How It Works

Personalized coaching
starts with an assessment.

We do not sell a one-size-fits-all camp. Every student begins with a free assessment so coaching is built around their actual starting point, goals, and readiness.

The Process

Five steps from first call to visible growth.

Assessment-led, coach-guided, and paced to your student — not to a calendar.

01

Book a Free Assessment

Tell us about your student in under 60 seconds. There is no cost, no payment, and no obligation.

02

Meet & Assess

A coach meets with your student to observe speaking, reasoning, and confidence, then talks with you about goals.

03

Get a Personalized Plan

We recommend a track, a starting skill focus, and a session rhythm that matches your student's readiness and your family's schedule.

04

Coach, Practice, Repeat

Students meet one-on-one with their coach every week, plus guided practice and live speaking reps with feedback after every session.

05

Measure Growth

We revisit the assessment over time so parents can see measurable progress in confidence, clarity, and critical thinking.

What We Assess & Build

Six skills we develop in every student.

The assessment gives us a baseline in each area. Coaching then targets the two or three that will move your student the fastest.

Confidence

Students learn to speak up, hold the room, and recover quickly under pressure.

Communication

Clear structure, strong delivery, active listening, and audience awareness.

Critical Thinking

Evaluating evidence, spotting weak reasoning, and thinking on their feet.

Argumentation

Building claims, supporting them well, and responding to opposing views with respect.

Leadership

Initiative, teamwork, self-advocacy, and guiding a group toward a decision.

College & Career Readiness

Interview presence, presentations, essays, and scholarship conversations.

Student reviewing debate notes during an assessment
Coach guiding two students through a practice round
For Parents

What the free assessment actually includes.

  • A short speaking and reasoning exercise with a coach
  • A baseline across all six skill areas
  • A recommended track and starting skill focus
  • A parent conversation about goals and scheduling
  • Clear next steps — with no pressure to enroll
Coaching plans and flexible monthly options are shared after the assessment, once we know exactly what your student needs. Scholarships, discounts, and waivers may be available through CTR Factor Non-Profit Alliance.
Book a Free Assessment
Take The Next Step

Start with a free assessment.

One short session tells us where your student is and what will help them grow the fastest.

Questions? Call (877) 275-9472 or email social@ctrfactor.com