Welcome!!!
This is your online classroom area for the Foundations Modules.
When a cohort starts the NCC training they begin with the four Foundation Modules. These modules are offered in sequence and complete the first semester of the program. Once completed, the cohort moves on to the ToolBox Modules where students practice and enhance the foundational skills learned during the Foundation Modules. There are three major categories of learning goals that make up the Foundation Modules:
- Nature-Connection and Relationship
- Coaching Competencies
- Transformational Guiding Competencies
Nature-Connection and Relationship:
Nature-Connection is a state of mind, a way of being. It is accessible to all people. It is our birth-right. All our senses are wired for it, our brains and bodies are wired for it. Nature-connection practices reminds that Nature is the real healer/teacher. We as Nature-Connected Coaches and Guides are facilitators. Additionally, through our own connected relationship with nature we can learn a ton about how to show-up in the coaching/guiding relationships we share with our clients.
Coaching Competencies:
Professional Coaching is a non-clinical modality for supporting change and growth in clients. It’s competencies are applicable to many different types of clients such as life-coaching clients, businesses, personal relationships, executives, etc. The NCC program focus on life-coaching, and during the foundation modules we learn what is expected of us as Professional Coaches while discovering our unique “Coaching Presence”
Transformational Guiding Competencies:
These competencies are what make the NCC work unique from other forms of coaching and guiding. Skills like Deep Listening, Ceremony Facilitation, and Nature as the Guide are not taught anywhere else, or in the same way. Honing these skills will separate you from the rest of the coaches and guides out there, increasing your effectiveness and the power of your sessions with your clients.
You will be given a copy at the start of the program, but feel free to download a copy of the competencies.
- Below is an outline of different steps involved in completing this part of the training.
- Below that is a text box that connects you to the group discussion area. Anything you enter into that text area will be shared with the group, similar to a news feed in Facebook.
Please watch this video before the Foundations Intensive, if possible. It highlights points from the Student Handbook and Policies. It contains important information about the structure of the NCC program, using the online learning center, ICF credentialing, and policies. The video is 48 mins long.
Home › Forums › Foundations-Cohort 19- Introductions Forum
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Hi everyone! Please use this forum to introduce yourself, share ideas and information, and even to coordinate details for coming to the Foundations Intensive in January 2020.
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Hello Classmates! I look forward to meeting you all in the coming months. I’m David and I live in Louisville, KY. I hope to connect with others in the class who will be traveling in for intensives who are interested in possibly sharing logistical costs (car, lodging, etc).
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Hello! I am Gina. I am looking forward to this program to deepen my connection with nature and with others through Nature and community. David, I am traveling in from San Jose, CA and I am also interested in Sharing cost of CAR and Lodging.
At Ivy, do you have any suggestions for lodging in the area?
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Hi Gina and all,
About lodging–Past cohorts and/or individual students have stayed with the A-Lodge and enjoyed it. Other cohorts have found good housing in Boulder via AirBnB. I don’t have one favorite place to share– it seems like cohorts mix it up due to a variety of space and travel needs.
The retreat cabin at the Starhouse is always a nice option though it has been booked lately by long term renters. You’ll need to check it out. Here’s the link https://thestarhouse.net/stay-at-the-retreat-cabin/
Be aware that the retreat cabin only has two bedrooms– one with Queen size bed and the other a twin. It is good for folks who don’t mind staying in close quarters and are willing to be creative if over two to three people. You might also want to ask the Starhouse how many they would allow in there if this becomes an option for you all. If anyone has camping cots that could work to set up a few in the living room. There is also a couch. The cabin is on Starhouse property so skipping the commute is a bonus.
The Starhouse is about a 10-minute drive up Sunshine Canyon– you may want to be looking for rental opportunities on the West side of Boulder near the canyon.
Best,
Ivy
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Hey everyone! I am so excited to meet you all! I’m traveling from Santa Cruz, CA (Gina- hi neighbor!) and I would love to share housing and car costs.
I’ll be flying into Denver on the 23rd around 6:30pm, and leaving Denver on the Sunday, the 2nd, around 3pm.
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Deanna, when you have chance would you email me. David is also interested in sharing lodging and car expenses in an effort to make the trip more affordable. Are you open to including him with sharing space? Please email to discuss logistics.
Thank You,
Gina
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At Deana, feel free to email me. gmlobito1@gmail.com. That would be great to share costs with lodging and car.
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Hi Cohort 19,
Some new information about lodging on the Starhouse property came to me today. The rooms at MorningStar and the Retreat cabin are moving towards being rented by long term renters for an indefinite amount of time. This takes these two lodging offerings out of the running for when you come into town for Intensives. AirBnBs have worked well for many groups and individuals. Also, here is a lead from the Starhouse’s administrative assistant’s email to me:
We have connected with A-Lodge, linked here https://a-lodge.com/, they may offer discounts for StarHouse participants, they are about 7 minutes away and they have a shuttle to transport to and from the StarHouse. They are great to work with and should be able to accommodate everyone needing overnight stays.
So– you may want to look into the A Lodge as an option that is close to the Starhouse.
Please let me know if you have questions. Best, Ivy
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Hi All,
Just some follow up information on A Cabin. I spoke with them today and they have no availability on January 26-27 due to a big event they have going on, but they seem to have availability the other nights during our time in Boulder. Rates are $179 M-W, $189 TH and $209 on Weekends.
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Hi all! I’m very excited to meet you all in person come January. I’ll be traveling from Southwest Florida and definitely am interested in cost sharing for vehicle, housing, and other logistics. I have not yet purchased my flights as I’m waiting to connect and figure things out! Looking forward to seeing you all in orientation next week 😀
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Hey All! I’ll be joining from Eugene, Oregon, and I too would like to be involved in a car/lodging share. You can contact me @ hardcorehuntley@gmail.com.
Thanks for looking into the A-lodge, David. Ill be flying in on the 23rd @4:20 and leaving the 2nd @1:30.
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Hey everyone! I am also coming from out of town (Raleigh, NC) so I would be interested in finding a way to stay and travel around Boulder in a cost effective fashion. Keep me in the loop. I look forward to meeting all of you!
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Going to add my e-mail address in here too just in case! Leslie.wier@gmail.com
Has anyone else had a chance to connect to get anything set up yet?
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Hey everyone!
There’s quite a few AirBNB options for 5 or more guests that are cabins or entire houses. I found one for $111/night that sums up to $1,111 for 9 nights (Jan 23rd-Feb 1st) and divides into $222.22 for each person. If that is not auspicious then idk what is. I am sure we could fit more people though if we wanted. It is located 20 mins from Starhouse, but it is in the mountains so travel to and from Boulder would be a bit more difficult.
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/22794673?check_in=2020-01-23&check_out=2020-02-01&adults=4&children=0&infants=0
https://www.google.com/maps/dir/40.0048871,-105.3557778/The+StarHouse,+3476+Sunshine+Canyon+Dr,+Boulder,+CO+80302/@40.0253962,-105.3409309,14z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x876be937fed88b29:0xe8fa897b3134fec6!2m2!1d-105.3261383!2d40.0481951
I also reached out to the host of this home in downtown Boulder that hosts 5. I asked if it could host 6 and it looks like she offers a discount if people take care of her cat. Should have a response by the call this afternoon which I will try to make at least for a short time.
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25036673?adults=5&check_in=2020-01-23&check_out=2020-02-01&children=0&infants=0&source_impression_id=p3_1574170479_rfgprVlUNRJ0RtBC
If I can identify a group of people who is willing to commit and coordinate then I am happy to make the reservation in advance and have everyone reimburse me after via Paypal or check. We can exchange emails.
I will let someone else handle the car rental which can also be shared (:
Cheers!
(my email is kjharri3@ncsu.edu)
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Hi, kellie and leslie
I have been communicating with David and Deanna. Also looking at renting an Air B&B. I just sent them an email last night with 5 listing in boulder. I can include the two of you on the email.
I have rented a a Midsize SUV for those willing to contribute to cost would be great, 4 should fit comfortably with backpacks and and stuff. 5 would squeeze, but I am sure if we are creative we can make it work. I Fly in 01/23 and leave 02/02. I beleive Deanna and David arrive and departures are them same.
I will send the two of you an email shortly.
Gina
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Hi, kellie and leslie
I have been communicating with David and Deanna. Also looking at renting an Air B&B. I just sent them an email last night with 5 listing in boulder. I can include the two of you on the email.
I have rented a a Midsize SUV for those willing to contribute to cost would be great, 4 should fit comfortably with backpacks and and stuff. 5 would squeeze, but I am sure if we are creative we can make it work. I Fly in 01/23 and leave 02/02. I beleive Deanna and David arrive and departures are them same.
I will send the two of you an email shortly.
Gina
gmlobito1@gmail.com
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