About Us
We are Claire and Jana, coaches with a passion for Group Coaching. We are thrilled to be offering Group Coaching training programmes as we believe deeply in community, continuing development and the power of Group Coaching to make a difference in the world.
We model inclusivity throughout our work and our programmes by creating learning spaces which are open and holding and which allow people to be who they really are.
There’s no judgment here. We’re great believers in ‘who we are is how we coach’ and that when we bring together humans in all their diversity we create something powerful. The whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts.
JOIN THE FREE COMMUNITYWhy us
We are passionate, compassionate and advocates for the power of group coaching. We want to support coaches and facilitators to be their best selves and offer the best group coaching programmes they possibly can. We understand we are all always learning, and enjoy learning from our participants as well as sharing our wealth of knowledge and experience. Between us, we have a wealth of experience in group coaching, group facilitation, training, team development and coaching supervision. We are highly qualified coaches and subscribe to the Global Code of Ethics for coaches and mentors.
Our Way
We are both creative, intuitive and caring. We understand people have different learning styles and preferences, and lean towards doing things differently.
This is the only group coaching training programme offering practical chances to practice Group Coaching both in-person and virtually.
How We Work
On the one hand we have a strong structure so you experience a programme which is coherent and focused. On the other, we are skilled at working with you and what emerges each time we meet, enabling learning through flexibility, exploration and curiosity. We like to keep our group sizes small (a maximum of 12) to give maximum opportunity for sharing of ideas while at the same time providing meaningful support.
About Claire
Claire is a highly qualified and skilled executive coach, coach trainer, facilitator, teacher and coaching supervisor with many years’ experience as a leader within a range of values-led, complex organisations.
She is passionate about making a positive and sustainable difference for individuals, communities and organisations and believes in the power of the collective to deliver just that.
She enjoys being outdoors in nature (and coaches outside too) and is lucky enough to work from her shed in the garden.
Ethical practice is at the core of how Claire works. She is a member of the European Coaching and Mentoring Council (EMCC) and subscribes to EMCC’s Code of Ethics. She is a volunteer coach for Queen Bee Coaching and a practicing Street Wizard!
About Jana
Jana is a qualified Leadership Coach (ILM7) and team Facilitator. Since qualifying as a coach, Jana has developed a passion for Group Coaching. Jana is a sought-after Coach for both 1:1 and Group Coaching, particularly in the NHS and charity sectors, and runs The Group Coaching Community. Jana facilitates teams to be even better focused on communication, compassion, connection, and courage. Using community building, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, Coaching and coaching cultures, Effective and Inclusive Teamwork, Culture at work, Creativity and innovation, and Courageous Conversations. Jana has a particular interest in supporting female leaders and women back to work after maternity leave.
She centres her workshops, programmes and team development days on Creativity, Innovation, Fun and play, care & compassion. Participants are encouraged to step just enough outside of their comfort zone to engage in new ways of learning that can profoundly affect self-confidence, leadership skills, coaching, community of practice, networking, and resilience.
Jana has worked in public and private organisations, for example, with NHS Trusts, on Leadership courses, Clinical Research Networks, Museums and Galleries, Charities and in Community settings delivering highly regarded bespoke workshops and programmes.
Jana is described as warm, fun, non-judgmental, and flexible. Her values are Compassion, Connection, and Humour. She is also a mum to one small human and lives in South Manchester with a husband, dog, and about 375 houseplants!
About The Group Coaching Academy
Group Coaching is taking off...
BIG TIME
Across sectors the demand for high quality group coaching is growing and the impact appreciated in businesses, communities and organisations in all sectors, sizes and circumstances.
- Do you work with communities or charities and recognise that group coaching could unlock the potential of the groups you support?
- Are you a small business owner who wants to harness the power of community to connect with your ideal clients?
- Are you an organisational learning development practitioner and see how group coaching around common themes can foster innovation and provide a safe and creative space for ideas and people to really thrive?
- Are you looking for expert delivery of Group Coaching in your organisation?
Group coaching leverages the collective wisdom and support of the group to foster growth and development.
Groups are powerful, the impact of group coaching can be immense.
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The Power of Group Coaching
Not only does Group Coaching leverage the collective wisdom and support of the group to foster growth and development, it is also a sustainable and exciting business model for you and your clients.
FIND OUT MOREClare
"It was a wonderful experience, and I felt privileged to be a part of it. I didn't even really understand what group coaching really was before taking part, but Jana & Claire guided us through with energy and compassion, and the group felt like such a supportive and inspiring space to be!"
Laura
"Yes! I would absolutely recommend this programme. Claire & Jana are wonderful at making you feel totally comfortable and safe whilst gently pushing you out of your comfort zone to help move you in the right direction. I feel way more confident and inspired to fulfil my potential after this programme. Thank you!"
Deb
"This programme has helped me identify what I want my coaching work to be, and to have the confidence to keep my goal in sight. I would 100% recommend this programme. Jana & Claire are great facilitators; holding a safe and supportive space where vulnerabilities can be shared and worked through with honesty and compassion"
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A Coaching Community with a focus on Group Coaching Exploration.
Covering Group Coaching across a variety of industries.
The Group Coaching Academy is a space to:
- Connect with a supportive Group Coaching Community to share new techniques
- Top tips
- Coaching tools
- Be inspired
- Connect with other coaches
- Exchange ideas
- Explore new approaches to group coaching.
- Experience master classes
- Peer support and gain valuable insights from other coaches interested in Group Coaching.
We meet monthly for a Conversation that Matters, and more!
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