Emma Baruah
Coaching Contracts & Events Manager
Get To Know Barefoot Coaching
We set the standards for world-class coach education & transformational results.
Whether you’re becoming a coach, focusing on workplace coaching, enhancing your existing coach development or seeking personal development, we’re here to guide you.
95%
Of attendees recommend Barefoot to a friend or colleague.
170+
Organisations have benefited from Barefoot coaching and leadership development.
6000+
Coaches have trained with Barefoot, with over 1,000 progressing to postgraduate qualifications
A Pioneering History In Coaching
Founded by Kim Morgan MCC, a UK executive coaching pioneer, Barefoot Coaching has been at the industry forefront for over 30 years.
We established the standards for ICF and University approved coach education in the UK. Our heritage is built on the belief that coaching should be rigorous ethical and transformative ensuring maximum impact for our clients.
The name “Barefoot” reflects our philosophy, inspired by Nadine Stair’s poem: “If I had my life to live over, I’d dare to make more mistakes next time. I would start barefoot earlier in the spring and would stay that way later in the fall…”
Some of the organisations we are proud to have worked with
Our Values
We deliver world-class training and coaching to organisations and individuals guided by our six core values which define how we work and who we are.
Making The World A Brighter Place Through Exceptional Coaching
Pioneers Of Coaching To The Highest Industry Standards
Experienced Industry Innovators
Compassionate Truth Tellers
Inspiring Personal Growth
A Community Of Continuous Learners
Distillers Of Knowledge
Building Relationships Of Trust & Respect
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Chris Goldson
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Barefoot more than lived up to its fantastic reputation when I experienced the course. My 5 months with them was one of the most significant and meaningful things I have done in my career of over 30 years. Solid and well planned content, exceptional tutors, and the chance to grow and learn alongside my wonderful cohort of fellow Barefooters. I’ve been able to bring valuable new skills to my business. Thank you!
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Carolyn Deveney
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I knew as soon as I found Barefoot that it was the organisation for me to train with. They share my values and ethos. They did not disappoint! The course was one of the most positive experiences of my life. The tutors, the integrity and care woven through like a golden thread, the approach, methods and thoroughness, amount of practice time, the cohort – all perfect. I left feeling well equipped to go out into the world to coach with a great range of tools and techniques under my belt, and a desire to develop more of my own. I have built lasting connections and relationships with some wonderful people. I enrolled on the post-grad certificate to further develop and fine tune my skills. I cannot recommend Barefoot enough. Thank you!
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Alison B
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have just found my ‘Barefoot Coaching’ coaching cards from 2012, they are so valuable even after 9 years!
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Duncan S
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An amazing 12 days with the Barefoot Team working on Personal and Business Coaching. The tutors are incredibly knowledgeable, the theory wide-ranging and the practical sessions varied and valuable. I’d recommend this course and the Barefoot Team to anyone.
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Sandra Whiles
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I chose Barefoot to consolidate my training as a coach in 2016. Everyone I spoke to beforehand about coach training providers said that Barefoot was the only choice – and they were so right Great tutors and course materials. Brilliant challenge and support. Excellent venues. You are made to feel part of Barefoot from day one . Lots of folk have said it, but life changing is the only way I can describe my experiences with Barefoot.
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Andy Follows
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently completed the taught modules of the Postgraduate Certificate in Business and Personal Coaching with Barefoot. I wanted to be exposed to a broad range of coaching ideas, to have plenty of time to practice coaching and receive feedback and to meet like minded people who shared my passion. I was not disappointed. I loved every minute of the modules and was sad when the programme finally came to an end. Our cohort has been amazing and we continue to engage with each other via webinars and get togethers organised by ourselves. At no point in the process did I have any feeling that Barefoot was interested in selling places on this or other programmes. It was all about getting a good fit between you as a coach and their offerings. Great people. Very professionally run. Great materials. A good range of tutors from different backgrounds. All delivered with wonderful warmth and passion. Can’t recommend highly enough.
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Emma Kearin
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an amazing program, it has changed my life, I didn’t know what I was going to use the training for or how it would change things for me or the people around me. It has proved the best decision yet 😁
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Teresa Roberts
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I trained with Barefoot Coaching and can highly recommend the course. The breadth of learning and approaches, together with the great tutors and a very supportive cohort of students allowed me to challenge my existing thinking and develop as a coach in a way that was authentic to me. Completing the essays for Chester University also offered the opportunity to underpin the experiential learning with some academic rigor. The Barefoot team are all warm, friendly people and a pleasure to be around.
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Meet The Leadership Team
Kim Morgan
Chairperson – MA, MCC
Kim is an internationally recognised expert in coaching and coach training, one of the select band of coaches accredited by the ICF as a Master Certified Coach.
Andy Chandler
Chief Executive Office – MBA, PCC
Andy has over 30 years’ experience working as a senior leader across multiple sectors including retail, healthcare and professional services.
Kelly Wood
Director of Workplace Coaching
Kelly leads Barefoot’s workplace coaching offer, working with organisations to embed coaching in ways that drive culture change, strengthen leadership and improve performance.
A Network Of Global Impact
Beyond training, you join a vibrant international network of certified Barefoot coaches. Our community spans continents offering shared learning collaborative opportunities and ongoing professional development.
This network ensures that wherever our clients operate they have access to the highest standards of coaching support and diverse expertise.
Australia
United States
United States
Ireland
United Kingdom
Morocco
Nigeria
Russia
Kazakhstan
Italy
France
Denmark
Belgium
Luxemburg
Germany
Romania
Greece
Malaysia
Singapore
Cambodia
Thailand
New Zealand
United Arab Emirates
Hong Kong
Malta
Netherlands
Slovakia
Switzerland
Meet The Barefoot Team
Meet the experts behind the Barefoot experience. From our master tutors to our dedicated support specialists, we share a 25-year commitment to coaching excellence. Together, we provide the academic rigour and personal care needed to help you and your organisation thrive.
Martin Benefer
Coach/Tutor
Kirti Carr
Coach/Tutor
Andy Chandler
Chief Executive Office
Valeria Deiana
Programme Manager
Rachel Varrilly Gierula
Coach/Tutor
Jordan Gook
Digital Designer
Nina Hobson
Coach/Tutor
Frank Bolaji Irawo
Coach/Tutor
Katie Jackson
Executive Assistant
Linda Marshall
Coach/Tutor
Kim Morgan
Chairperson
Kim Shaw
Senior Learning & Development Manager
Jordan Williams
Digital Experience Designer
Kelly Wood
Director of Workplace Coaching
Emma Griffiths
Corporate Contracts Manager
Dawn Smith
Corporate Relationship Manager
Samantha Lilley
Corporate Contracts Manager
Coaching for a Brighter World
Our vision is simple: to make the world a brighter place through exceptional coaching and social action.
We are determined to continue pioneering coaching standards while playing our part in creating a fair society where coaching is made available to all. This commitment drives our initiatives, including pro-bono work and fully funded course places.
BWP is a Nottinghamshire based support and advice charity for women, children and young people affected by domestic abuse. They support survivors of current and historic domestic abuse at any stage in their recovery journey.
BWP provide guidance and training, they identify abilities and strengths, building on transferrable skills and supporting women towards positive progressions. They challenge the stigma associated with domestic abuse, advocate for women and their families, raise awareness to prevent abuse and campaign for an end to domestic abuse and violence and navigating women towards lives free from abuse.
Visit https://broxtowewomensproject.org.uk/ to find out more.
The Barefoot Coaching Conference is the highlight of our year – a chance to come together, reconnect, and explore what’s next in the world of coaching. This event is designed exclusively for our Barefoot Alumni, bringing together old friends, new faces, and a best-in-class line up of speakers to explore current trends and topics in the world of coaching.
Curious About Becoming A Professional Coach?
This free taster session is designed for anyone considering our ICF Accredited Coach Training Programme. You’ll meet a course tutor, experience our approach and get answers to all your questions – no pressure, just insight.
From Our Coaching Hub
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Creating a Coaching Culture in Your Organisation
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