Are you passionate about Christian apologetics? Do you have the conviction, desire, and discipline to make a persuasive case for Christianity and provide compelling, reasonable answers under pressure?
Then the CrossExamined Instructor Academy is THE apologetics training event you cannot miss.
The CrossExamined Instructor Academy (CIA) is a very selective, three-day intensive apologetics training event designed to train the next generation of Christian apologists to clearly articulate and defend the truth of Christianity in the most challenging environments: classrooms, churches, conversations, and culture at large.
This is the 19th annual CIA, and it is unlike any other apologetics training event you have attended.
Apply now. Seats are intentionally limited.
📍 Charlotte, NC — July 30 – August 1, 2026
💲 Tuition and scholarship options available
🎓 Presenter Track and Audit Track available (Learn More Here)
🛏️ Lodging: TBA
The CrossExamined Instructor Academy 2026 is an intensive three-day Christian apologetics training event hosted by CrossExamined.
The event is designed to provide a unique in-person environment for advanced training, equipping the next generation of Christian apologists to present the arguments for Christianity clearly and effectively.
Whether you are having coffee with friends, engaging colleagues at work, or debating on stage, the CrossExamined Instructor Academy is the Christian apologetics training event you cannot miss.
Not at all.
While many attendees are pastors or ministry leaders, and some return year after year to sharpen their skills, the CrossExamined Instructor Academy is open to any committed Christian who wants to grow in their understanding and ability to present a reasonable, compelling, and engaging case for Christianity.
This event is ideal for:
• Aspiring Christian apologists
• Pastors and church leaders
• College or university campus ministry leaders
• Theology, philosophy, and seminary students
• Christian educators
• Serious believers who want to confidently defend their faith
Whether you are new to apologetics or already teaching others, we would love to see you attend the CrossExamined Instructor Academy 2026.
Unlike large inspirational conferences, the CrossExamined Instructor Academy is not simply about gaining information.
It focuses on hands-on apologetics training.
Sessions are intentionally interactive and designed to help you become better equipped in areas such as:
• Engaging audiences in critical thinking
• Debate skills and strategies
• Cross-examination techniques
• Responding clearly to challenging objections
• Delivering persuasive and engaging presentations
This is not just information. It is skill development.
Topics typically include:
• How to present evidence without relying on the Bible
• Why your arguments may not be working
• How to start and maintain a successful podcast
• The reliability of the New Testament
• Engaging the top objections to Christianity
• The moral argument
• Effective public communication
Each year’s content is intentionally designed to address some of the most pressing challenges facing Christians today.
