Participants' Feedback - London Spring 2009

"The gift I didn’t expect is the coaching I’ve received over the last 5 months – it’s helped me build a richer life for myself in many different ways. This is no ‘franchise’ of a development programme. It’s the real thing. It came highly recommended and I have no qualms recommending it to others. "
Alan HOCKING

"A programme for adults who want to be treated as adults … with a few twists thrown in for fun!!! Openness, honesty and authentic interaction with participants. Genuine interest in creating an environment for learning and growth. Can’t say enough to do them justice…or the programme."
Anna LAMBE

"I cannot imagine there is a better course available out there. Coaching would be so highly regarded if all coaches had to take this programme. "
Anny ALIPRANTI

"How lucky I have been to be able to come on the programme with such great trainers, an available mentor team and to be part of such a special group of people. I feel fortunate and privileged."
Barbara J. BABCOCK

"This programme is extra-ordinary, in the true sense of the word. Phil and Colin will stay with me forever – I’ve never before seen such mastery in design, delivery and facilitation and I have some new definitions of excellence as a result."
Cathy DEAN

"An extraordinary, powerful and rich experience, wonderful, amazing, challenging, exciting and satisfying: never a dull moment. As well as the knowledge skills and experience, which they have in abundance, there is authenticity. These guys don’t just talk the talk, they walk the walk. "
Grant MURRAY

"...this is not just a toolkit, but (has) completely changed my philosophy, my DNA as a coach …. And I now happen to be ICF trained. Thank you doesn’t seem to be enough some how."
Hilary DUNSTAN

"This has been the most powerful learning experience I’ve experienced. Truly transformational for myself and, in my opinion, everyone on the programme. "
Hilary EARLE

"A safe, solid and clean, guided opportunity for me to look into my head and my heart, decide what I wanted to keep, leave behind, and bring in – both as a coach and in my wider life. Incredible value for money:- I am now a coach; I have received a huge amount of powerful coaching; I have made connections that further my existing purpose and become clearer about what that is."
Jacqueline HILL

"The range and balance of training techniques used is excellent – this is demonstrably a 20-day training programme as opposed to a 5x4 day series of trainings. The length of the programme is used to great effect to allow experiential learning to flourish. Overall, a first-class programme delivered by experienced practitioners who exude professional pride in their field. "
James GARRETT

"The feedback from Phil and Colin on a 1:1 basis was very powerful – I always felt that both Phil and Colin had the skills, interest and care for all to help us all of the time. Both provided inspiration and warmth in different ways – a great ‘double act’. "
Jane QUICK

"Transformational. Over five months I’ve been on both a professional and personal journey. I’d anticipated the former, not the latter, but both have been rich in self-awareness, learning and development. The programme has offered me knowledge and the space in which to grow. I began the course saying that I’d never coached before and wasn’t sure if it was what I wanted to do – I was too afraid of failure to admit openly that it was. I now leave saying I am a coach. "

Jane ROBINSON

"What I appreciate most however, is the sheer professional expertise and competence you bring to each session, with humour but with a strong belief in what you do and the competence in what you do. It gives those ‘being taught’ confidence …and invited us in to share your journey to Masterful Coaching. Who knows…."
Jessica S.

"...the way we have learnt has been revolutionary for me – it has been such a free, adult, safe, creative, powerful and empowering way to learn. I felt like I have learnt an immense amount not just about coaching, and how to coach, but also about myself and life/people/the world! Phil and Colin have been inspirational trainers. They have modelled exemplary coaching behaviours to us. They have been incredibly supportive and respectful, whilst also giving us our own space to learn. I have never had experience of ‘being trained’ in this way before – it has opened my eyes to a new way of learning and being. Thank you"

Kimberley RAYMAN

"If I had to use only two words I would say: pure excellence. This is the first time (that) I’ve experienced this type of learning. I wish I was taught this way all my life. I would have been a completely different person now. Thank you for sharing another way to all of us. The ultimate way for learning. I love your approach: open, honest, straight forward, and at the same time professional. "
Marcin GORSKI

"The Certificate in Coaching programme has been the most powerful experiential learning model of my life....this course pushed me out of my comfort zone completely. Phil and Colin have different personalities, traits and ways of being, yet together form a potent partnership. I have massive respect for both these trainers "
Paula MILLIGAN

"Overall, the best training programme I have ever attended. Efficient use of time, well-prioritised, respectful of boundaries. The course has been a powerful combination of learning and self-discovery. Colin and Phil were a wonderful team. They complement each other well, and provide striking contrast and examples of two vastly different, yet equally effective coaching styles. "
Ron GORLICK

"An incredible learning experience – a personal and professional journey of such depth that it can and does permanently alter your perspective on life. It is a smooth journey from absolute beginner to competent and trained coach that has an almost ‘magical’ quality to it. I cannot speak more highly of the course – in 20 years of personal development, I cannot think of a course that has left me so well prepared for what is to come in life. Both Colin and Philip are the epitome of excellent coaches AND excellent trainers. They are inspirational to watch and learn from, and yet maintain an air of humility about their own continuous learning that is so refreshing. They have designed and delivered a course that is subtle in its approach and yet rock solid in its impact. No one is perfect in life, but in their way of teaching and guiding learners, Philip and Colin come very high up towards that accolade."

Steve BULEY

"A really invigorating and liberating experience. The unique approach to the learning took me outside of my comfort zone, and I wouldn’t have missed it for the world! The unique chemistry between Colin and Phil made each of the twenty days fascinating and exhilarating. The ‘wow’ factor experienced on module 1 was sustained throughout."
Trevor GIBSON

"Life changing on 2 levels: 1) Utterly practical in that it has given me all the tools to start a new career. 2) Emotionally transforming and empowering, so I have the inner strength to start my new career and tackle any other challenges I want as well"
Zoë CREIGHTON

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