Forum Group Facilitator Certification Program

$595.00

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. 

Cost: $595
December 11 - 13, 2026
at Rooted Oaks Ranch in Magnolia, Texas

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. 

Cost: $595
December 11 - 13, 2026
at Rooted Oaks Ranch in Magnolia, Texas

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Dates: December 11 - 13, 2026
Friday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday 8:30 am - 8:30 pm  (including dinner + training)
Sunday 8:30 am - Noon 

Bring your own Lunch for Saturday. Snacks and beverages will be provided throughout the day.

Location: Rooted Oaks Ranch in Magnolia, TX

Cost: $595 (includes Saturday dinner + additional training*)

*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 Rooted Oaks Ranch for an additional fee.