The following quotes are from previous course participants and give a clear indication of style, approach and intention.
"The course is clearly and developmentally structured but allows for the pace of learning and discovery for each individual to be different and for individual journeys to become a valuable source of learning for the whole group.
The process is rigorous: there is knowledge to be gained, hard thinking to be done, tough exercises to be grappled with, challenging ideas to be explored and skills to be practised ... the ferocious pace of learning and forward momentum is offset by a deeply comforting sense of security in the learning process" .
A greater awareness of my own values. A deeper understanding of my personal emotional intelligence. A huge variety of practical models for exploring reaching goals and potential. Tools which I will use every day in personal and professional contexts. A transformational, life-changing course. The course, course leaders and participants have been exceptional (and I’ve done a lot of courses!). It was thorough in content and rigorous in assessment.
Lesa Dryburgh - England’s Northwest Clore Fellow 07/08
All I can say is - thanks so much for a really stunning course. The diversity and richness of content was superb and made it completely relevant for future application in so many ways. It was an incredible experience – one which none of us will forget, and one which has made us all think twice and three times about some pretty important stuff. Ruth Churchill-Dower (Director - Early Arts)
The RD1st course was exactly what I needed - a mix of models, practice, reflection and discussion. I had full confidence in Deb & Rivca as facilitators and particularly appreciated the different contributions and style each brought to the course. Gave me time to reflect on my own style, values & communication skills which greatly raised my self-awareness. This has impacted on the ways I relate to people both personally and professionally. I am able to make decisions and conduct relationships with much more clarity and ease!
Anne-Marie Logan (Director - Panda Arts)
I thought that the course was excellent – the best I have ever attended. Learning how to coach has helped make sense of so many aspects of thinking and doing. It has been fascinating on a philosophical level and relevant on a practical level. It has stimulated new interests and has refreshed my desire to read and learn more. It has been expertly facilitated in a friendly, honest and fun atmosphere. Kate Whitmarsh - Creative Producer (Clore Fellow).
If you are open on going on a journey, personally and professionally, this course offers insights and techniques and is solution orientated - RD has accelerated my development enormously.Jean Cameron (Producer Glasgow International Festival of Visual Art)
An excellent course - does what it says on the tin. You were great and your skills excellent - and I'm fussy!
Ruth Sacks (Organisation Development Consultant & Coach)
This course gives you everything you need to begin working as a coach and also gives the space to explore how coaching skills can impact on leadership and life skills. Its specifically relevant to anyone working in the creative sector. Highly recommended. Jenny Wilson (Consultant, Producer, Facilitator, Artist)
It's been fantastic - very good for helping me to understand how and why I do things and to make some significant changes in my life. It's excellent - quite possibly the best course I have ever been on! Louise Govier (Clore Fellow 08/09)
Thanks very much - this is the best course I've ever done.
Hassina Khan (Professional Learning Manager - CCE)
The course was well structured - a fantastic learning journey. I feel an inner resource - a flow to a way of working and living, being and doing, can now be drawn upon. I have the courage to dream and make moves to what I want. Thank you.
Erinma Ochu (Consultant)
I thought the course was excellently run - well paced with a good mix of practical and theoretical exercises/discussions. Both trainers were excellent and very supportive. I'd like to thank you for one of the best courses I've been on.
Hazel Marshall (Trainer - BBC)
