Coaching Square Swiss

What Coaching Square Swiss does

Coaching Square Swiss is a privately-held professional coaching and leadership development institute headquartered in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, founded in 2009 as a sister operation to Belgium's Training & Coaching Square. The firm specializes in ICF-accredited coach certification programs — including Coach Pro 1 (leading to ACC), Coach Pro 2 (PCC), the combined Coach Pro 1&2 (ICF Level 2, CHF 9,820), and the advanced BLOOM identity coaching program — alongside team coaching (AATC-accredited), Process Communication Model training, Manager Coach leadership programs, Collective Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, and preparation for the Swiss Federal Diploma of Superviseur-Coach. It serves four primary customer segments: organizations and enterprises in French-speaking Switzerland seeking leadership development and organizational transformation, HR professionals, managers and executives, and aspiring or experienced professional coaches.

Name

Coaching Square Swiss

Legal name

Coaching Square Swiss

Website

https://coachingsquare.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Coaching Square Swiss is a Neuchâtel-based coaching institute delivering ICF-accredited coach certification programs, leadership training, team coaching, and individual coaching services to enterprises, managers, HR professionals, and aspiring coaches across French-speaking Switzerland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Coaching Training and Leadership Development

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

C-Suite & Senior Executive Coaching (EDABANAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Strategy, Decision-Making & Business Acumen Coaching (EDABANAH)

Keywords

• Professional coaching training
• ICF certification programs
• Leadership development
• Executive coaching services
• Team coaching certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Neuchâtel

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Coach Certification Training Programs: Revenue from professional coaching certification courses (ICF-accredited) including Coach Pro 1 (ACC ICF), Coach Pro 2 (PCC ICF), combined Coach Pro 1&2, BLOOM identity coaching, and Federal Diploma preparation. Programs range from CHF 3,990 to CHF 9,820 with modular pricing.
2. Team Coaching Programs: Revenue from systemic team coaching certification programs and management training including CSS Team Coaching, Manager Coach, Collective Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, and Process Communication. Pricing from CHF 2,800 to CHF 4,500.
3. Individual and Executive Coaching Services: Revenue from individual coaching engagements for executives, managers, and employees. Coaching trajectories of 3 to 10 sessions of 1h15. Also includes organization-level coaching.
4. Corporate Training and Consulting: In-company training programs tailored to specific organizational needs and culture. HR consulting and strategic advisory services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Coaching Square Swiss delivers ICF-accredited professional coaching certification programs (Coach Pro 1, Coach Pro 2, BLOOM identity coaching, Federal Diploma for Superviseur-Coach) and team coaching specializations using its proprietary HILL experiential learning methodology. For corporate clients, it provides customized in-company leadership training (Manager Coach, Collective Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Process Communication, Team Dynamics) along with individual executive coaching and organizational transformation services across Suisse Romande.

Product overview

Coaching Square Swiss offers a comprehensive portfolio of professional coaching and leadership development programs. The core offering centers on ICF-accredited certification programs (Coach Pro 1 and 2) that train professional coaches using the HILL methodology, progressing through foundational skills (Coach Pro 1), advanced expertise (Coach Pro 2), and identity-level coaching (BLOOM). Specializations include Team Coaching (AATC-accredited), Process Communication Model (PCM), and Federal Diploma preparation for Supervisor-Coach certification. For organizational clients, they provide Manager Coach, Collective Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, and Team Dynamics programs. Coaching services include individual coaching, personality profiling, team coaching, and organizational transformation coaching. All programs are delivered in French with a blended learning approach combining in-person training, e-learning (via Digiforma), supervised practice, and individual coaching sessions. The company operates primarily in Swiss Romande with locations in Neuchâtel, Lausanne, Geneva, Valais, and Fribourg.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Manager 4.0 Acteur des transformations: Business and leadership training division focusing on transformation and management development
• Coach Pro 1&2
• BLOOM
• Coaching & Mentoring Academy

Products and services

• Coach Pro 1 & 2: Fondations et Expertise Combined ICF Level 2 accredited professional coaching certification program covering foundational (Coach Pro 1) and advanced expertise (Coach Pro 2) modules. Includes 12 days of training, individual coaching with personality profiles, supervised practice, and certification preparation for ACC and PCC ICF credentials.
• Coach Pro 1: Fondations Foundational ICF and EDUQUA accredited coaching certification leading to ACC ICF credential. 4 days of training plus supervision, individual coaching, and practical exercises using the HILL methodology.
• Coach Pro 2: Expertise Advanced ICF and EDUQUA accredited coaching expertise program focusing on deeper coaching competencies, values-based coaching, belief work, and identity-level coaching. Prerequisite: Coach Pro 1 or equivalent.
• BLOOM – Coaching Identitaire 10-day intensive identity coaching and life purpose program for experienced coaches using triple-loop coaching methodology. Focuses on life transitions, emotional maturity, self-regulation, and spiritual dimensions over a 15-month journey.
• Coaching d'Équipe Systémique ICF CCE accredited systemic team coaching program with competence module (4 days) and certification module (2 days) leading to AATC accreditation. Teaches systemic approaches to analyze and transform team dynamics.
• Coach Process Communication (PCM) Process Communication Model certification program for coaches and consultants. Two levels plus certification teaching six personality types, communication strategies, psychological needs, and stress behavior management.
• Diplôme Fédéral de Superviseur-Coach Modular Swiss Federal Diploma preparation program for Superviseur-Coach examination. Includes supervision training, coaching cabinet development, mentorship for coaching concept, and diploma work mentorship. 50% of costs reimbursable by Swiss Confederation.
• Manager Coach Leadership training program for managers and leaders to develop coaching competencies that guide collaborators toward creativity and autonomy. Includes a coaching component.
• Intelligence Collective Certifiable 3-day training for team leaders and managers in collective intelligence methodologies for improving team performance and alignment.
• Process Communication© Niveau 1 (Manager Edition) Process Communication training tailored for managers, HR professionals, and coaches to develop communication impact and adapt to different personality types.
• Intelligence Émotionnelle Two-module emotional intelligence development program for managers, executives, and HR professionals using the EQ-i 2.0 assessment.
• Facilitateur de la Dynamique d'Équipe 3-day in-person training for creating and maintaining collaborative team dynamics.
• Coaching Individuel One-on-one executive, manager, HR, and employee coaching engagements delivered in trajectories of 3 to 10 sessions of 1h15 each.
• Profils de Personnalité Personality profiling services using Ennéagramme and EQ-i assessments to help individuals discover core personality characteristics.
• Accompagnement d'Équipe Team coaching service for teams seeking to refine collaboration models toward sustainable performance and long-term effectiveness.
• Coaching d'Organisation Organizational transformation coaching for organizations seeking to evolve toward greater sustainability and systemic change.
• Supervision de Coach Group coaching supervision sessions for practicing coaches to progress in their work with peer feedback.
• Campus – Communauté Coachs Annual community membership for the coach network providing ongoing peer support, shared experiences, and continued development.
• L'IA au service du Coach Workshop for coaches on using artificial intelligence tools to augment their coaching practice.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% of Federal Diploma training costs reimbursable by the Swiss Confederation when registering for the exam

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and minor.

• Training & Coaching Square (Belgium)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic founding partner and co-creator of professional coaching in Belgium. Coaching Square Swiss and Training & Coaching Square share founders (Marleen Boen et al.) and are described as co-founders of professional coaching in Belgium. Jointly developed coaching methodologies and programs. First ICF-recognized institute in Belgium in 2007.
• Coaching.com (CoachLogix, Inc.)supportingTechnology or IntegrationExternal coaching management platform used to support coaching processes. Certified under EU-US Data Privacy Framework (DPF), Swiss-US DPF, and UK extension for personal data protection. Data deleted from platform after debriefing and invoice settlement.
• DigiformasupportingTechnology or IntegrationE-learning and participant data management platform used for training administration, course materials, and participant records. 100% compatible with European GDPR/NLPD as of 2018. Data stored in Swiss and European clouds.
• Elevate CoachminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNathalie Winter's coaching practice. Partner for Federal Diploma of Superviseur-Coach program delivery. Represents collaboration with specialized coach network.
• International Coach Federation (ICF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerICF is the primary credentialing and ethical framework body for the coaching industry. Coaching Square Swiss adheres to ICF's ethical charter and code of conduct. All coaches and trainees must follow ICF standards. ICF accreditation of programs enables ACC and PCC certifications.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• CoachHub: Berlin-based digital coaching platform combining AI-driven coach matching with global certified coach network for enterprise leadership development. Targets the same HR/executive buyer segment as CSS in-company training but with a digital-first delivery model and broader geographic reach.
• BetterUp: US-based digital coaching and leadership development platform offering 1:1 coaching, coaching circles, and AI-enhanced development tools to enterprises globally. A meaningful indirect competitor to CSS's enterprise leadership and executive coaching engagements via a scalable digital model.

Broad incumbents

• IMD Business School: Swiss-based international business school offering executive education, leadership programs, and personalized coaching for senior executives. Comparable to CSS on Swiss market presence and leadership/executive development, with a much broader portfolio and faculty-based model.
• Korn Ferry: Global organizational consulting firm with a large executive coaching and leadership development practice serving enterprise clients. Competes with CSS for enterprise coaching budgets but as part of a much broader talent, search, and advisory portfolio rather than a specialized coach-training niche.
• Center for Creative Leadership (CCL): Global leadership research and development institution offering executive coaching, leadership programs, and coach training. Overlaps with CSS on executive coaching, leadership development, and coach certification, but operates at much larger scale and broader portfolio across multiple geographies.

Direct peers

• Newfield Network: Long-established ontological coaching school offering ICF-approved certification (ACC/PCC/MCC) and leadership programs globally. Overlaps with CSS on coach certification pathways, somatic/ontological pedagogy, and the same practitioner-audience customer segment across Europe and the Americas.
• CRR Global: Global originator of the ORSC (Organization & Relationship Systems Coaching) team-coaching methodology and ICF-accredited certification pathway. Highly comparable to CSS on the systemic team-coaching certification offering (CSS's AATC-aligned Coaching d'Équipe Systémique) and shared customer segment of HR leaders and team coaches.
• Training & Coaching Square (Belgium): The Belgian sister/co-founding institute sharing founders (Marleen Boen et al.) with Coaching Square Swiss. Offers the same ICF-accredited Coach Pro 1&2, team coaching, and PCM programs and was the first ICF-recognized training institute in Belgium in 2007—making it the closest direct peer and structural twin of CSS.
• Metasysteme: Swiss/French-speaking executive coaching firm offering systemic team coaching, leadership development, and certification, based in the same Swiss/French-speaking market as CSS with comparable ICF-aligned methodology and target buyers (HR directors, executives).

Others

• Talent Q (by Korn Ferry) / Right Management: Global talent and career development provider offering leadership and coaching solutions to enterprises. Adjacent to CSS's in-company leadership training and HR consulting offerings rather than direct head-to-head, but competes for similar corporate leadership development budgets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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