Coaching at The Bridge

Coaching with us is not only for future professional coaches. We see it as a tool that helps to better understand yourself and others, improves communication and opens the door to effective collaboration. That’s why we offer courses that combine coaching, mentoring and language development in English. Whether you want to become a certified coach, improve your communication and management skills, practice your professional English in the context of coaching, or develop with a certified coach, you will find a programme tailored to your needs with us.

Coaching and mentoring in English

individual online tuition
Online course
Professional English
Upon agreement
Upon agreement

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Essential Coaching Tools and Techniques

group lessons online
Online course
Conversation courses,Professional English
Specific dates of sessions upon request
4 months

Master English for your coaching practice

individual tuition in person
Conversation courses,Professional English
Upon agreement
Upon agreement

Master English for your coaching practice in a group

group lessons online
Online course
Conversation courses,Professional English
Upon agreement
12x90min

EMCC accredited

Mentoring and Coaching Practitioner - EMCC accredited course

group lessons online
Online course
Professional English
we will be happy to send you an exact schedule of online/offline meetings
1 year course

We believe in a holistic approach to coaching

At The Bridge, we believe that human development cannot be artificially divided into professional and personal. Coaching is about working with the whole individual – their values, relationships, work and life goals. The courses therefore do not separate “business coaching” from “life coaching”, but offer a broad and flexible view of personal growth. Whether you’re a manager looking to better lead your team, a professional looking for new ways to solve problems, or someone who wants to communicate more effectively in English – our approach will support you in any direction.

Coaching only with certified experts

Our coaching tradition dates back to 2019, when we at The Bridge started actively using coaching to educate our team of trainers. This initiative made a lot of sense to us and delivered exceptional results, so much so that we won a Learning and Development Award for our training programme.

We have linked English with other skills and, thanks to our collaboration with British coach and mentor Mike Shreev, we have expanded our portfolio to include an EMCC accredited one-year Mentoring & Coaching Practitioner programme.

Currently, our programme has been expanded to include a variety of professional courses with a focus on coaching, delivered exclusively by EMCC accredited coaches. The fact that you learn from real experts is also proven by our membership in SAKO (Slovak Association of Coaches)

We are internationally accredited

In 2020, we became the first language school in Slovakia to receive international accreditation from EAQUALS, and we remain the only one in the country. EAQUALS is a guarantor of quality in language education for schools operating in an international environment.

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Coaching and mentoring

Coaching and mentoring are key tools for development, communication and leadership. Coaching helps to ask the right questions and communicate effectively, while mentoring supports the growth of others by passing on experiences. These skills are invaluable for managers, teachers, HR professionals and consultants who want to improve their leadership and interpersonal dynamics skills.

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Coaching in English

Today, clear and precise communication is a necessity. Courses combine coaching skills with English training in a professional context. Coaching in English improves the language skills themselves, as well as the ability to express ideas more clearly or formulate questions more precisely.

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Personal and professional development

Coaching courses are not just about gaining new knowledge – they are about a real change in the way we think, communicate and make decisions. Developing emotional intelligence, being able to work with your own inner resources, overcoming obstacles, building relationships and effective feedback are just some of the areas in which participants in our courses make a significant difference.

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Interactive, creative, dynamic

Some courses run in modules that combine theory, workshops, coaching practice and self-study. Others offer the flexibility of one-to-one sessions with a certified trainer-coach, or you can choose a smaller group of up to 4 participants. The format you choose depends on your goals – EMCC certification, better communication, leading people or self-development.

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FAQ

Who are the coaching courses for?

The courses are designed for anyone who wants to develop their English or coaching skills – from professionals who need English for their work to those who want to become certified coaches themselves. They are suitable for managers, teachers, HR specialists or entrepreneurs.

Is previous coaching experience necessary?

Previous experience is not a necessity, as we see coaching as a tool that also helps us to better understand ourselves and others, improves communication and opens the door to effective collaboration.

What is the minimum level of English required for the courses?

A minimum of B2 level is required to be able to actively communicate and work with coaching techniques in English.

How will the courses help in practice?

You will learn how to conduct effective coaching conversations in English, improve your ability to ask precise questions and gain more confidence when working with international clients or teams.

How do I pay for the course?

Payment for the course is based on the order – either by bank transfer or by credit card. After creating an order, you choose your preferred payment method. In individual cases, payment in instalments is also possible by agreement.

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I was very interested in the fact that the Bridge offers international certification as well as lecturers and assessors who come from the UK. So, the combination of improving my coaching skills and also advancing my English was a deciding factor. I was curious to see how I could actually combine this with my coaching skills and tools. I was pleasantly surprised that the lecturers are amazing and the group that gathered here is great. I also really appreciate that you don’t have to look for clients yourself to gain experience, because the school has a large pool of volunteers. They find out what coaching is all about and we gain experience. At the same time, they are often people from abroad, so English is completely natural. I think Mike and Andrea are a great team. Mike has mentoring and sharing his experience in his blood. Andrea is very organized and prepared. She can anticipate many things in advance and take care of them so that they work properly. Even before today’s meeting, I said to myself that organizing everything, i.e., the final exam, the volunteers we will be coaching during it, securing an evaluator from England, and all at the same time, is something I take my hat off to.

Blanka Marušincová

The whole team at the Bridge were absolutely wonderful and they genuinely care about their students and teachers. Andrea Záhumenská, the course trainer, excelled in using her expertise and guidance to make the learning experience engaging. Along with Emma Wyatt and Klaudia Bednárová, they all provided valuable and eye-opening sessions!

Amo Kahlwan

I achieved the skills I wanted to acquire, while understanding that the learning process is permanent. I think the frequency of the sessions was optimal, and my personal work and my coaching sessions with clients helped me to make significant progress. What I appreciate the most about the course are the pedagogy, the open minded discussions, the learning atmosphere and the team spirit. I have reached around 120 hours of coaching and plan to continue coaching in my company to help young managers progress. Andrea and Mike are excellent! ! They complement each other wonderfully, offer a high level of support and are always open to discussion.

Eric Maintenay

Chief Technical & IT Officer