Whether you’re new to coaching, returning after a break, or looking to stretch into new approaches, these sessions offer a regular opportunity to hone your skills alongside supportive peers.
“I was nervous before joining my first session, but immediately felt at ease. Natalie created a really safe and supportive space to practise, and I quickly felt comfortable with the other coaches in my trio. I left feeling energised and more confident, and will definitely be joining again.”
Sharon, Coaching Practice Pod Participant
What are Coaching Practice Pods?
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If you’re thinking about supervision, ICF Mentor Coaching, or more focused 1:1 support, you can explore other ways to work together here.
Hi, I’m Natalie – a coach, coach trainer and supervisor.
I came to coaching in 2020 after 12+ years in social impact roles, where I saw the huge value of offering others dedicated space to reflect and talk things through.
As a coach, I’ve found there are endless tempting opportunities to do more training – but that’s not always what we most need to grow. I’m especially interested in how coaches develop beyond training.
I started these Pods based on my own experiences of both being in and leading training – seeing and experiencing for myself how valuable it is to witness others’ coaching and gain feedback from trusted peers – it not only strengthens our coaching, it can also help reduce the isolation that many coaches feel. And I’m always hearing the same from participants in the Pods. If you’re curious to give it a go, I’d love to see you at a session!
I trained with the MOE Foundation (where I now also lead training), before completing a PCC-level Diploma in Professional Coaching with Optimus Coaching Academy. I’m accredited with the ICF, and an ILM-certified Coach Supervisor.
Alongside the Pods, I also offer supervision, ICF Mentor Coaching, and support to gain accreditation.
If you’re not sure what’s next for your coaching or coach development, A Coach Development Conversation can be a helpful place to start.
These sessions are for coaches who want a steady space to build their coaching skills and confidence. They’re for coaches who value feedback, self-reflection, and learning from peers.
Participants say they are especially useful for coaches who are:
In the context of these sessions, coaching is about guiding or partnering with clients in working towards what they want to achieve. If you’ve trained in line with the principles of the ICF, EMCC or Association for Coaching, your understanding of the role of a coach will be aligned with the approach of these sessions.
Most coaches join the sessions from the UK, Europe and the USA, but coaches anywhere in the world are welcome.
If you’re not sure if these sessions are right for you, feel free to get in touch to find out more hello@natalietucker.co
Sessions follow a similar structure, roughly as follows:
All participants are asked to commit to the group contract, which will be shared in advance, including respecting the confidentiality of breakout conversations.
Clear guidance will be provided for the structure and timings of coaching in breakouts, and for offering feedback that is sensitive and useful.
Natalie will be available after the session ends for anyone who needs to debrief anything from the session.
Groups tend to be small and supportive, with coaches from a range of coaching schools and at different stages of their coaching journeys. Many coaches find themselves practicing with people they are meeting for the first time.
Coaching Practice Pods are offered on a pay-what-you-can basis. This helps cover the time and costs involved in designing and facilitating the sessions, while keeping them accessible to coaches who are newer or working in high-impact low-pay contexts.
If you’re not sure what to contribute, here’s a rough guide:
Standard (recommended) – for participants who are able to pay a fair contribution for the session: £20
Accessible – for coaches who have limited disposable income: £5-15
Supporter – for people who are financially comfortable and wish to support the ongoing accessibility and development of the Pods: £30+
Everyone’s circumstances are different and money shouldn’t be a barrier to your professional growth.
All contributions are gratefully received and help make the Pods possible – thank you!
While these sessions are not accredited, most coaching bodies accept a wide range of learning and development activities, from formal training to more informal reflective practice.
If you can describe how these sessions contributed to your development as a coach, you should be able to count them as CPD. You are free to submit session resources as evidence of how we used the time, and I’m happy to confirm your participation if required.
I can’t make any guarantees regarding CPD. If you’re unsure about whether you can count these sessions, please ask the relevant coaching body directly.
You may find the information at the following links useful:
You may count the time you spend coaching in sessions (20 minutes per session) as paid coaching time towards coaching accreditation – so long as you are not already counting the session as CPD.
All our sessions follow the same format as described above, starting with an introduction for the whole group.
You’ll receive a session guide in advance, with the agenda, code of practice and tips for getting the best out of the session.
It’s usually a small, friendly group and most people there are also meeting people for the first time too. Breakouts typically include a mix of new joiners and regular participants who are more familiar with the format.
Many previous participants have told me they felt nervous about joining, but that they found the group really welcoming and supportive and gained so much from the practice and feedback.
If you have any questions or requests to support your participation, please feel free to email me at hello@natalietucker.co.
If you have other questions or comments, please email me at hello@natalietucker.co
