Equipping students for effective communication
Lighthouse provides students with comprehensive training in Speech and Debate to help them become confident, respectful speakers while having a lot of fun and making friends.
These are skills students will use in their high school classes that will also prepare them for job interviews, scholarship interviews, college classes, etc.
The NCFCA Advantage
As a club of the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association, Lighthouse provides a rigorous and highly supportive environment. Our students don't just learn to win arguments; they learn to seek truth and present it persuasively.
Families can choose to attend just the practice tournaments in club or also attend NCFCA tournaments.
We combine high-caliber coaching with a relational environment and a lot of fun. Here, students don't just learn competitive skills; they build lasting friendships and learn to speak with grace.
Strong Communication
Students learn to articulate complex ideas clearly, speak with confidence in front of audiences, and engage in respectful dialogue on difficult issues.
Unshakable Confidence
Regular practice and supportive feedback help students overcome the fear of public speaking, building skills that lasts a lifetime..
College Preparation
Universities highly value the rigorous academic preparation, research skills, and leadership qualities demonstrated by NCFCA alumni.
Critical Thinking
Through research and debate, students develop the ability to analyze information, identify logical fallacies, and construct sound, reasoned arguments.
Weekly club meetings
We meet weekly on the beautiful Regent University campus, providing structured tracks for both younger students and teens.
Meeting Times
Junior Club
Senior Club
Mondays from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at Regent University. Our first meeting is on August 31. All students must attend Speech weeks and can choose Debate as well, which is optional. Speech and Debate alternate weeks.
Designed for ages 7 to 11. Parents attend weekly to learn alongside their children and support early communication skills.
For ages 11 through high school (must be 12 by 1-1-2027). Parents attend some designated weeks to learn how to give feedback and judge practice rounds in the spring.
What we offer
Students learn how to speak confidently about subjects they are passionate in. Debate will teach them how to think critically and listen to their opponents and learn how to respond.
Competitive Debate
Platform Speaking
Interpretive & Limited Prep
Learn logical reasoning and critical thinking skills through Lincoln-Douglas debate, while also learning how to debate respectfully and listen to their opponent's arguments and how to respond.
Students can choose from a variety of Platform Speeches and can choose a subject that they are passionate about.
Students who enjoy theater will love doing Interpretive speeches! Limited Prep speeches teach students how to think quickly when they are asked a question.
Affordable Family Rates
Summer Camp
Club tuition is $350 per student. Sibling discounts and flexible payment plans are offered to keep the club affordable for families while also being able to compensate our coaches.
Our camp will be a lot of fun! Joining Jennifer Garrido in coaching/teaching are two young men who had competed in Speech and Debate, did very well, and have coached many students. More info is on our "Summer Camp" page. Perfect for both beginners and experienced competitors!