$2,700 | Next cohort starts April 2025
Group coaching represents a distinct and powerful approach to facilitating deep reflection, learning, and meaningful change in groups. However, effective coaching in a group setting requires knowledge and skills that transcend those used in one-on-one coaching.
Group Coaching Foundations is the only program of its kind, drawing from over 15 years of practical experience and the doctoral research of Erek Ostrowski, a leading authority in the field. This ICF-accredited, research-informed program is designed to equip experienced coaches with the conceptual frameworks and applied techniques necessary for guiding dynamic and effective group coaching experiences.
This course is designed for experienced coaches who seek to expand their coaching repertoire, broaden their impact, and cultivate the skills necessary to lead sophisticated, high-value coaching groups.
WHO SHOULD ENROLL?
Professional Coaches (ICF-credentialed or equivalent) looking to expand into group coaching.
Executive & Leadership Coaches working with cross-functional groups, cohorts, or leadership development programs.
HR & Learning Professionals integrating group coaching into corporate training, talent development, or organizational change initiatives.
Experienced coaches seeking a deeper, coaching-based approach to leading group conversations.
Not sure if this program is the right fit? Let’s chat! A brief participant interview is required before registration to ensure alignment with your goals.
WHY CHOOSE GROUP COACHING FOUNDATIONS?
A Research-Informed, Practice-Driven Approach
This course is grounded in doctoral-level research and over 15 years of applied group coaching experience, offering a synthesis of theory and practice.
The curriculum is aligned with evidence-based methodologies, incorporating theories of adult learning, group dynamics, and coaching psychology.
Designed and facilitated by Erek J. Ostrowski, PhD, a recognized thought leader in group coaching, this program integrates academic rigor with practical, real-world application to ensure you walk away with actionable, high-impact skills.
The course moves beyond general coaching strategies, providing depth in group process facilitation and advanced coaching interventions.
Expand Your Impact: Coaching Beyond the One-on-One Model
Traditional coaching is transformational, but its impact is inherently constrained by time and scalability. Group coaching presents an opportunity to extend the reach of coaching practice, allowing coaches to facilitate growth and transformation for multiple individuals simultaneously. By leveraging the collective intelligence of a group, coaching in this setting fosters deeper learning, collaboration, and mutual accountability. Participants in a group coaching environment do not solely rely on the coach’s insights but also benefit from the diverse perspectives and experiences of their peers. The exchange of ideas and reflections within a structured group setting enhances learning and fosters a sense of community.
Integrating group coaching into an established practice enables coaches to scale their work without diminishing depth or effectiveness. This approach broadens a coach’s professional reach, allowing for the development of new revenue streams and service offerings while maintaining the core principles of meaningful, individualized development. By designing and leading well-structured group coaching engagements, practitioners can create sustainable, high-impact programs that serve a wider audience while preserving the quality of personal and professional growth.
Developing Specialized Skills and Capabilities
Group coaching requires expertise in cultivating psychological safety, forming and managing groups over time, leading and supporting collaborative dialogue, and navigating complex interpersonal processes.
This program enables coaches to skillfully balance structure with adaptability, ensuring that group sessions remain both productive and responsive.
Participants will learn to navigate challenges such as group conflict, participation imbalances, and power dynamics while fostering an inclusive and equitable coaching space.
Discovering Group Work
Effective group coaching demands more than simply applying individual coaching techniques in a group setting. A skilled group coach must first establish trust and psychological safety to foster an environment where participants feel secure enough to engage in open and meaningful dialogue. Managing group energy and cohesion is essential to maintaining engagement, ensuring that discussions remain productive and that all members contribute to and benefit from the coaching process. In addition, successful facilitation requires the ability to guide emergent insights while preserving the session’s flow and structure, allowing learning to unfold naturally without losing direction. Lastly, leveraging the collective intelligence of the group deepens the learning experience, creating opportunities for participants to gain insights not only from the coach but also from their peers. These interconnected elements transform group coaching into a dynamic, interactive, and profoundly impactful process.
ICF Accreditation & Professional Development
This program is ICF-accredited, providing 18 Continuing Coach Education (CCE) units:
13 Core Competency hours
5 Resource Development hours
The training serves as a pathway for enhancing coaching credibility and ensuring alignment with the highest professional standards.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Curriculum Overview
This interactive, cohort-based program is designed to integrate theory, experiential practice, and structured feedback, ensuring practical application from the outset.
Live, virtual training sessions: 18 synchronous hours over three months, emphasizing hands-on practice.
Independent study: 8+ hours of curated readings, reflective exercises, and guided discussions.
Practice-based methodology: Participants will engage in live coaching sessions, gaining experience in both coaching and participant roles.
Facilitator feedback: Real-time, constructive insights to refine facilitation strategies and enhance effectiveness.
Cohort-Based Learning Environment
To maximize engagement and personalized learning, class sizes are limited to 5-8 participants.
The small-group model mirrors real-world coaching settings, fostering deep professional relationships and a supportive learning community.
Course Schedule & Structure
Start Date: April 2025
Live Sessions: Wednesdays, 1-3 pm ET
April 16, 30
May 7, 14, 21
June 4, 11, 18, 25
July 2 (reserved as a backup session in case of cancellations due to illness, emergency, or scheduling conflicts.)
Investment: $2,700
Includes all live instruction, coaching practice, and facilitator/peer feedback.
Flexible payment options available upon request.
Fully Virtual Learning Experience
Participate from anywhere in the world!
Sessions are live and interactive, designed to maximize engagement, connection, and real-world application.
PARTICIPANT TESTIMONIALS
“This course was exactly what I needed to integrate group coaching into my practice. The balance of theory and applied learning was ideal, and the small-group format allowed for deep engagement and meaningful feedback.”
“Erek has an exceptional ability to synthesize research and practical application, making complex concepts accessible while modeling best practices in facilitation. The learning environment was both challenging and supportive, allowing for significant growth.”
“Having the opportunity to both coach and be coached in a group setting was invaluable. Erek’s depth of knowledge, facilitation style, and ability to cultivate trust within the group made this an outstanding learning experience.”
“I explored multiple group coaching programs and am very glad I chose this one. The emphasis on both conceptual depth and hands-on experience provided the comprehensive preparation I was seeking.”
TAKE THE NEXT STEP:
Group coaching is an increasingly sought-after modality, offering an effective means of scaling impact and fostering collective transformation.
If you aim to expand your coaching practice and repertoire, broaden your impact, and cultivate the skills necessary to coach sophisticated, high-value coaching groups, this program provides the essential foundation.
Enrollment is limited to maintain an intensive and interactive learning experience.
Elevate your coaching skills. Expand your repertoire. Future-proof your practice.
Questions? Contact us.