✦ Bay Area's Premier Speech & Debate School

Speak.
Lead.
Shine.

Empowering students K–12 with world-class speech, debate, and public speaking skills across the Bay Area and online.

✦ Expert Coaches · Small Classes

Speaking.
Acting.
Reading.

Our coaches work 1-on-1 and in small groups to unlock every student's unique voice and build lasting confidence.

✦ Tournament Champions 2024

Everyone
Can Be
a Star!

From first-time speakers to championship competitors — our proven method builds champions at every level.

✦ Stanford Championship 2024

Champions
at Stanford

Our students took top honors at the Stanford Debate Society Invitational 2024 in Oratory and Informative Speech.

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What We Offer

Programs for Every Student

From beginner-friendly group classes to elite tournament prep — find the right fit for your child.

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Group Courses

Weekly small-group sessions covering oratory, debate, and storytelling. Hybrid in-person + online at all centers.

Ages 6–18

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Summer 2026

Speech Camps

Immersive multi-day camps with intensive coaching, mock tournaments, and peer feedback in a fun environment.

Ages 8–18

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Competition Track

Tournament Prep

Specialized coaching for ToC, Stanford, Berkeley, NOF, and Regent Legacy tournaments. Win at the highest level.

Ages 10–18

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1-on-1

Private Classes

Personalized sessions tailored to your child's pace and goals. Fast-track to confidence with dedicated coaching.

All ages

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Fully Online

Virtual Classes

Live interactive Zoom sessions with the same quality coaching. Perfect for busy schedules or remote learners.

All ages

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Community

Activities & Events

Free workshops, college prep seminars, parent events, and community activities throughout the year.

All welcome

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Tournament Achievements

Our students compete at Stanford, Berkeley, ToC, and more — and consistently place at the top.

Stanford 2024

Stanford Championship — Oratory & Informative Speech

Stanford 2023

Stanford Championship — Dramatic Interp & Informative Speech

Berkeley 2023

Berkeley Invitational — Multiple Division Placements

Stanford 2024

Public Forum Debate — Middle School Division

Stanford 2024

SPAR, Lincoln Douglas & Policy Debate

Berkeley 2024

Jack Howe Memorial — 1st Place Speaker Award

Berkeley 2024

Berkeley Speech — Dramatic, Oral & Humorous Interpretation

NOF 2022

National Online Forensics — Team Sweepstakes

Western Champ 2024

Western Novice & JV Championships — CA State Qualifier

View All Results →

Our Community

From Shy to Shine

Hundreds of students, parents, and coaches — all part of the Able2Shine family.

The Able2Shine Family

500+ students, 20+ tournament wins, and a community that celebrates every milestone together.

Where We Are

5 Centers Across the Bay Area

Hybrid in-person + online at every location. Never miss a session.

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Zoom (Online Class)

Fully virtual — join from anywhere

Live Now

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Cupertino

Hybrid — In-Person + Online

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Fremont (Center 1)

Hybrid — In-Person + Online

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Fremont (Center 2)

Hybrid — In-Person + Online

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Palo Alto

Hybrid — In-Person + Online

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Bay Area Learning Centers

Cupertino · Fremont · Palo Alto · Online

Our Coaches

Learn from the Best

Experienced coaches with competitive backgrounds and a passion for student growth.

Coach Chen

Head of Oratory

OratoryToC

Alex Liu

Informative Speech

SpeechStanford

Yun Wang

Debate Coach

DebateLD

Ms. Park

Private Classes

1-on-1All Ages

Student Stories

What Our Families Say

Real stories from students and parents who've seen the transformation firsthand.

★★★★★

My daughter was terrified to speak. After one semester with Able2Shine, she placed 2nd at the Stanford Invitational. The coaches are exceptional.

Sarah T.

Parent · Cupertino Center

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I went from not finishing a sentence to winning Oratory Novice at ToC. The structured method they teach works. I feel like a completely different person.

Jason C.

Student, Age 14 · Fremont Center

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The Zoom classes are just as good as in-person. My son in Palo Alto and nephew in LA take the same class. Teachers know every student by name.

Linda M.

Parent · Online + Palo Alto

Latest

News & Community

Tournament results, tips, events, and community highlights.

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Tournament ResultsMar 10, 2026

ToC March 2026 — Full Results

Champions across multiple divisions at this year's Tournament of Champions.

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Tips & AdviceMay 17, 2025

Great Tips for Speech Tournament Success

Coach Chen shares preparation strategies that helped our students win at the highest levels.

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Free WorkshopMar 22, 2026

Free Workshop: College Apps + Speech Prep

Multi-session free workshop covering college application essays and tournament prep.

Speak.
Lead.
Shine.

Speaking.
Acting.
Reading.

Everyone
Can Be
a Star!

Champions
at Stanford