Intro / Refresher to Coaching

Delivered by Lucy Holburn

Suitable for: Everyone - Designed specifically for those working or volunteering in community settings. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just getting started, this session will equip you with essential coaching techniques to empower others and foster growth within your community.

Through this interactive session, you'll gain a clear understanding of what coaching is—and isn’t. Learn to distinguish coaching from mentoring, counselling, and advising so you can apply the right approach in the right context. We’ll introduce you to the GROW model, a powerful framework for setting and achieving goals, and guide you through its practical application. But it’s not just about theory. This course provides the opportunity to practise your new skills in a supportive environment. Engage in real-life scenarios, receive constructive feedback, and build confidence in your ability to facilitate meaningful conversations. By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with practical tools and techniques that can be immediately applied in your community work, helping you to inspire and motivate others toward positive change. Don't miss this chance to enhance your impact—register today and start making a difference!

The objectives of this session are:

• Meet other people working and volunteering in Knowle West
• Understand the key principles of coaching
• Begin to develop key coaching skills
• Understand the GROW Coaching Model
• Be introduced to when and where to apply coaching skills
• Have a chance to practise

Topics covered during the session include: What is coaching? The GROW Coaching Model. Goal setting. Key coaching skills including listening, questioning, using silence and building rapport.

Refreshments provided. Free parking on-site.

Please arrive for a prompt 9.30am start & welcome, 9.45am-12.45pm facilitated session, 12:45-1.15pm feedback & networking.

Spaces are limited; if you can no longer attend please cancel on Eventbrite. This event is funded by Knowle West Alliance; continued provision of funded activities relies on good attendance.

Picture credit: Ibi Feher

Host or Publisher Knowle West Alliance