✦ 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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🏫 Stanford Debate Society

🐻 UC Berkeley Invitational

🏆 Tournament of Champions

🇺🇸 NSDA Nationals

🎤 Jack Howe Memorial

🌟 Western Championships

💻 National Online Forensics

🎖️ Regent Legacy Invitational

🌉 Cal State Championship

🏫 Stanford Debate Society

🐻 UC Berkeley Invitational

🏆 Tournament of Champions

🇺🇸 NSDA Nationals

🎤 Jack Howe Memorial

🌟 Western Championships

💻 National Online Forensics

🎖️ Regent Legacy Invitational

🌉 Cal State Championship

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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The Journey

Your Path to the Stage

Three steps from shy beginner to confident champion. We guide every student the entire way.

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Free Assessment

We evaluate your child's current level, interests, and goals in a free 1-on-1 session. No commitment required — just discovery.

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Expert Coaching

Small-group or private sessions build skills week by week — oratory, debate, delivery, and stage presence. Real progress, every class.

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Compete & Win

When ready, students enter Stanford, Berkeley, ToC, and national tournaments — and consistently place at the top against hundreds of competitors.

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

Our Coaches

Learn from the Best

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

Coach Chen

Head of Oratory

"Every student has a story worth telling."

OratoryToC8 yrs

Alex Liu

Informative Speech

"Clarity and confidence change everything."

SpeechStanford5 yrs

Yun Wang

Debate Coach

"Great debaters are made, not born."

LDPFPolicy

Ms. Park

Private Classes

"One-on-one unlocks what groups can't."

1-on-1All Ages

Join Our Team

We're Hiring Coaches

"Passionate about speech & debate? We'd love to meet you."

Apply Now

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

★★★★★

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.

Tournament ResultsMar 10, 2026

ToC March 2026 — Full Results

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

Tips & AdviceMay 17, 2025

Great Tips for Speech Tournament Success

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

Free WorkshopMar 22, 2026

Free Workshop: College Apps + Speech Prep

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

Get Started

Enroll Your Child Today

Fill out the form and we'll reach out within 24 hours to set up a free assessment session.

Get in Touch

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Phone

(510) 555-0198

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Email

info@able2shine.com

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Office Hours

Mon–Sat · 9 AM – 7 PM PST

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Speak.
Lead.
Shine.

Speaking.
Acting.
Reading.

Everyone
Can Be
a Star!

Champions
at Stanford