Optimus coach Academy Reviews 215

I had an incredible experience doing my professional coach diploma with Optimus. I learnt SO much about how to coach ethically and impactfully using the ICF framework. It covers SO much more than just the basics of coaching. Each session is fascinating, enjoyable with lots of discussion and observed practice each week.
 
The trainers (absolute rockstars) were so knowledgeable and supportive! Their invaluable feedback helped me develop into a confident, capable coach.

The sense of community that Optimus promotes is another wonderful thing about Optimus. I have made lasting friendships with my cohort (and beyond) and have connected with so many people. Even after graduating, I still regularly practice with the peer partner I was assigned because we enjoy and benefit so much from it.

I was pregnant when I started, and Ruth and the team were flexible and understanding around me needing to take time out to have a baby. I couldn't be more grateful for that!

I would 200% recommend Optimus to anyone who wants to get a complete and immersive coach training experience. Having the ICF stamp of approval is a huge bonus too. 😍

I am so glad I trained with Optimus. For one thing, the training provided a variety of different coaching approaches, and I really appreciated the emphasis on regular coaching practice with feedback from experienced coaches and mentors. Since qualifying, this has really set me up to confidently develop my own coaching style. I now feel I can adapt to each client based on their individual needs and what is appropriate for them. Ethical practice was emphasised throughout with a focus on the benefits of CPD and reflective practice. Trainers were all very experienced coaches and I felt I benefited from their support and mentorship for the duration of the training. This all supported me to feel very well prepared for coaching my first clients. Not only that, but the ongoing support is incredible, with regular sessions and connection with other coaches through the amazing Alumni group. It is an excellent course, from which I have reaped the benefits personally and professionally, and I regularly recommend it when I am asked where I trained.

I stumbled upon one of the free workshops by Optimus accidentally and I knew instantly I wanted to learn more. I then spent sometime researching Optimus and other coaching academies and found they offered what others don’t. Fast forward two years later and I’ve now graduated from Optimus with a Professional Coach Diploma and so pleased to say it was the best course investment I have ever made. From pricing to course content and support, Optimus offers something very unique (plenty of examples on here on Trust Pilot).

The emphasis on positive psychology, psychodynamics, and neuroscience adds a distinctive and insightful dimension to the entire course content.

Post-graduating, Ruth Kudzi's generosity with support for the Alumni community is incredible!

Optimus - I can’t sing your praises enough amongst my network. I’m forever grateful for the invaluable experience provided by all the trainers at Optimus including those behind the scenes making things happen.

I completed the ACC Diploma in September 2023 and have nothing but praise for Optimus Coach Academy. The trainers, course content, mentoring and wrap-around support, including Alumni support, is incredible!

I have coached in my career for many years, but was keen to consolidate my skills and practise with a qualification and ICF accreditation. I spent some time reviewing various coaching courses and providers, but was finding it difficult to know which to go for, because there are so many options out there. However, a chance conversation with a well-respected coaching acquaintance led me to focus my research on Optimus. I pursued their website, looked at their social media platforms and - crucially - attended some of the free workshops they offer in their 'workshop weeks', to gain a real sense of what the course content would be like.

Almost instantly, I just knew (and felt) that Optimus was the right choice for me. Ruth facilitated the workshops I attended, and I found her to be warm and knowledgeable, but in a super accessible and down-to-earth way. I especially loved the positive psychology focus and found the neuroscience elements fascinating. For me, another big advantage to studying with Optimus was the direct route to accreditation: all the training hours and mentoring requirements are covered within the diploma. As accreditation was a goal of mine, it was good to know that this process would be simplified by studying with Optimus. I was sold!

The course itself was brilliant! I thoroughly enjoyed my Wednesday morning training sessions; the cohort was small, and I genuinely haven't enjoyed learning this much for years! The course content was interesting, and practical, and delivered by ICF-accredited trainers who are very experienced and approachable. I can't praise them enough.

At the beginning of my Optimus journey, I expected to feel more confident and skilled as a coach, upon completion of the diploma. What I didn't anticipate was the profound effect this experience would have on me as an individual; the level of self-awareness I would gain and how better-equipped I would become at self-coaching. I have found the whole experience inspirational, and it has changed me, and my life!

I achieved my ACC credential (accreditation) last week. This wouldn't have happened without the support from Optimus, this includes their Alumni support, which is off the scale! My own Optimus-trained coach was also instrumental in this, which further demonstrates how powerful, and empowering, professional coaching is.

Ruth and the team are true professionals. I think what makes Optimus stand out is the quality of the instructors, their experience and level of qualification. It’s a first rate service that is slick, but not flashy.

The other thing is that with the Level 2 Diploma, everything you need for PCC is included - training time, mentoring, assessments. You just need to build the hours.

Optimus Coach Academy was recommended to me by an experienced coach I really trust. I did the Professional Diploma. All the trainers are fantastic! They are professional coaches too so they bring a whole range of experience and knowledge to the training. The training content is well-paced and there is a great balance of learning and practice. The regular observations and feedback helped me build my confidence quickly and start my coaching business. The cherry on the cake was the level of support and friendship that developed between the cohort. Highly recommend!

What have I enjoyed the most? :
- group reflection time and coaching sessions;
- well-organized program with a bunch of helpful information for the future steps as well;
- amazing mentors!!! Best ever!!! can’t imagine this journey with other people! they are just simply the best!
- variety of opportunities to take the course;
- given materials;
- the experience in general.

Being new to coaching, I extensively researched to find the best course and training facility to obtain my professional coaching diploma. Optimus consistently emerged as a top recommendation, and it lived up to its reputation! Not only did I undergo an incredible coach training program this year, but I also embarked on a journey of self-awareness that led to unexpected yet profoundly impactful personal development.

The courses are meticulously structured, providing ample time each week to work through the learning materials and theory, followed by coaching practice. Initially uncomfortable for me, the practice piece proved vital to the learning process, and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way!

Optimus goes beyond the diploma, providing learners with access to additional training materials, in-person and online events, and a supportive coaching community for ongoing learning and development. Making new friends and feeling part of this community was an unexpected bonus, and I consider myself fortunate to have discovered Optimus.

A heartfelt thanks to the amazing facilitators, who are not only incredibly knowledgeable but also inspiring. I was able to place complete trust in them to guide me on my learning journey. Additionally, the support team works tirelessly in the background, keeping us informed, addressing queries, and ensuring continuous improvement in the service delivered to those in the coach training programs.

Optimus Coach Academy come highly recommend and I have experienced exactly why!

When I signed up to the Diploma course I thought I was simply going to learn what I needed to start a new career as a coach. It's gone beyond career change, it's transformed me and the way I approach life. Life feels so much more enjoyable now - essentially because how I interact with the world around me has changed through shifts I've made in my brain.

These past 12 months have been life changing. Genuinely!

To list just a few positive changes:
- improved relationships with my family
- built new friendships that support who I am today
- moved away from People-pleasing tendencies
- established healthy boundaries with people
- more able to handle difficult conversations
- better manage stress and well-being
- finding more joy in day to day life

Even my friends and family have told me they've noticed a change in my energy and happiness.

I'm glad I took my time in finding the right training provider for me. The course content and the delivery from the trainers was excellent. Plus there has been additional support such Business workshop days(online) and in-person events. Optimus have created a fantastic community of Coaches with opportunities to continue learning and growing. It's great to continue to be part of that community even after training has completed.

I have recently completed my Coaching Supervision Diploma with Optimus coach Academy which has been a truly fun, thought provoking and wonderful experience. Expert teaching, a fabulous cohort and great support. So pleased to now be able to call myself a qualified Supervisor and know that I have Optimus' continued unrivaled support. Thank you Optimus

Optimus was the coach training provider of choice for me. Having attended open weekends etc with other providers, Optimus style, ethos and approach to coaching resonated with me. The trainers and the quality of training was excellent.

I trained with Optimus for my coaching diploma and toward my ICF ACC accreditation and found the training thorough and professional, with a strong focus on ICF competencies and ethics of coaching throughout the course.

A good blend of teaching sessions and peer coaching and a super group of tutors experienced in their field.

I appreciated the honest and down to earth approach to learning - the team were really responsive and helpful at all times.

Training with Optimus has truly been nothing less than life changing! From the first class training, to above any beyond attitude of everyone at Optimus, Ruth Kudzi and her amazing team have delivered way above expectation time an time again.

Not only have I been guided step by step to an amazing new skill (professional coaching Diploma) but Optimus offers support on all other aspects of being a coach and running a coaching business. PLUS the entire process has helped me grow no end as a person too!

I was supported before starting the course and support has continued after too. You honestly feel valued throughout the entire process and way beyond, feeling part of a caring supportive community.

I trained to be a coach with Optimus in September 2021 and I thorougly recommend it. The syllabus is wide, the trainers are wonderful and the whole course is designed to support you in every step of your journey to becoming ICF-accredited. The after-care for alumni is incredible and the community strong.

Before I started training with Optimus I was enrolled in a CCE points programme only. Ruth from Optimus was so helpful and gave me the best advice to wrap up my coach education with the Associate Coach Diploma in order to achieve my ICF accreditation asap. Despite having had quite a bit of coaching experience already, training with Optimus really was the missing piece to excellence and professionalism. The team from Optimus is absolutely fabulous, they are amazing coaches and mentors that I learned so much from. The training modules are full of valuable content and the weekly classes have been fun and engaging. What served me most was the really clear feedback on my coaching style, I learned exactly where I had to improve and it prepared me perfectly for the final ICF assessment. I highly recommend Optimus Coach Academy to anyone who wants to be trained professionally and stay part of an amazing and supportive community if like minded coaches. Thanks for everything!

Training with Optimus Coach Academy has quite literally been life changing and I wanted to recognise this and express my deepest gratitude to Ruth and the entire team.

I did a LOT of research into evidence based ICF recognised training providers and my only regret is not jumping in with Optimus sooner!

The value, impact, calibre and quality of everything provided through the Professional Diploma program has been utterly phenomenal.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you!

I joined Optimus coach Academy in September 2022 after listening to Ruth kudzi podcasts series on her website.

After 8 months of intense training with 175 training hours attended, more than 100 hours of individual and peer coaching, individual and group mentoring sessions, I can confidently say that the training lived up to its promises.

The flexible training schedule outside of working hours allowed me to attend all training and mentoring sessions. The training sessions were interactive and insightful, facilitated by experienced and certified coach trainers.

Coaching Business mentoring sessions were also made available for all participants on a regular basis during the training period. I was able to access the e-learning platform for training session recordings, course content and best coaching practices.

The course content was rich and comprehensive with professional ethics, normative coaching models and evidence based advanced coaching models.

During the training, I was able to share my concerns and successes with my peer coaches and mentors in individual and group mentoring sessions. These interactions were also strengthened through our Facebook coaching community. These interactions will continue after the training through the Alumni Facebook community, various events and coaching supervision.

The optimus coach Academy administrative staff was very prompt in answering my administrative requests.The installment payment option available meant that I could spread the cost of my training over the duration of the course.

On a personal level, it has been a transformational experience because during the training, I was coached at least twice a week for a period of 8 months. I have explored so much during my time at Optimus with new insights about several aspects of my life and well-being. I have built solid coaching competences and developed a strong coaching mindset.

Optimus has equipped me to support my clients in achieving their full potential. I will be forever grateful for this transformational experience. I am currently the first certified coach in my country. Thank you to Optimus Coach Academy that I fully recommend for executive coaching, coach training and coach supervision

I really enjoyed my professional coaching certificate with Optimus. Over 9 months we learned various models and tools to prepare fully as coaches. Having this variety was really important to me as I take the elements that suit me to build my own coaching style.

The staff at Optimus were always really helpful and supportive and every session is hosted by someone with real coaching experience happy to answer questions or guidance.

I looked around for a while for a coaching provider but was recommended Optimus by a friend. I'm very happy I made that decision and would fully reccomend to anyone wanting to get a full, well rounded view of coaching.

I had a fantastic experience training with Optimus. I loved having a range of very highly qualified and experienced coaches delivering the training. The breadth of subjects that we covered was wide, as well as the depth of time to explore each was great. I felt completely supported and encouraged the whole way along, and really appreciated all the extra opportunities for group mentoring, individual mentoring as well as all the practical peer coaching experience. I feel like this all contributed to me really feeling very confident in coaching now, having started the course as completely new to coaching. That's not to mention all the amazing opportunities and support in terms of running a successful coaching business - business mentoring, marketing mentoring, business days with loads of different speakers, it was all phenomenal. And I felt I was in really expert, safe and professional hands the whole way through my experience from beginning to end. I would certainly recommend Optimus to anyone considering coach training!

The training I received at Optimus Coach Academy was first rate. I appreciated the transparency, skill and dedication of all the tutors, each of whom was approachable and considerate; always, you felt you were in competent hands. Well prepared and interactive lectures, study guides that distilled best knowledge into easy to digest essentials and pointed the way to the best sources for further study, lots of bonus materials, and most importantly they showed personal interest and care. Attitudes cascade from the top, and this culture is actively cultivated by Ruth Kudzi. It was highly professional with a strong desire to do it to the best of their ability, teach the ICF standards, and get it right to help students and their future clients. I respect their approach. I’m relieved and very glad I chose this superb academy for my PCC qualification.