Group Coaching Intensive

Join Author of Effective Group Coaching, Jennifer Britton, for a two day, in person hands-on group coaching training program, the Group Coaching Intensive. This two day intensive program is a hands-on program for coaches wishing to learn about the practicalities of group coaching, while building and practicing their skills in the modality. This program is accredited by the International Coach Federation for 15 hours of Continuing Coach Education (13 Core Competencies, 2 hr. Business Development). Download an info kit here.

This is an experiential, hands-on program, designed for coaches to:

• Gain a deeper understanding of what group coaching is,
  how it differs from 1-1 coaching, workshops and retreats
• Acquire tools, techniques and templates so they can successfully design, implement and market their own group coaching programs
• Practice, experiment and receive feedback on their own group coaching skills
• Explore how their current coaching skills can be adapted
  for the group coaching context
• Expand their coaching toolkit in the area of group coaching
• Acquire and practice group coaching exercises

Topics we cover during the program include:

• What Group Coaching Is, How it Can Be Delivered (in person/by phone);
• The Continuum of Small Group Processes;
• Fundamental Principles of working with groups
• Competencies for Group Coaching including Group Coaching Core Skills and Best Practices;
• Tricky Issues in Group Coaching - How to avoid them, and how to handle them when they happen
  
• Tips for Designing and Running Your Own Group Coaching Programs
  
• Virtual Facilitation Basics - What do do, what to avoid and how to facilitate engagement with phone/virtual programs
• Marketing Your Group Coaching programs
  
• Exercises/Tools for Group Coaching (which you will experience and be able to facilitate yourself!)
• Group Coaching Skill Practice and Feedback

A significant focus of the two day program is on practice and feedback opportunities. Each coach is asked to bring a 20 minute group coaching process/exercise which they will run with the group.

The two day Group Coaching Essentials Intensive program includes:

• A copy of Jennifer's book Effective Group Coaching (Wiley, 2010)
• The Group Coaching Intensive Participants Manual (70 pages of content, templates, worksheets and resource lists)
  
• The Group Coaching Toolbox - A core selection of group coaching tools/resources in one box, which you will use time and time again!
• An individual pre-program call with Jenn
• A group follow up call one month after the Intensive to check in on your progress and successes.
• 15 hours of training in the area of group coaching
  
• Invitations to community calls for alumni of the Group Coaching Essentials program

For more information, download a 2 page brochure about the program here. Program size is capped at 10 coaches to ensure a small group environment and ample time for practice and feedback on your skills. Typical group size is in the range of 5 - 10 coaches.

Our next program will be held:
Friday/Saturday April 13-14, 2012 - Toronto
Hours: Saturday 8 am - 4 pm, Sunday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Venue: Contact us for more information on venue location and rates.
Note special pricing for coaches who register with a colleague (save $175 plus HST each off the regular pricing - not eligible for the early bird pricing)

Early Bird Pricing: $775 CDN (plus HST) = $875.75 CDN (on until end of January 2012).
Reserve your spot at the Early Bird Pricing using this link:

Regular Pricing: $950 CDN (plus HST) = $1073.50 CDN

Reserve your spot for the the April 2012 Group Coaching Intensive at Regular Pricing and register here using PayPal - total $1073.50:

If you register with another colleague, save $175 (plus HST) each off the regular pricing (total $875.75 each). Contact Jennifer directly for a special payment link.

2012 Dates:
April 13-14, 2012 (Friday/Saturday) - Toronto Area

An application will be submitted to the ICF to have this program accredited for Continuing Coach Education Hours. The program is offered twice a year in Toronto and can be offered in other locations for groups of coaches (minimum 8) who are interested in hosting this experiential program.

"I have been leading group coaching programs for more than three years now. Jennifer Britton’s Group Coaching Essentials program provided me with the knowledge, insights and tools to take my programs to an even higher level!I highly recommend this program to every coach has or wants to add group coaching as part of their offerings.

Ann Farrell, CPCC, PCC, Quantum Endeavors®, Inc., http://www.quantumendeavors.com/; http://www.yourcorporatesuccess.com/”

"Group Coaching Essentials is a wonderful laboratory for learning key concepts about adult learning, instructional design, group dynamics and more. Jennifer Britton's wonderfully organic facilitation style allows each session to be a flowing, dynamic group conversation that is rich in learning and personal insights! I recommend this program for anyone who wants to gain confidence, knowledge and resources in preparation for launching their own group coaching program"

Michelle Brown, CEC, IntuAction Coaching

Payment options include: Visa (By Phone), Business Cheque/Check and PayPal