Upbuild is a leadership development and coaching organization that specializes in understanding the ego and building cultures of trust in organizations. It was founded in a New York City monastery, where their cofounders (who used to be monks) were immersed in the inner work of uncovering their true self beneath layers of ego. Its programs focus on building self-awareness and developing coaching skills that you can confidently apply in any setting.
If you’re exploring coach training options and want to learn about Upbuild and how it compares to other programs, keep reading this Upbuild review.
About the Upbuild Coaching Training
The Upbuild Coaching Training (UCT) is a 6-month, 60-hour program that starts in October. It prepares participants to bring coaching skills into a wide variety of contexts: leading an organization, managing a team, building a private coaching practice, or simply being a more present partner, parent, or community member.
The program is designed for those who want to:
- Lead with clarity and depth
- Coach in a way that empowers rather than directs
- Do the inner work of distinguishing who they think they should be (the ego) from who they actually are (the self)
Facilitators have coached leaders at Google, Goldman Sachs, Meta, Deloitte, ServiceTitan, and numerous startups. Graduates range from aspiring professional coaches to seasoned executives to parents and community leaders. What unites them is the desire for a transformational experience.
On completion, graduates earn the Certified Upbuild Coach credential, which can be used to apply for ICF ACC certification via the portfolio path.
- Course length: 6 months
- Cost: $7,500. They currently have substantial early-registration discounts available. Financial assistance is also available.
Learn more about Upbuild Coaching Training.
Special Offer: Get 5% off Upbuild Coaching Training (UCT) using code UCT5 at checkout.
Other Programs Offered by Upbuild
Upbuild also provides continuing education programs for coaches who want to sharpen specific skills while earning ICF Continuing Coach Education (CCE) hours.
- Upbuild Enneagram Training (4.5 months): Deep dive into the Enneagram for coaching, leadership, and personal growth. The Enneagram is a powerful framework that maps nine core personality types, each shaped by distinct motivations, fears, and desires. This 4.5-month ICF CCE-accredited program helps you sharpen your ability to accurately type others, lead “Deep Dive” sessions, and apply the Enneagram at work and in life.
- Jumpstart Your Coaching Practice (4 sessions). An intensely practical program that distills years of experience into clear strategies, tools, and resources to help you confidently launch and grow your business.
- Helping Clients Get Unstuck (4 hours). A half-day workshop that gives you a structured approach for guiding clients past limiting perspectives, opening them up to new ways of thinking and taking action.
- What Matters Most: Working with Values in Coaching (2 sessions). A 4-hour program to help you help clients identify, prioritize, and live by their core values, leading to better alignment and clearer decision-making.
- Deepening the Moment (4 hours). A half-day workshop designed to help you take clients into the moment, rather than just talking about it.
Learn more about these offerings
Upbuild Reviews
“I cannot recommend this program highly enough. In addition to leaving the training with a toolkit of practical skills to be a better coach and manager, being part of this community has changed my life in ways I couldn’t have imagined. I feel more connected to my values, inspired by my work, supported in my growth, and confident in my ability to serve others. I will be forever grateful to this “dream team” of instructors and my incredible cohort for helping me discover and let loose an inner coach with so much to offer.”
Derek Haswell, Executive Coach & Co-Founder at Ten Percent Happier
“Upbuild’s coaching program surpassed my expectations and was one of the most meaningful experiences in my personal and professional development. From the seasoned coach leaders, we learned essential skills that will enable us to be effective coaches while integrating our unique style. Through this program, I experienced so much personal growth and connected with a global community of kind and brilliant people. It was a privilege to be part of it.”
Kalpana Bhandarkar, Advisory services for health care & non-profits
“Attending the Upbuild Coaching Training was an outstanding experience. The engaging sessions, led by a team of dedicated teachers, created a safe and supportive environment. The activities and mentoring were informative, fun, and fostered a strong connection with fellow participants. As someone with a doctorate who is committed to lifelong learning, I have taken a multitude of courses, and this Upbuild Coaching Training stands out as the best course I’ve ever encountered.”
Dr. Erica Warren, Educational Therapist at Learning to Learn
Conclusion
Upbuild helps people shift how they lead, communicate, and connect, starting with themselves. Its Coaching Training offers not just foundational skills but also the inner work that makes those skills authentic.
If you’re serious about growing as a coach and as a whole person, consider Upbuild Coaching Training today.
For a broader context on how it stacks up against other certification options, you might also check out this overview of the best life coach certification programs.
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