Every Practice Session Should Have a Purpose
One of the biggest challenges coaches face when practicing is deciding what topic to coach around.
That’s why every Coach Practice Exchange membership includes access to a growing library of professionally designed coaching session templates. Each template provides a structured practice session centered around a specific coaching skill, helping you get more value from every conversation with your peer coach.
Instead of wondering what to discuss, you’ll begin each session with a clear objective and a meaningful coaching exercise designed to strengthen your coaching abilities.
Practice With Intention
The most effective coaches don’t improve by simply coaching more—they improve through deliberate practice.
Our templates are designed to help you focus on one or more ICF Core Competencies during each session, allowing you to build confidence and develop your skills one conversation at a time.
With every template you’ll receive:
- A clear coaching objective
- A realistic coaching scenario
- A recommended 60–90 minute session flow
- Thought-provoking coaching questions
- Reflection and debrief prompts
- An optional observer feedback form
Real Coaching Conversations
These aren’t scripts or role-playing exercises.
Each template introduces a coaching topic that encourages authentic conversation while giving both coaches enough structure to stay focused. Your practice partner brings their own experiences, challenges, and goals to the session, creating a coaching experience that feels natural and relevant.
Topics include areas such as:
- Career and leadership
- Confidence and mindset
- Decision-making
- Goal setting
- Work-life balance
- Values and purpose
- Limiting beliefs
- Personal and professional growth
Designed Around the ICF Core Competencies
Our Practice Library is organized to help you intentionally strengthen the skills that professional coaches use every day.
Templates are available for each of the ICF Core Competencies, including:
- Demonstrates Ethical Practice
- Embodies a Coaching Mindset
- Establishes and Maintains Agreements
- Cultivates Trust and Safety
- Maintains Presence
- Listens Actively
- Evokes Awareness
- Facilitates Client Growth
Whether you’re preparing for credentialing or simply becoming a better coach, you’ll always have exercises that support your development.
Practice intentionally. Coach confidently. Grow continuously.
