Asia Schools Open - Asian 3v3 Debate (Winter Edition)
“ASO Winter,” officially known as the Asia Schools Open – Asian 3v3 Debate (Winter Edition), is the premier debating tournament for middle and high school students across the Asia Pacific region. This competition adheres to the Asian 3v3 debating format and takes place annually in January, marking the commencement of a new year of competitive debating.
Attracting participants from diverse countries such as Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Japan, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Thailand, among others, the event typically sees a representation of over 150 students. It has become a significant platform for fostering debate skills and intellectual exchange.
The current titleholders are Felicity Wong from Wilton Academy, Brian Luo from Shanghai American School Pudong Campus, and Vincent Ying from Shanghai High School International Division.
General Info
18 Jan 2025 – 19 Jan 2025
08:00 AM – 06:30 PM
(GMT+8) Singapore
📍 Online | Slack and Zoom
Format
Debate
Asian 3v3
3 members per team
Eligibility
Senior
13-18 years
Asia Pacific region
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✔️ 2-Day Tournament Pass
✔️ Certificate of Participation
✔️ Certificate of Achievement
✔️ Performance Assessment Report
✔️ Comprehensive Feedback
✔️ International Judges
Legacy & Participation
2018
Founded
100
Institutions
1200+
Students
36
Countries/Regions
Australia
Barker College
Churchie
Fort Street High School
James Ruse Agricultural High School
Knox Grammar School
Melbourne Grammar
Meriden School
Pymble Ladies’ College
Riverview
Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview
Sydney Boys’ High School
Sydney Girls’ High School
Sydney Grammar School
Trinity Grammar School Sydney
University of Sydney
Wenona
China
Basis International School of Guangzhou
Beijing 101 High School
Beijing Ritan Middle School
HD Beijing School
Hongwen School
Huili School
Keystone Academy
Nanjing Foreign Language School
Nord Anglia Chinese International School
Sendelta International Academy
Shanghai American School
Shanghai American School (Pudong)
Shanghai Foreign Language School Affiliated to SISU
SHANGHAI HIGH SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL DIVISION
Shanghai Pao Middle School
Shanghai Pinghe School
Shanghai Qingpu World Foreign Language School
SHANGHAI STARRIVER BILINGUAL SCHOOL
Shanghai United International School
Shanghai World Foreign Language Academy
Shenzhen Foreign Language School
Shenzhen Nanshan Huitong School
The Second Affiliated School of Fudan University
Tianjin High School
United Nations International School
UWC Changshu China
Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
YK Pao School
Indonesia
IPEKA Integrated Christian School
Sekolah Pelita Harapan Lippo Village
Japan
Saitama Municipal Urawa High School
Seiko Gakuin High school
Utsunomiya High School
Singapore
ACS International
Queenstown Secondary School
Raffles Girls School
Raffles Institution
Saint Joseph’s Institution International Singapore
Singapore American School
Singapore Chinese Girls’ School
St. Joseph’s Institution
Tanglin Trust School
United World College South East Asia
United World College of South East Asia
Victoria School
Whitley Secondary School
Zhenghua Secondary School
South Korea
Asia Pacific International School Seoul
Busan International Middle School
Chadwick International
Chadwick International School
Daechi Middle School
Daegu International School
Daemyeong Middle School
Daewon International Middle School
Dolma High School
Eonju Middle School
Korea International School
North London Collegiate School
Saint Paul Preparatory Seoul
Seohyun Middle School
Seoul Academy
Seoul Foreign School
Seoul International School
Sookmyung Girls’ Middle School
Taiwan
Taipei American School
Our Legacy
Setting the stage for a year of eloquent debates
ASO Winter stands as the vanguard of eloquence, officially recognized as the Asia Schools Open – Asian 3v3 Debate (Winter Edition), heralding the advent of a new year of competitive brilliance. In the grand tradition of the Asian 3v3 debating format, this premier tournament annually graces the Asia Pacific region in January, setting the stage for a legacy of articulate discourse.
ASO Winter isn’t just an event; it’s a legacy. It symbolizes prestige, standing tall as the pinnacle of debating excellence. As participants engage in the art of persuasive discourse, they contribute to a rich history of articulate exchanges, establishing ASO Winter as the beacon of competitive debating, where legacy meets the future.
Reach and Impact
At the forefront of discourse
ASO Winter is a transformative experience that echoes far beyond its debating arenas. In the crucible of ASO Winter, minds are not merely sharpened; they are honed to a brilliance that defines a new standard of eloquence. With an impact and reach extending globally, ASO Winter transcends borders, creating an intricate tapestry of cultures and perspectives. It becomes a nexus, a global community where ideas flow freely, fostering connections that endure beyond the competition.
Highlights
Performance Assessment Report
A personalized roadmap for growth, performance assessment reports empower participants with valuable insights into their debating strengths and areas for improvement.
Case Demonstrations
Unlock the secrets of persuasive discourse with case demonstrations, featuring insights and strategies from world-renowned debaters on motions debated in each competition round.
Tournament Schedule
All times are indicated in (GMT+8) Singapore time.
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
Day 01 | |
08:00 AM | Opening Ceremony and Roll Call |
08:30 AM | Round 1 Draw and Release of Motion |
10:30 AM | Round 2 Draw and Release of Motion |
12:30 PM | Lunch |
01:30 PM | Round 3 Draw and Release of Motion |
03:30 PM | Round 4 Draw and Release of Motion (Silent Round) |
05:30 PM | Final Confirmation of Age Categories |
06:30 PM | End of Day |
Day 02 | |
08:00 AM | Morning Briefing and Roll Call |
08:30 AM | Round 5 Draw and Release of Motion |
10:30 AM | Break Announcement |
10:45 AM | Elimination Round 1 |
12:30 PM | Lunch |
01:30 PM | Elimination Round 2 |
03:30 PM | Grand Finals |
05:30 PM | Closing and Awarding Ceremony |
06:30 PM | End of Day |
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Limited spots available
Debate Team (competition only)
3 members per team
Debate Team (with workshop)
3 members per team
Observer/Coach/ Parent/Guardian
1 individual