What is included in a coaching contract?

A coaching contract outlines the terms and expectations of the coaching relationship between the coach and the client. Here are elements that can be included in a coaching contract:

Name and contact information of coach and client
In the contract it is clearly identifies who the client is, and who the coach is. There is contact information such as e-mail addresses and phone numbers for the client as well as for the coach.

Coaching goals
The coach and the client agree on goals of the coaching relationship. This section may outline specific goals the client wants to achieve through the coaching process, and how the progress of the client will be measured.

Type of coaching provided
This section outlines what type of coaching services will be provided.

Frequency and duration of services
The frequency and duration of coaching sessions are mentioned in this part.

Methods of communication
Methods of communication can, for example, include communication via video call, communication via messaging services such as WhatsApp, communication via social media, and in-person sessions in physical locations.

Responsibilities of the coach and the client
This section clarifies the responsibilities of both the coach and the client in the coaching relationship. It may include expectations around attendance, participation, communication between sessions, and any homework or actions to be completed by the client. This section helps set expectations for the contributions to the coaching process of both the client and the coach.

Confidentiality
A confidentiality clause in the coaching contract ensures that all information shared during coaching sessions will be kept confidential.

Price and payment
This section outlines the price of coaching, payment methods as well as the time the client has to pay for coaching services.

Duration of the coaching relationship
This section deals with the duration of the coaching relationship.

Sources of inspiration:
chat.openai.com
you.com

    Published by

    Frank Calberg

    Curious person. frankcalberg.com

    Leave a comment