Young Genius Speech & Debate Academy
YG Speech & Debate Academy, 20900 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
About
Young Genius Speech & Debate Academy offers Competitive Speech & Persuasive Writing, Elementary Competitive Congressional Debate and Spontaneous Speech, Competitive Congressional Debate and Spontaneous Speech, Competitive Public Forum Debate, and Competitive Lincoln-Douglas Debate. The program lists online classes for Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays during the 2026-2027 school year, and in-person classes for Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Programs
- Competitive Speech & Persuasive Writing — 7-8 year old · Saturdays · Level 1 class. Also described for 2-3rd grade. In-person and online versions are listed.
- Elementary Competitive Congressional Debate and Spontaneous Speech — 9-10 year old · Saturdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays · Level 2 class. Also described for 4-5th grade. In-person and online versions are listed.
- Competitive Congressional Debate and Spontaneous Speech — 11-12 year old · Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays · Level 3 class. Middle school class with beginner, experienced, and master levels listed for 6-8th grade and returning 7-8th grade students.
- Competitive Public Forum Debate — Saturdays · Listed for 6-9th grade students. In-person and online versions are listed.
- Competitive Lincoln-Douglas Debate — Saturdays, Sundays · Listed for 7-12th grade students and also as beginner, experienced, and master levels for 8-12th grade students.
At a glance
- Ages: 7–18 years old
- Current session: 2026-27 School Year Classes (Sep 7–May 31, 2027); 2027 In-Person Summer Camps (Jan 1–Dec 31, 2027)
- General schedule: During the 2026-2027 school year, classes are conducted online on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and in-person on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. 2026-27 school year classes run from September 7, 2026 to May 31, 2027.
About the provider
The program says it has over a decade of experience. Its mission statement says it teaches thinking, not memorizing; creating, not repeating; and discerning, not obeying. The site also lists expert educators, outstanding competitive success, and student results including Public Forum Octofinalists, a 9th Speaker Award, and tournament finalists and place winners at the 2025 Berkeley Tournament and 2024 James Logan Tournament.
A contact form is provided and new customers are asked to fill it out; replies are stated to come within 24 hours. The site says classes are on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays online, and in-person on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
What families say
“After two years at YG Speech & Debate Academy, my daughter’s writing became clear and concise. She now articulates her thoughts confidently and persuasively.” — Srikanth K., Parent
Last updated September 19, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.