Forum Groups are a unique kind of small group. Members commit for one year, meeting monthly and sharing a private retreat. Led by a trained facilitator, these groups create an experience rather than follow a curriculum. Forum Groups build a supportive community where individuals can know themselves and each other better as a result of spending time together.
The purpose of the Forum Group Facilitator Certification Program is to train and empower you to create & lead your own forum groups that have the power to transform lives.
During the training, you will acquire essential skills and knowledge, including:
- The foundational structure of a forum group
- The significance of empathy and vulnerability in fostering meaningful connections
- How to guide and moderate sessions effectively
- Strategies for cultivating a sense of community among group members
- Best practices for maintaining a professional environment and functioning as an effective facilitator
After completing this training, you’ll receive ongoing mentorship, guidance on pricing your forum group, and assistance in placing members into a small group forum specifically hand picked for you
Our vision is to establish small groups with strong compatibility, chemistry, and capacity—groups that will thrive for years to come.
Training taught by Debbie Holcomb.
Forum Groups are a unique kind of small group. Members commit for one year, meeting monthly and sharing a private retreat. Led by a trained facilitator, these groups create an experience rather than follow a curriculum. Forum Groups build a supportive community where individuals can know themselves and each other better as a result of spending time together.
The purpose of the Forum Group Facilitator Certification Program is to train and empower you to create & lead your own forum groups that have the power to transform lives.
During the training, you will acquire essential skills and knowledge, including:
- The foundational structure of a forum group
- The significance of empathy and vulnerability in fostering meaningful connections
- How to guide and moderate sessions effectively
- Strategies for cultivating a sense of community among group members
- Best practices for maintaining a professional environment and functioning as an effective facilitator
After completing this training, you’ll receive ongoing mentorship, guidance on pricing your forum group, and assistance in placing members into a small group forum specifically hand picked for you
Our vision is to establish small groups with strong compatibility, chemistry, and capacity—groups that will thrive for years to come.
Training taught by Debbie Holcomb.
Dates: December 5 - 6, 2026. Saturday 6:00 PM - Sunday 12:00 Noon PM.
Location: 6100 East Riverside Blvd, Suite 6172, Loves Park, IL 61111
Cost:
$595 (includes Saturday dinner + additional training*)
$545 (without dinner)
*Saturday dinner includes a special training on how to host forum group dinners.
Accommodations: Local hotels are available. You may also inquire about staying at Scott Ege’s B&B.
