Coaching Agreement
This COACHING AGREEMENT (‘’this Agreement’’) is entered into between [NAME] of
address [ADDRESS] (“the Coach/ Company”) and [NAME] of address ADDRESS
on [DATE].
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, and of the mutual promises and
undertakings herein contained, the parties, intending to be legally bound, do agree as follows:
Description of Coaching: Coaching is a partnership (defined as an alliance and not a legal
business partnership) between the Coach and the client in a thought-provoking and creative
process that inspires the client to maximize personal and professional potential. This coaching is
designed to facilitate the creation/development of personal, professional or business goals and to
develop and carry out a strategy/plan for achieving those goals.
- Coach-Client Relationship
A. Coach agrees to maintain the ethics and standards of behavior established by the International
Coach Federation “(ICF)” (Coachfederation.org/ethics). It is recommended that the client review
the ICF Code of Ethics and the applicable standards of behavior.
B. Client is solely responsible for creating and implementing his/her own physical, mental and
emotional well-being, decisions, choices, actions and results arising out of or resulting from the
coaching relationship and his/her coaching calls and interactions with the Coach. As such, the
Client agrees that the Coach is not and will not be liable or responsible for any actions or
inaction, or for any direct or indirect result of any services provided by the Coach. Client
understands coaching is not therapy and does not substitute for therapy if needed, and does not
prevent, cure, or treat any mental disorder or medical disease.
C. Client further acknowledges that he/she may terminate or discontinue the coaching
relationship at any time.
D. Client acknowledges that coaching is a comprehensive process that may involve different
areas of his or her life, including work, finances, health, relationships, education and recreation.
The Client agrees that deciding how to handle these issues, incorporate coaching principles into
those areas and implementing choices is exclusively the Client’s responsibility.
E. Client acknowledges that coaching does not involve the diagnosis or treatment of mental
disorders as defined by the American Psychiatric Association and that coaching is not to be used
as a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care, substance
abuse treatment, or other professional advice by legal, medical or other qualified professionals
and that it is the Client’s exclusive responsibility to seek such independent professional guidance
as needed. If Client is currently under the care of a mental health professional, it is recommended
that the Client promptly inform the mental health care provider of the nature and extent of the
coaching relationship agreed upon by the Client and the Coach.
F. The Client understands that in order to enhance the coaching relationship, the Client agrees to
communicate honestly, be open to feedback and assistance and to create the time and energy to
participate fully in the program.
- Services
The parties agree to engage in a _ month Coaching Program. The meetings shall be one
on one meeting sessions. Coach will be available to Client by e-mail and voicemail in between
scheduled meetings as defined by the Coach. Coach may also be available for additional time,
per Client’s request on a prorated basis rate of __ (for example, reviewing documents,
reading or writing reports, engaging in other Client related services outside of coaching hours).
- Schedule and Fees
This coaching agreement is valid as of [insert date]. The client is to pay 100% of the coaching
fee of the hourly rate ahead of a call via email /payment system.
Each coach’s hourly rate varies from $119 to $ 297.
The calls/meetings shall be __ (length of call or meeting for example 30, 45, 60, 90,
120 minutes). If rates change before this agreement has been signed and dated, the prevailing
rates will apply. - Refund policy
The refund policy in effect for the term of this Agreement is as follows:
A client shall receive no refunds except for our digital products only.
In the event a client would like to change call time, the change must be 7 days in advance
Refunds are offered 30 days of emailing help@highintegrityskills.com but coaching
cannot be refunded once paid for. - Procedure
The time of the coaching meetings and/or location will be determined by Coach and Client based
on a mutually agreed upon time. The Client will initiate all scheduled calls and will call the
Coach at the following number for all scheduled meetings [xxx-xxx-xxxx.] If the Coach will be
at any other number for a scheduled call, Client will be notified prior to the scheduled
appointment time. - Confidentiality
This coaching relationship, as well as all information (documented or verbal) that the Client
shares with the Coach as part of this relationship, is bound by the principles of confidentiality set
forth in the ICF Code of Ethics. However, please be aware that the Coach-Client relationship is
not considered a legally confidential relationship (like the medical and legal professions) and
thus communications are not subject to the protection of any legally recognized privilege. The
Coach agrees not to disclose any information pertaining to the Client without the Client’s written
consent. The Coach will not disclose the Client’s name as a reference without the Client’s
consent. Confidential Information does not include information that: (a) was in the Coach’s
possession prior to its being furnished by the Client; (b) is generally known to the public or in the
Client’s industry; (c) is obtained by the Coach from a third party, without breach of any
obligation to the Client; (d) is independently developed by the Coach without use of or reference
to the Client’s confidential information; or (e) the Coach is required by statute, lawfully issued
subpoena, or by court order to disclose; (f) is disclosed to the Coach and as a result of such
disclosure the Coach reasonably believes there to be an imminent or likely risk of danger or harm
to the Client or others; and (g) involves illegal activity. The Client also acknowledges his or her
continuing obligation to raise any confidentiality questions or concerns with the Coach in a
timely manner. - Release of Information (Optional, based upon specific situation)
The Coach engages in training and continuing education pursuing and/or maintaining ICF
(International Coach Federation) Credentials. That process requires the names and contact
information of all Clients for possible verification by ICF. By signing this agreement, you agree
to have only your name, contact information and start and end dates of coaching shared with ICF
staff members and/or other parties involved in this process for the sole and necessary purpose of
verifying the coaching relationship, no personal notes will be shared.
Client Agrees ______ Client Refuses _____
According to the ethics of our profession, topics may be anonymously and hypothetically shared
with other coaching professionals for training, supervision, mentoring, evaluation, and for coach
professional development and/or consultation purposes.
- Cancellation Policy
Client agrees that it is the Client’s responsibility to notify the Coach 7 days in advance of the
scheduled calls/meetings. Coach reserves the right to bill Client for a missed meeting. Coach will
attempt in good faith to reschedule the missed meeting. - Record Retention Policy (Optional, if the Coach as adopted such a policy)
The Client acknowledges that the Coach has disclosed his/her record retention policy with
respect to documents, information and data acquired or shared during the term of the Coach-
Client relationship. Such records will be maintained by the Coach in a format of the Coach’s
choice (print or digital/electronic) for a period of not less than _ years. - Termination
Either the Client or the Coach may terminate this Agreement at any time with _______weeks
written notice. Client agrees to compensate the Coach for all coaching services rendered through
and including the effective date of termination of the coaching relationship.
If client misses 3 scheduled calls, the agreement shall be terminated.
If client fails to pay ahead of a call, the agreement is terminated. - Limited Liability
Except as expressly provided in this Agreement, the Coach makes no guarantees, representations
or warranties of any kind or nature, express or implied with respect to the coaching services
negotiated, agreed upon and rendered. In no event shall the Coach be liable to the Client for any
indirect, consequential or special damages. Notwithstanding any damages that the Client may
incur, the Coach’s entire liability under this Agreement, and the Client’s exclusive remedy, shall
be limited to the amount actually paid by the Client to the Coach under this Agreement for all
coaching services rendered through and including the termination date. - Entire Agreement
This document reflects the entire agreement between the Coach and the Client, and reflects a
complete understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter. This Agreement
supersedes all prior written and oral representations. The Agreement may not be amended,
altered or supplemented except in writing signed by both the Coach and the Client. - Dispute Resolution
If a dispute arises out of this Agreement that cannot be resolved by mutual consent, the Client
and Coach agree to attempt to mediate in good faith for up to (certain amount of time such as 30
days) after notice given. If the dispute is not so resolved, and in the event of legal action, the
prevailing party shall be entitled to recover attorney’s fees and court costs from the other party. - Severability
If any provision of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason,
the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable. If the Court finds that any
provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting such provision it
would become valid and enforceable, then such provision shall be deemed to be written,
construed, and enforced as so limited.
- Waiver
The failure of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a
waiver or limitation of that party’s right to subsequently enforce and compel strict compliance
with every provision of this Agreement. - Applicable Law
This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of
California without giving effect to any conflicts of law provisions. - Binding Effect
This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors and
permissible assigns.
Please sign both copies and return one copy of this Client Agreement prior to the first scheduled
coaching meeting. Retain one copy for your records and mail the other to:
Coach and Address:
CLIENT:
Client Name and address
Name/Title:
Signature: Date:
Coach/ for _ (company name)
Name/Title: Coach and title
Signature: Date:
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