Learn to coach professionally through real practice and feedback
Your supported path towards an ICF credential
A 6-month, ICF Level 1 accredited programme combining in-person and live online learning — led by an MCC and doctoral researcher in coaching.
- International Coaching Federation Level 1 (ACC pathway)
- Real coaching practice from day one
- Small cohorts with personalised feedback
- Designed for coaches, leaders and professionals
Next cohort starts September 2026 — limited places available
Booking now for September 2026
Limited places available. Early interest recommended.
What people say...
Real outcomes from coaches and leaders on the programme
Who this programme is for
For internal & external coaches
- Build confidence through real coaching practice
- Work towards an ICF-accredited qualification
- Develop your own coaching style
- Receive structured, personalised feedback
For effective leaders & professionals
- Improve how you support and develop others
- Move from advice-giving to unleashing creativity
- Build stronger relationships and trust
- Lead with greater clarity and impact
ICF Level 1 (ACC pathway)
This programme is accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF), the leading global coaching body.
- Counts towards your ACC credential
- Meets ICF Level 1 education requirements
- Includes mentor coaching and performance evaluation
- Recognised globally across coaching and leadership roles
ICF is the world’s leading professional body for coaching, widely recognised and often required by organisations when selecting coaching providers.
Learn from experienced, accredited coaches
Dr David Lowe
PCC • Doctorate in Coaching • Author
David is a professional coach and educator whose doctoral research explored humour in coaching conversations. He brings a practical, thoughtful approach to helping people develop strong coaching skills they can use with confidence in real conversations.
Linda Spencer MCC
MCC • Coach Educator • Mentor Coach
Linda is an executive coach, coach educator and mentor coach with more than a decade of experience supporting leaders and professionals internationally. A Master Certified Coach (MCC), she brings deep expertise, reflective practice, and a strong focus on helping others grow with confidence and skill.
How the programme is structured
A practical, blended learning journey designed to build confident coaching capability
Module 1
Build strong coaching foundations
Learn the foundations of coaching through live practice, feedback, and guided development from the start.
3 in-person days + follow-on activities
Module 2
Deepen your coaching practice
Strengthen your coaching through deeper work on the ICF competencies, structure, and real coaching conversations.
Live online sessions + guided practice
Module 3
Refine your coaching approach
Consolidate your learning through mentor coaching, feedback, practice, and preparation for successful completion.
Mentor coaching, practice and final evaluation
The programme combines immersive in-person learning with live online sessions, practice, feedback, and mentor coaching.
What you'll walk away with
Practical skills, recognised credentials and confidence to coach in real conversations
Confident coaching skills
Develop the ability to coach effectively in real conversations, with clarity, structure, and presence.
ICF-aligned practice
Build your coaching in line with the ICF competencies, with clear understanding of what good coaching looks like.
Real coaching experience
Gain substantial hands-on practice, feedback, and reflection throughout the programme.
A pathway to accreditation
Complete an ICF-accredited programme and be ready to take the next step towards certification.
Free membership to the Coach Hub
Stay connected beyond the programme with 12 months’ access to The Coach Hub for peer support, reflection, and continued growth.
Everything you’ll have access to
Tools, support and resources to help you develop as a coach
A dedicated coaching hub
All materials, session content and resources in one place throughout the programme.
Practical visual tools
Frameworks and tools you can use immediately in your coaching conversations.
Videos and learning resources
Revisit key ideas and deepen your learning between sessions.
Research-informed coaching practice
Insights from doctoral research to help you understand what works in coaching and why.
Join an upcoming cohort
Small group cohorts with personalised feedback and real coaching practice.
Cohorts are kept small and often fill in advance. Early registration is recommended.
Starts 29 September 2026
Bristol (in-person)
Includes a 3-day immersive start followed by live online sessions
Modules 2 and 3 run online from October 2026 to April 2027
£3,550 + VAT
No commitment. We’ll share details and availability.
Starts 24 February 2027
Leamington Spa (in-person)
Includes a residential, immersive in-person experience with continued online development
Modules 2 and 3 run online from March 2027 to October 2027
£4,950 + VAT
No commitment. We’ll share details and availability.
Starts summer 2027
London (in-person)
Includes three in-person days followed by live online practice and feedback
Modules 2 and 3 run online from August 2027 to March 2028
£3,950 + VAT
No commitment. We’ll share details and availability.
Not sure which cohort is right for you? Get in touch and we’ll help you choose.
Interested in joining a cohort?
Register your interest, and I will send you further details about upcoming cohorts.
If helpful, we can also arrange a short call to see if it’s a good fit for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This programme is for people who want to develop practical coaching skills they can use in real conversations.
It’s suitable whether you’re looking to become a professional coach or want to use coaching more effectively in a leadership, management, or organisational role.
No prior coaching experience is required.
Some participants are new to coaching, while others already have experience and want to deepen their practice. The programme is designed to support both.
The programme is accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) at Level 1.
You’ll develop your coaching in line with the ICF Core Competencies and be ready to take the next step towards certification.
The programme includes a mix of in-person sessions, online modules, and coaching practice between sessions.
Most participants find the workload manageable alongside full-time work, with learning spread across the duration of the cohort.
The programme begins with an in-person module, followed by live online sessions, practice, and reflection over several months.
You’ll build your skills through real coaching conversations, feedback, and guided learning rather than theory alone.
After you register your interest, I’ll send you more details about the programme and upcoming cohorts.
If helpful, we can arrange a short call to explore whether it’s the right fit for you. There’s no obligation to commit.
Prices vary depending on the cohort and format, typically ranging from £3,550 to £5,000 + VAT.
Full details will be shared when you register interest, including what’s included for each cohort.
Yes — many participants are sponsored by their organisation.
We can provide invoices and any supporting information your organisation may need.
That’s completely fine — many people start by exploring whether it’s the right fit.
You’re welcome to register interest or get in touch for a conversation before making any decision.
Yes — you’re very welcome to arrange a short call.
This is a chance to explore whether the programme is the right fit for you, with no pressure to commit.