
Being called to guide, coach & lead powerful inner work, is not an easy path.
We earn the power to empower & enlighten.
We earn the freedom to turn our calling into a career.
We earn the abundance to make a living making a difference.
InnerLifeSkills is here to help.
—Colleen-Joy MCC founder
GET DOOR-OPENING, CREDIBLE CERTIFICATION, BUT DON’T FEEL CRUSHED BY RIGID RULES.
WE’VE BEEN ICF ACCREDITED SINCE 2012. WE’VE BEEN FREEING COACHES TO BE CREATIVE AND INTUITIVE SINCE 1998.





Want to Sample our Courses before enrolling?
MASTER COACH CAREER GROWTH
Learn how to turn your Natural Coaching skills into being a GO-TO Certified Master Coach.
ENNEAGRAM COACH GROWTH
Discover how to turn your love for the Enneagram into professional typing for teams and individuals.
PERSONAL & SPIRITUAL GROWTH
Experience the healing power of your Inner Wisdom, to boost your path from seeker to seer to sage.
These are the smiles of a few of our top graduates (real people doing real inner & outer work).
After teaching 35,000+ in 60+ countries,
we found that successful coaches always have these 4 Critical Keys.
Which can we help you with?

#1 CONFIDENT CLARITY
…to get UNSTUCK
Unsure what to do next? Need expert feedback?
HOW WE HELP:
- Take our free QUIZ “Do you have what it takes?”
- Attend our free Zoom MASTERCLASSES.
- Book a call for guidance (genuine help).
#2 CREDIBLE CERTIFICATION
…to achieve MASTERY
What certification path suits your vision, budget and schedule?
HOW WE HELP:
- Enroll for unique multi-niche short Zoom courses: Enneagram Coach, Intuition, Personal Power, Relationship, Systemic, Purpose and Dream Builder Coach.
- Check out our Master Coach ACTP program.
- Book a call to plan your personalized path (best for you).


#3 CUSTOM COACHING
…to become a GO-TO coach
Learn why custom un-niched coaching is the SECRET to being a GO-TO MASTER COACH earning you top REVIEWS & REFERRALS.
HOW WE HELP:
#4 CLIENT CASH-FLOW
…to build automated SYSTEMS
What do you need to be free from the selling hours trap? There is a way to market your work without being sleazy or cheesy.
HOW WE HELP:
- Enroll for our ABB Business Builder Zoom classes.
- Bring your questions to a live expert MASTERCLASS.
- Book a call for guidance (genuine help).


Did you know we teach…
Managers, Consultants, Psychologists, School Teachers, Attorneys and (even a golf-pro or two —who knew). Anyone inspired to inspire is welcome.

“Since certifying as a Master Coach with InnerLifeSkills I was able to build an executive and business coaching career with fortune 500 clients around the world. I’ve bought my dream home and have a freedom-based laptop lifestyle loving what I do.”
— Glenn-Douglas Haig MCC
“InnerLifeSkills gave me the typing skills and master coaching skills to build an Enneagram Coaching business with a social following and clients around the globe. I can take clients beyond the Enneagram because of my unique coaching toolbox.”
— Sophia Grobler, SAY COACH @enneagram_relationships, Mauritius


“I left a Senior IT Manager post to follow my passion for people development.
InnerLifeSkills is my second home. Love the people. Love the methodology of a structured supportive coaching approach.
All about Empowering you to Empower others.”— Eduan Pieterse, Empowered Living, Johannesburg
“InnerLifeSkills restored my faith in coaching, it completely exceeded all my expectations. I’ve experienced 3 different courses and hold 2 coaching qualifications. InnerLifeSkills was the only certification that not only gave me a complete set of tools and skills to support others through inner and outer obstacles, but it completely transformed and empowered me in the process.
It’s the only way to go!“
— Volker Schlettwein, Optim Academy Cape Town


“Excellent format for understanding the Enneagram.”
— Serwaa Anokye, USA
“If you are thinking about becoming a coach or wish to build on your existing coaching qualification look no further. You will not only be rewarded with a highly satisfying coaching career but you will also be a more empowered, wiser and enlightened individual.“
— Oksana Petersen, Nutrition Right, Switzerland



You don’t need to walk this path alone.
Give us 5 hours a week (3-hour Zoom classes + 2-hour practice), and we’ll give you all you need to fully step-up and step-in to your purpose as a professional internationally certified Master Coach.
Our top Master Coaches win 5-star rave reviews, referrals and 2-year contracts from happy clients because we equip them with…
- 6 Unique Powerful Toolboxes (offer more than to-do-list coaching): Intuition, Personal Power, Relationship, Systemic, Purpose and Dream Builder coaching.
- The BIG 4 in-demand Coaching Services (don’t limit yourself): Life Coaching, Enneagram , Business and Executive team coaching.
Match your time, budget & goals with our 5-star rated Certifications
Attend a 1-month short course to start slowly or for our FULL 1-year Master Coach Certification (which gives you all the short courses).
FOUNDATION COURSES [3 Weeks]

COACH 101 “Get world-class skills + tools to start coaching.“
BEST FOR: New life coaches, executive, business and multi-niche coaches. And for professionals adding coaching to their existing work – managers, leaders, consultants and counsellors.
- Learn 3 Critical Coaching Skills (start using them in class – this is real skills training).
- Gain our ready-to-coach 3-Step Method and 3 more to coach anyone, anywhere.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: FEBRUARY or JUNE or OCTOBER
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Wednesday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

ENNEAGRAM 101 “Discover your type + 3 maps for growth.”
BEST FOR: Enneagram Enthusiasts, aspiring Enneagram Practitioners and anyone wanting to start their Enneagram journey on solid ground.
- Discover your Enneagram type without needing unreliable tests.
- Learn our unique 3 Personality Pearls framework + understand all 9 Types.
- ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: JANUARY or JUNE or SEPTEMBER
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Wednesday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.
SHORT COURSES [3 Weeks] ENNEAGRAM COACH [5 Weeks]

ENNEAGRAM COACH “Offer professional typing sessions and growth paths without tests.”
BEST FOR: Enneagram Enthusiasts, leaders, coaches and professionals who want to add the power of the Enneagram to their work.
- Learn our trademarked 8-Step Enneagram narrative Typing Method (only from InnerLifeSkills).
- Offer the InnerLifeSkills Enneagram Kite process to guide others to grow.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 20 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: FEBRUARY or JUNE or SEPTEMBER
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 5 x Thursday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

INTUITION COACH “Find inner wisdom using powerful somatic coaching methods.”
BEST FOR: NATURAL COACHES, leaders, facilitators & counselors who want this unique InnerLifeSkills toolbox to guide others. AND GROWTH SEEKERS who love deepening their connection to inner wisdom.
- Learn 8 Intuitive Somatic Methods (only from InnerLifeSkills).
- Take your intuition to a new depth, creating aha–breakthrough insights.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: JANUARY or JUNE
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Monday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

PERSONAL POWER COACH “Claim the inner strength & inner peace of wholeness.”
BEST FOR: NATURAL COACHES consultants, leaders and practitioners passionate about helping others reclaim their power. AND GROWTH SEEKERS who want to transform inner lack into peaceful power.
- Learn 6 unique empowering PQF methods (only from InnerLifeSkills).
- Help yourself & Others to be confidently equal to life’s challenges.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: FEBRUARY or JULY
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Monday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

RELATIONSHIP COACH “Build strong whole relationships.”
BEST FOR: NATURAL COACHES, consultants, managers, leaders and service professionals who want to facilitate building lasting relationships. AND GROWTH SEEKERS tired of button-pushing jigsaw relating.
- Learn 4 unique relationship coaching methods (only from InnerLifeSkills).
- Understand the Enneagram of relating, conflict + compatibility needs.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: FEBRUARY or AUGUST
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Monday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

SYSTEMIC COACH “Hand back family baggage.“
BEST FOR: NATURAL COACHES, professionals, consultants, counselors and facilitators who want to add systemic coaching to their work. AND GROWTH SEEKERS looking to transform inner family dynamics.
- Learn 4 systemic coaching methods.
- Claim the inner strength of belonging, hand back burdens and receive the gifts of life.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: MARCH or SEPTEMBER
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Monday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

PURPOSE COACH “Find + free natural Apple Tree Purpose.“
BEST FOR: NATURAL COACHES, Life coaches, executive, business and Enneagram coaches, consultants, and leaders who love facilitating inspiring purpose discovery. AND GROWTH SEEKERS tired of chasing the burden of a DOING based purpose, ready to free their being.
- Learn 7 unique life-purpose methods (only from InnerLifeSkills).
- Free the natural Apple Tree BEING-QUEST purpose.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: APRIL or OCTOBER
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Monday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

DREAM BUILDER COACH “Build Natural Conscious Business & Brand Strategy.”
BEST FOR: NATURAL COACHES, Life Coaches, business coaches, consultants and business owners inspired to help others manifest personal and business brands. GROWTH SEEKERS inspired to build their dreams.
- Learn 11 unique step-by-step methods (only from InnerLifeSkills).
- Brainstorm brands, products and business strategies in a natural conscious way.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 11 hours CCE + ACSTH.
CHOOSE: MAY or OCTOBER
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 3 x Monday 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.
Choose from 3 levels of full ACTP International Certifications
Attend a once-a-week 3-hour Zoom class. Choose a 6-month or 12-month certification. Speak to us for helpful guidance.
FULL ACTP CERTIFICATION [6-12 MONTHS]

GLOBAL COACH 6-MONTHS 61 hours (enough for ACC credentialing) “Offer professional coaching with global skills and credible certification.”
BEST FOR: Natural coaches ready to offer professional coaching or professionals who want to add global coaching skills to their work.
- Learn 20+ powerful multi-niche processes (to use for teams and individuals).
- Get expert, helpful feedback from practical coaching sessions to quickly master your skills.
- Gain ACC hours + PCC professional-level competencies to coach anyone, anywhere, on any goal.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 61 hours of an ACTP (includes the 10 mentor hours and observed coaching sessions required by the ICF). Enneagram 101 and Coach 101 are included in this course.
CHOOSE: JANUARY or MAY
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 16 x 3-hour Wednesday Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

MASTER COACH 1-YEAR 127 hours (enough for PCC credentialing) “Everything you need to be a GO-TO multi-niche Master Coach.”
BEST FOR: Serious-about-your-career coaches, consultants, professionals who don’t want to be limited to one niche, who want to achieve mastery and offer a blend of professional life coaching, executive and business.
- Learn 60+ powerful multi-niche processes (far beyond to-do-list coaching).
- Get most of the short courses and their speciality certifications (excludes Enneagram Coach and ABB Coach Business Builder).
- Gain PCC master-level competencies to coach anyone, anywhere, on any goal.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 127 hours ACTP (includes the 10 mentor hours and observed coaching sessions required by the ICF).
CHOOSE: JANUARY or JUNE
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 34 x 3-hour Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

MASTER COACH 1-YEAR 207 hours (enough for MCC credentialing) “Everything you need to be a GO-TO multi-niche Master Coach with a client-attracting brand.”
BEST FOR: Serious-about-your-career coaches, consultants, professionals who don’t want to be limited to one niche, who want to achieve mastery, building a brand that offers a blend of professional life coaching, executive, business and Enneagram coaching.
- Learn 82 powerful multi-niche processes (stand above the competition).
- Get all of the above short courses and their specialty certifications.
- Achieve MCC master-level competencies to coach anyone, anywhere, on any goal.
- Gain expert guidance and feedback to build your client-attracting coaching products and brand.
- Receive ICF accredited certification 207 hours ACTP (includes the 10 mentor hours and observed coaching sessions required by the ICF).
CHOOSE: JANUARY or JUNE
TIMES ZONES: USA, UK, EUROPE, SA
Attend 63 x Zoom small-group classes with your expert instructor.

Nandha Govender found his purpose adding our Master Coaching skills to his role as a General Manager. He soon become an in-demand coach at work and was awarded non-executive board positions.

Murielle Marie (Belgium) took her business to the next level using our unique toolbox and multi-niche approach. Today she is a TEDx speaker, Instagram influencer and podcast host.

Sharni Quinn went from being a burnt out yogi to living her dream as a Lifestyle Life Coach and author.
She has international clients, working from Bali.

Since Khanya Matlala completed her certification with InnerLifeSkills, she became a Leadership and Career Coach, making expert guest appearances on television.
We’ve trained managers and staff in our coaching skills and unique processes at these incredible clients


Where does our loved brand InnerLifeSkills come from?
After a week of self-coaching meditation, filled with gratitude for decades of global success as a mentor, coach and speaker, Colleen-Joy was inspired to ‘find those who wanted to make a living making a real difference—and help them to succeed.’
INNERLIFESKILLS gives you unique tools to build INNER WISDOM WELLS, OVERCOME INNER OBSTACLES and FREE INNER WEALTH.
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