This March, an all-time high of 141 attendees completed the Military Women’s Coaching Certification Seminar, powered by Wounded Warrior Project. This record exceeds not only past Military Women’s seminars but also exceeds all virtual seminars to date. Thank you to Melissa Washington and the Women’s Veteran’s Alliance for driving almost 1,000 total seminar registrants!
While the seminar delivered content centered around coaching the whole person by applying interactive high human skills and wellness concepts like sleep, breathing, and nutrition, it prioritized experiential presentations from an incredible line-up of inspirational women. The week opened with a powerful keynote address by former A-10 pilot and retired Air Force Colonel Kim “KC” Campbell, who recalled the night her aircraft was hit over Bagdad before she was able to return to base and land it safely. Colonel (retired) Campbell noted how preparatory work develops the competence needed to increase confidence.
The week was hosted by Sports Performance Director, Johannah Zabal, who conveyed the power of self-awareness within her presentation, “Know Thyself.” She emphasized that true knowledge of self serves as a precursor to initiating a well-oriented but forever evolving mission statement, and then charged attendees with creating their own mission statements.
Guest presenters included Dr. Belisa Vranich covering the science of breathing, Dr. Allison Brager discussing sleep for performance, Holly West explained about how to translate military service into coaching, and Lilly Vanek providing an introduction to nutrition. Dr. Anna Swisher from USA Weightlifting discussed the “soft” side of coaching while Laura Busby and Jen Block, both from the Air Force Academy talked about culture and transition from military into sports administration, respectively.
Attendee and now Military Women’s Certified Soldier Coach, Shiela Farr, shared the following powerful testimonial:
The coaching program I participated in was nothing short of transformative. It not only helped me rediscover my “why” but reignited a profound sense of enthusiasm for serving our veterans. Through insightful guidance and thought-provoking exercises, the program facilitated a deep exploration of my core values, passions, and motivations. By reconnecting with my purpose and aligning it with the noble mission of supporting our veterans, I found renewed clarity, inspiration, and direction in my endeavors. The program’s holistic approach, coupled with the unwavering support of the coach and fellow participants, fostered a nurturing environment for personal growth and self-discovery. I am immensely grateful for the invaluable insights and newfound sense of purpose I gained from this coaching journey. It has truly reignited my passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who have served our country.
Thank you, Coach Farr, for sharing such heartfelt words. Thank you to the other 137 newly certified Soldier Coaches for dedicating your time and attention during four full evenings of virtual content. Finally, thank you to the presenters for donating your time, energy, and expertise to empowering current and former members of the military community so they can become character based coaches in their communities and beyond.
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