Leadership in coaching

1 September 2025

What does it take to unite a squad/team/group around a shared purpose?

Leadership isn’t a title or a role – it’s the ability to influence, inspire and guide others towards a shared goal or purpose. At its core, leadership is about people: understanding them, motivating them and bringing out the best in them.

In coaching, effective leadership drives progress. It turns ideas into action, builds trust and creates environments where people can flourish. Without strong leadership, even the most dedicated teams, clubs and groups can struggle.

Good leaders empower others instead of controlling them and model the values they expect from their teams. This course will help you develop the mindset and skills needed to become that kind of leader.

Course ambitions

The course aims to help learners to:

Understand what leadership is in practice.
Understand themselves and what matters.
Explore what unites people.
Identify and develop their own strengths.
Communicate effectively and motivate others.
Engage in sensitive, important or challenging conversations.

Who is this for?

This course is relevant for coaches at all levels, across all sports and domains. Whether you coach children, youth or adults, the course uses your own context to guide what is relevant and appropriate.

We welcome and encourage a diverse group of coaches, as different perspectives and experiences create a rich and productive learning environment.

Course structure

Duration: 6 months
Format: 10 x 90min online sessions, held every two weeks plus 2 x face-to-face, in-person sessions (dates to be confirmed)
Day / Time: Tuesday 10.00am – 11.30am or 6:00pm – 7:30pm (online sessions)
Dates: 20 January, 3 February, 17 February, 3 March, 17 March, 31 March, 14 April, 28 April, 12 May, 26 May, 9 June, 23 June

Session dates can be negotiated with the group to navigate commitments.

What to expect

Engaging discussions, inquiry-driven learning and reflective exercises during sessions.
A collaborative atmosphere where coaches are encouraged to share experiences and learn from one another.

Learner expectation

Learners will do their very best to commit to attending the full course.
In between sessions, learners will practically apply and experiment with what they have learnt in practice.
Open minded and willing to explore different ways of doing things.

Cost

The course is £100 per person.