We are Claire and Jana, coaches with a passion for Group Coaching. We are thrilled to have developed Group Coaching training programmes that offer hands-on experience of group coaching, as well as theory and tools. We believe in practical and human application of learning and believe deeply in community, continuing development and the power of Group Coaching to make a difference in the world.
At The Group Coaching Academy, we see group coaching as a relationally rich, inclusive space, one that draws on diversity of experience rather than alignment of roles. The challenge lies in balancing individual development with the collective process, creating a psychologically safe environment where participants, often strangers to one another, can learn from the group’s collective intelligence.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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