-minute speech. It's fast-paced, exciting, and guaranteed to get your brain working.

Never debated before? No problem! We actively support beginners, and not long ago we were beginners ourselves.

Debate is about much more than winning arguments.

It's an opportunity to:

• Develop strong argumentation skills.
• Build logical cause-and-effect reasoning.
• Compare ideas and their real-world impact.
• Learn to view issues from multiple perspectives.
• Express your thoughts clearly and confidently.

It also helps you:

• Think independently in a world full of competing opinions.
• Separate your ideas from your emotions.
• Recognize and resist manipulation.
• Challenge assumptions instead of accepting dogma.
• Feel comfortable making mistakes—and even embracing the occasional awkward moment.

These are practical skills that benefit both your career and everyday life.

Our coaches have extensive experience in competitive debating and have won numerous tournaments, so you'll be learning from experienced mentors.

☕ Arrive 15 minutes early and enjoy complimentary tea and cookies before the debates begin.

📩 To participate, send us a direct message, and we'll provide the registration link through the club coordinator.

📅 Date: August 4

🕗 Time: 8:00 PM

📍 Location: 23 Betlemi Street

🎟 Admission: Free
(Donations are warmly appreciated if you'd like to support the club.)