Welcome to the First Gathering of the Cambridge Coaching Society
We are delighted to invite you to the inaugural event of the Cambridge Coaching Society, a new initiative aimed at connecting individuals across the University of Cambridge—and beyond—who are engaged in or curious about the world of coaching in its many forms.
Date
30th April 2025
Time
17:30-20:00
Venue
Cambridge SU, University Centre, Granta Place, Mill Lane, Cambridge CB2 1RU
Cost
Free (Registration Required –
Limited to 40 participants)
Limited to 40 participants)
This informal and networking-focused evening is a unique opportunity to:
— Learn about CCS and its planned activities
— Meet fellow coaching enthusiasts and professionals from across the university community
— Connect with current students and alumni, tutors, and program leads
— Learn more about the coaching programs currently offered at Cambridge
— Explore research, initiatives, and opportunities within the coaching field
— Meet fellow coaching enthusiasts and professionals from across the university community
— Connect with current students and alumni, tutors, and program leads
— Learn more about the coaching programs currently offered at Cambridge
— Explore research, initiatives, and opportunities within the coaching field
Who Should Attend:
This event is open to current members of the University of Cambridge and also to those outside the university who have a strong interest in coaching and are considering applying for one of Cambridge’s coaching-related programs.
This event is open to current members of the University of Cambridge and also to those outside the university who have a strong interest in coaching and are considering applying for one of Cambridge’s coaching-related programs.
What to Expect:
We’ll begin with a welcome from the President Mehryar Hamid and Vice President Kristina Lebedeva of the society, followed by two engaging talks:
We’ll begin with a welcome from the President Mehryar Hamid and Vice President Kristina Lebedeva of the society, followed by two engaging talks:
Speakers
Dr James Underwood
Academic Director, MSt in Coaching at the University of Cambridge
James will speak about his current work on community building and knowledge sharing—key themes that resonate deeply with coaching practice.
Dr Alex Carter
Lead Tutor, Philosophy Module, MSt in Coaching at the University of Cambridge
Alex will offer insights into recent academic research in the coaching space, with a focus on philosophical foundations of coaching.
Timetable
17:30–17:45
17:30–17:45
Welcome from President Mehryar Hamid and Vice President Kristina Lebedeva
17:45–18:10
17:45–18:10
Talk by Dr James Underwood: Coaching and Education at Cambridge
18:10–18:35
18:10–18:35
Talk by Dr Alex Carter: Philosophical Foundations of Coaching
18:35–19:00
18:35–19:00
Overview of Coaching Programs & Research Opportunities at Cambridge
19:00–20:00
19:00–20:00
Informal Networking & Closing Conversations
Register now
Spaces are limited to 40 attendees, so early registration is essential.