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Are you ready to expand your horizons and immerse yourself in nature, in the pursuit of exceptional professional development?
Back by popular demand our Advanced Coaching Retreat on the Nakasendo Trail Japan, returns for 2025.
Undertaken in luxurious retreat environments on the Nakasendo trail this workshop explores the impact of environment, body intelligence, mindfulness and cultural influences in a whole-person approach to coaching.
THE PROGRAM
Program details will be released shortly.
THE RETREAT EXPERIENCE
Pre-retreat (Optional): Meet in Kyoto and enjoy dinner together in preparation for departing for the trail the next morning.
Day 1: Meet 9am, to commence our travel by JR to the entry point of the Nakasendo trail. Engage in powerful coaching reflections as we explore the post towns of Magome.
Day 2: Explore the post towns of Magome and engage in deep learning.
Day 3: Walkers – this is your chance to wander the Nakasendo trail, weaving through ancient forests, and by breath-taking waterfalls, as nature speaks to you.
Day 4: Immerse yourself in deep dialogue and the warm onsen baths at our spectacular accommodation (my favourite place in the world to dream).
Day 5: After breakfast served over smoking coals, its time to Integrate your learnings and experiences as you return to Kyoto or travel onward to Tokyo.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
A dynamic advanced coaching program – integrating learning with the mindful experience of daily life.
A five day and four-night excursion into the beauty and history of Japan
Four nights accommodation*, two meals per day (breakfast only on Day 5).
*Accommodation is twin share, single rooms may be available on request but will incur additional charges
*Airfares and rail travel are not included, however we can assist you to obtain a discounted JR Rail Pass
Are you ready to expand your horizons and immerse yourself in nature, in the pursuit of exceptional professional development?
You can start Module 101 —Coaching with the E1ME2RGE3 model with no experience.
Yes—experienced coaches are welcome at GCI, and benefit from the emphasis on process-oriented coaching, which is at the forefront of global coaching. Module 102 and Module 103 are particularly well-suited to experienced coaches.
Our Accreditation Page https://www.globalcoachinginstitute.org/accreditation outlines how our programs prepare you for accreditation with the ICF. To understand the International Coach Federation requirements for accreditation visit: https://coachfederation.org/icf-credential
Yes, you can apply for RPL, details of our Transfer of Credits policy can be found here
No. About 80% of our students complete the full GCI Process Oriented Executive and Systems Coaching Program in one year, while others take time to integrate their learning.
Yes we do offer structured payment plans to make coach training accessible to you.
Our emphasis on supervised coaching practice and individualised feedback, means you will develop refined coaching skills that differentiate you in the marketplace.
Each student comes in with unique aspirations – which we cultivate. Our clients work primarily as organisational, relationship, health and life coaches. They apply their coaching skills in their current or newly negotiated roles, or as independent coaches and consultants. Many launch bespoke coaching businesses on completion of their studies.
We strongly believe in developing you as a powerful instrument of change. Skilled coaches bring high levels of self-awareness, psychological and systemic insight.
Our program pays unique attention to the structural and social power differences influencing the coaching relationship, enabling you to coach diverse clients with sensitivity.
We stand behind each of our students, understanding your aspirations and helping you to discover your own deepest path to personal development and professional success.
You will join a community of students and graduates from around the globe, bringing diverse organisational perspectives and powerful social insights, that literally expand your horizons.
Our graduates are encouraged to form peer coaching relationships, bringing together international business knowledge, social activism and profound cultural wealth.
Our programs build strong coaching communities, Many of our graduates continue to meet in peer learning groups for years to come. Our online resources are a great resource … and of course there are our advanced programs.
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