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Level 1 Comensa Coach Training – Special Launch Offer
Full Course Value: R60,000
Special Price: R24,000 (60% OFF!)
Start Date: April 7
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Join a 4 Week Comensa Level 1 Aligned Training Course for Coaches to Focus on Aspects of Comensa Level 1 Certification
Special Offer: Level 1 Comensa Coaching – Intro Package
Duration: 4 weeks
Sessions: 8 coach training sessions
Price: R6,000
Bonus: Pay now and get 2 extra coach training sessions completely free!
That’s 10 sessions in total for R6,000 — an opportunity to kickstart your coaching journey with extra support included.
Who We Are
Level123Coaching is a results-driven Coach Training Academy dedicated to helping aspiring and practicing coaches achieve their COMENSA Level 1 certification with confidence and credibility.
We specialise in guiding coaches through a structured, supportive, and practical learning journey that bridges theory and real-world coaching application. Our programs are designed not just to help you pass certification—but to help you become a competent, ethical, and impactful coach.
Through our 20-week COMENSA-aligned Level 1 course, we provide step-by-step training, mentorship, and assessment preparation, ensuring you meet the required standards while developing your unique coaching voice.
At Level123Coaching, we believe coaching is more than a qualification—it’s a responsibility. That’s why we focus on building coaches who can create real transformation for individuals, teams, and organisations.
Not Ready for 20 Weeks? Start Small.
For those who can’t yet commit to the full 20-week journey, Level123Coaching offers a powerful entry point into professional coaching.
Join our 4-week intensive course for just R6000, covering one phase or 20% of the COMENSA Level 1 training.
This short program is designed to give you:
A practical introduction to core coaching principles
Hands-on experience with real coaching techniques
A clear understanding of what’s required for full Level 1 certification
Confidence to decide your next step in your coaching journey
It’s the perfect way to test the waters, build momentum, and start developing your coaching capability—without the pressure of a long-term commitment.
Start where you are. Grow at your pace.
A comprehensive, structured program designed to take you from foundational knowledge to certification readiness.
Fully COMENSA-aligned curriculum
Practical coaching application
Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) support
Mentor coaching and feedback
Assessment and certification preparation
A flexible entry point into professional coaching.
Covers one phase of Level 1 training
Ideal for beginners or time-constrained individuals
Practical tools and coaching techniques
Affordable at R600 per phase
For coaches working toward certification or improving their craft.
One-on-one or group mentor sessions
Feedback aligned to COMENSA competencies
Session reviews and performance guidance
Ethical and professional development
Hands-on guidance to help you compile and submit your PoE successfully.
Templates and structure guidance
Review and feedback
Alignment to COMENSA requirements
Confidence before submission
Short, focused workshops to sharpen specific skills.
Active listening and powerful questioning
Emotional intelligence in coaching
Structuring a coaching session
Handling difficult clients
Prepare for real certification assessments with confidence.
Simulated coaching evaluations
Detailed feedback against criteria
Identification of gaps and strengths
Action plans for improvement
Coaching solutions tailored for organisations.
Coaching skills for managers and leaders
Team effectiveness and communication
Performance and accountability coaching
Scalable programmes across levels
Helping coaches turn skills into a sustainable business.
Personal branding and positioning
Pricing and packaging services
Client acquisition strategies
Building credibility and networks
Ongoing growth for qualified coaches.
Advanced coaching techniques
Ethics and best practice updates
Peer coaching sessions
Mastery-level development
Access to a growing ecosystem of coaches.
Peer learning and collaboration
Practice opportunities
Accountability groups
Referral and support network
We don’t just teach coaching. We prepare you to meet COMENSA Level 1 standards with clarity and confidence. Every module, session, and assessment is aligned to what actually gets you certified.
Our training follows a clear, step-by-step pathway:
Learn the foundations
Practice real coaching
Demonstrate competence for assessment
You always know where you are, what’s next, and how to improve.
This is not theory-heavy training. You’ll:
Coach real people
Receive real feedback
Build real confidence
So when you qualify, you’re already capable—not just certified.
Whether you commit to the full 20-week programme or start with a 4-week phase at R6000, we make coaching training accessible without compromising quality.
You won’t be left to figure it out alone.
We provide:
Individualised feedback
Session reviews
Clear guidance on improving your coaching
We guide you step-by-step in compiling your PoE, reducing confusion and increasing your chances of success on submission.
We simulate real evaluations so you:
Understand the criteria
Avoid common mistakes
Perform with confidence under assessment conditions
We develop coaches who can:
Create transformation in clients
Work ethically and professionally
Add value in corporate and personal environments
You gain access to a network of coaches who:
Practice together
Support each other
Grow beyond certification
Our focus is simple:
Help you get certified in the quickest, most affordable, and most effective way possible—without sacrificing quality.
Level123Coaching isn’t just a training provider.
It’s your pathway to becoming a confident, credible, and competent coach.
We don’t just deliver training—we drive results.
Our approach is built around getting you certified and coaching confidently, not just completing a course.
We develop you from every angle:
Coaching skills
Self-awareness
Practical application
Professional standards
This ensures you’re not just competent—you’re well-rounded and impactful.
Our coaches are trained across:
30+ core coaching competencies
300+ evaluation criteria
You gain a level of depth and precision that most training providers simply don’t offer.
You always know where you stand.
We provide:
Ongoing feedback
Clear progress indicators
Targeted improvement areas
No guesswork. Just measurable growth.
You’re supported every step of the way with:
Expert mentor coaching
Session reviews
Practical, actionable feedback
This accelerates your development significantly.
Start where you are:
4-week phase (R600) for flexibility
Full 40-week programme for complete certification
You control your pace without compromising quality.
Everything we do prepares you for evaluation:
Mock assessments
Criteria-based feedback
Performance-focused coaching
So when it’s time, you’re ready—not nervous.
For organisations, we offer a unique balance:
Confidential coaching conversations
Structured reporting to sponsors and stakeholders
This makes our model ideal for corporate environments.
Our methodology works across:
Emerging leaders
Managers
Executives
Making it easy to scale coaching across an entire organisation.
We are designed to help you:
Qualify faster
Spend less
Develop deeper capability
Without cutting corners.
Level123Coaching doesn’t just teach coaching.
We engineer confident, credible, and certification-ready coaches.
We combine theory, practice, and feedback—not just content.
You don’t just understand coaching… you do it, refine it, and improve it in real time.
Most coaches fail because they don’t get enough feedback.
We ensure continuous:
Practice
Observation
Correction
This is what turns knowledge into competence and confidence.
Everything is aligned to COMENSA Level 1 requirements, so you always know:
What “good” looks like
Where you stand
What to improve
No confusion. Just clarity and direction.
Our modular structure (4-week phases) allows you to:
Start without overwhelm
Build momentum quickly
Progress at your own pace
This keeps you engaged and moving forward.
You practice with real people and real scenarios, which means:
Faster skill development
Greater confidence
Immediate real-world readiness
With structured timelines, mentor support, and progress tracking, you’re far more likely to:
Stay committed
Finish the programme
Achieve certification
Everything is designed with one goal:
Get you certified and coaching effectively.
We don’t overload you with unnecessary theory—we focus on what actually moves the needle.
By the time you reach assessment:
You’ve practiced extensively
You’ve received detailed feedback
You’ve corrected your gaps
So you show up prepared, not hoping for the best.
You get the best of both worlds:
A clear, proven system
Ongoing human support
This combination dramatically increases your chances of success.
We understand our clients:
Busy professionals
Aspiring coaches
Career changers
So the programme is built to be practical, flexible, and achievable.
Why it works is simple:
Clarity + Practice + Feedback + Structure = Certified, Confident Coaches
Here’s the complete 60-hour timetable for your Level123Coaching – COMENSA Level 1 Programme.
Start date: 7 April 2026
Duration: 20 weeks
Frequency: 2 sessions per week
Session length: 90 minutes
Total sessions: 40 (60 hours)
Phase 1 (Sessions 1–12): Foundations of Coaching
Phase 2 (Sessions 13–26): Core Coaching Competence
Phase 3 (Sessions 27–40): Integration, Assessment & PoE
Week 1
Introduction to Coaching & COMENSA Framework - April 7, 2026
Coaching vs Mentoring, Consulting, Therapy - April 9
Week 2
3. Ethics & Code of Conduct (COMENSA)
4. Coaching Mindset & Presence
Week 3
5. Building Trust & Psychological Safety
6. Contracting & Setting Coaching Agreements
Week 4
7. Active Listening (Level 1–3)
8. Powerful Questioning Techniques
Week 5
9. Emotional Intelligence in Coaching
10. Awareness & Insight Creation
Week 6
11. Goal Setting & Outcomes (SMART+)
12. Structuring a Coaching Conversation
Week 7
13. Coaching Models (GROW & others)
14. Deepening Listening & Reflection
Week 8
15. Challenging & Reframing
16. Managing Silence & Presence
Week 9
17. Values, Beliefs & Identity Work
18. Limiting Beliefs & Behaviour Change
Week 10
19. Accountability & Action Planning
20. Measuring Progress in Coaching
Week 11
21. Handling Difficult Clients
22. Coaching Boundaries & Scope
Week 12
23. Cultural Awareness & Diversity
24. Coaching for Performance vs Development
Week 13
25. Mid-Programme Practice Assessment
26. Feedback, Gaps & Development Plan
Week 14
27. Advanced Coaching Practice (Live Coaching)
28. Observation & Feedback (Peer Review)
Week 15
29. Ethics in Practice (Case Studies)
30. Coaching Presence at Depth
Week 16
31. Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) Guidelines
32. Logbooks, Reflections & Documentation
Week 17
33. Recorded Session Preparation
34. Assessment Criteria Deep Dive
Week 18
35. Mock Assessment #1 (Observed Coaching)
36. Detailed Feedback & Improvement Plan
Week 19
37. Mock Assessment #2 (Final Readiness)
38. Final Coaching Integration Session
Week 20
39. Submission Readiness (PoE Finalisation)
40. Programme Close, Next Steps & Professional Pathways
Coaching competencies development
Ethics and professional standards
Mentor coaching & feedback
Observed coaching sessions
Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) support
Practice hours guidance
Assessment preparation
Tuesdays & Thursdays (ideal for working professionals)
Evenings (16:00–17:30 SAST) for accessibility
“In just 20 weeks, over 40 structured sessions, we take you from beginner to certification-ready, with real coaching experience, real feedback, and real results.”
Demonstrates ethical practice and integrity
Maintains confidentiality and trust
Understands scope of coaching vs therapy/consulting
Manages professional boundaries
Contracts clearly with clients and stakeholders
Maintains a client-centered coaching mindset
Demonstrates self-awareness and emotional regulation
Remains fully present and attentive
Manages personal bias and assumptions
Shows curiosity, openness, and non-judgment
Establishes trust and psychological safety
Builds rapport quickly and authentically
Creates a supportive and empowering environment
Aligns on goals and expectations
Maintains partnership throughout the coaching process
Practices deep, multi-level listening
Uses powerful, open-ended questions
Reflects and paraphrases effectively
Observes verbal and non-verbal cues
Uses silence and pacing intentionally
Helps clients explore values and beliefs
Challenges limiting perspectives constructively
Encourages new thinking and reframing
Supports clarity and decision-making
Enables deep insight and “aha” moments
Co-creates clear, meaningful goals
Facilitates actionable plans and next steps
Establishes accountability structures
Tracks progress and measures outcomes
Supports sustainable behaviour change
“Our coaches are trained across core competencies, ensuring depth, consistency, and alignment with professional coaching standards—so you don’t just learn coaching, you master it.”
1.1 Understands COMENSA code of ethics
1.2 Applies ethics consistently
1.3 Identifies ethical dilemmas
1.4 Responds appropriately to ethical risks
1.5 Maintains professionalism at all times
1.6 Avoids conflicts of interest
1.7 Acts with honesty and transparency
1.8 Demonstrates accountability
1.9 Upholds client dignity
1.10 Seeks supervision when needed
2.1 Explains confidentiality clearly
2.2 Maintains client privacy
2.3 Handles sensitive information appropriately
2.4 Builds trust through consistency
2.5 Avoids sharing client data
2.6 Secures client records
2.7 Reinforces confidentiality agreements
2.8 Demonstrates discretion
2.9 Manages breaches responsibly
2.10 Creates safe disclosure space
3.1 Differentiates coaching vs therapy
3.2 Differentiates coaching vs mentoring
3.3 Avoids giving advice
3.4 Recognises limitations
3.5 Refers when necessary
3.6 Stays within role boundaries
3.7 Educates clients on scope
3.8 Avoids diagnosing
3.9 Maintains coaching focus
3.10 Recognises psychological risk
4.1 Sets clear boundaries
4.2 Maintains professional distance
4.3 Avoids dual relationships
4.4 Manages dependency risks
4.5 Maintains session structure
4.6 Avoids over-involvement
4.7 Handles emotional boundaries
4.8 Keeps relationship client-focused
4.9 Upholds role clarity
4.10 Ends sessions appropriately
5.1 Defines session goals
5.2 Aligns expectations
5.3 Clarifies roles
5.4 Confirms agreement verbally
5.5 Sets session structure
5.6 Establishes outcomes
5.7 Reviews agreements regularly
5.8 Adjusts contracts when needed
5.9 Ensures mutual understanding
5.10 Documents agreements
6.1 Focuses on client agenda
6.2 Avoids imposing own views
6.3 Supports client autonomy
6.4 Encourages ownership
6.5 Respects client pace
6.6 Demonstrates empathy
6.7 Prioritises client outcomes
6.8 Avoids directing
6.9 Remains neutral
6.10 Trusts client capability
7.1 Recognises own triggers
7.2 Manages emotional reactions
7.3 Reflects on own behaviour
7.4 Maintains composure
7.5 Separates personal bias
7.6 Practices self-reflection
7.7 Demonstrates maturity
7.8 Manages stress in session
7.9 Learns from feedback
7.10 Seeks development
8.1 Maintains full attention
8.2 Minimises distractions
8.3 Demonstrates focus
8.4 Listens actively
8.5 Responds in real time
8.6 Adapts to client flow
8.7 Uses silence effectively
8.8 Remains grounded
8.9 Tracks conversation threads
8.10 Stays engaged
9.1 Identifies assumptions
9.2 Avoids judgment
9.3 Challenges own beliefs
9.4 Maintains neutrality
9.5 Respects diversity
9.6 Avoids leading
9.7 Checks interpretations
9.8 Uses curiosity
9.9 Reflects objectively
9.10 Adapts perspective
10.1 Asks exploratory questions
10.2 Shows genuine interest
10.3 Encourages exploration
10.4 Avoids assumptions
10.5 Invites reflection
10.6 Demonstrates openness
10.7 Fosters discovery
10.8 Uses non-judgmental tone
10.9 Encourages thinking
10.10 Supports insight
Each competency includes:
Trust-building behaviours
Rapport techniques
Psychological safety indicators
Alignment checks
Partnership maintenance
Each competency includes:
Listening depth levels
Question quality and structure
Reflection accuracy
Observation skills
Use of silence and pacing
Each competency includes:
Values exploration
Belief identification
Reframing ability
Insight facilitation
Decision clarity support
Each competency includes:
Goal clarity
Action planning
Accountability systems
Progress tracking
Behaviour change sustainability
“Our coaches are trained and assessed across 300 detailed competency criteria, ensuring precision, consistency, and mastery at every stage of development.”
The coaching industry is growing, but real transformation is still uncommon
More coaches ≠ better outcomes
The challenge isn’t the tools, it’s in becoming the coach
Mastery is about who you are, not what you know
Coaching happens in critical moments, not frameworks
Real impact is created under the pressure of reality, not in theory
Most training teaches what to say—not how to be
Presence is the missing link in coaching mastery
The Next Level Coaching Academy is built differently
It focuses on transformation, not just certification
Training is based on reality from day one
You coach immediately, not after “learning everything”
The academy is built on 3 pillars: Presence, Truth, Transformation
These define elite-level coaching
This is also about identity, not skill alone
You don’t just improve—you evolve
It’s not for everyone
Only those willing to be challenged and grow deeply belong here
The ultimate goal is to become the coach people trust when it matters most
The true definition of success
Credibility. Legitimacy. Authority. Confidence. Competance. Mastery. Community. Connection. Opportunity and Growth. 100% Online and Global. Quality. Relevance. Rigour. Structure. Measurement. Accountability. Value.
Professionalising coaching.
Demonstrates uncompromising integrity
Maintains strict confidentiality and trust
Operates within clear professional boundaries
Contracts transparently and responsibly
Acts in the client’s best interest at all times
Maintains deep, non-judgmental presence
Regulates emotions under pressure
Demonstrates high self-awareness
Lets go of ego and the need to “fix”
Adapts fluidly to the client’s energy and state
Establishes clear goals and outcomes
Aligns expectations and roles effectively
Maintains focus and direction throughout sessions
Builds deep psychological safety
Demonstrates empathy and understanding
Creates an environment for vulnerability
Maintains consistent, authentic connection
Listens beyond words (emotion, meaning, identity)
Detects patterns and limiting beliefs
Uses silence as a powerful tool
Reflects and clarifies with precision
Asks concise, thought-provoking questions
Challenges assumptions and perspectives
Evokes insight and self-discovery
Uses timing and intuition effectively
Facilitates deep self-awareness
Enables “aha” moments that shift perspective
Translates insight into clear action
Builds accountability and follow-through
Commits to continuous personal and professional evolution
You can also present these as 5 pillars:
Be → Presence & Mindset
See → Listening & Awareness
Ask → Questioning & Insight
Move → Action & Accountability
Grow → Self-Mastery
“Most coaching schools teach competencies.
We build coaches who embody them.”
Being credentialed as a coach according to COMENSA (the Coaching and Mentoring Association of South Africa) carries several clear benefits—both professionally and personally. Here’s a structured breakdown:
COMENSA is the official professional body for coaching in South Africa, so being credentialed signals that you meet recognized industry standards.
Clients, employers, and peers see you as a qualified and trustworthy coach, rather than someone self-proclaimed.
It differentiates you in a crowded coaching market.
Credentialing ensures you adhere to ethical guidelines, professional conduct, and coaching competencies.
COMENSA sets clear standards for coaching process, agreements, confidentiality, and boundaries, which protects both you and your clients.
Many organizations and corporate clients require COMENSA-accredited coaches for internal coaching programs.
Credentialed coaches are more likely to get corporate contracts, consulting roles, or higher fees.
It’s a stepping stone if you want to teach, mentor, or lead coach training programs.
Clients feel reassured that they are working with someone who is competent, ethical, and accountable.
It reduces perceived risk, making them more likely to commit and pay premium rates.
COMENSA provides access to a network of coaches and mentors in South Africa.
Opportunities for peer learning, supervision, collaboration, and referrals increase exponentially when credentialed.
Credentialed coaches are encouraged to keep learning, attend workshops, and grow their skills.
This ensures your coaching remains current, evidence-based, and effective.
While COMENSA is South African, their standards align with ICF and global coaching competencies, which enhances your credibility internationally.
By adhering to COMENSA’s Code of Ethics, you reduce the risk of legal or professional disputes.
It signals to clients and employers that you operate responsibly and professionally.
Credentialing with COMENSA is more than a title—it’s a professional passport. It signals competence, ethics, and credibility; opens doors to corporate and private clients; connects you to a professional network; and ensures continuous development.
Note:
Coaching is a professional partnership focused on your goals. Unless we explicitly agree, I wont give advice, or act as a consultant or mentor.
Everything shared in a coaching session is confidential. I will ask you if I can video record your session, for review with a mentor whose only interest would be to help me improve my coaching.
Training sessions are recorded. They may be reviewed by students. You can elect to make parts of them confidential.
I work according to the ICF and Comensa Code of Ethics.
If I notice you needs are better supported by a different person I will openly tell you. I am open, curious and flexible to your agenda and the conversation will evolve based on your priorities.
I am mindful of my own emotions and will manage them so that they dont interfere.
I reflect on my coaching and welcome feedback. You are capable, resourceful and whole.
We can adjust the direction at any time if something becomes more important.
I'll check in to confirm we are still focused on what matters most to you.
We want to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you can share openly.
I have genuine care and respect for you, your experiences and choices. You can share openly, even if topics are difficult.
Lets clarify what you want to focus on in each session. Once we have done that we can align on what success looks like for you.
- Gavin Dick, Founder, Level 123 Coaching