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Step into the Future of Leadership

Acquire Transformative Coaching Skills

Go Beyond ICF Coaching Certification with the HAPPY System™

In today’s world, coaching is no longer optional—it’s a leadership superpower. Whether you want to elevate your influence, expand
your team’s potential, or become a world-class coach, our ICF-accredited program gives you the tools, mastery, and global
recognition to lead with impact.

Join us for a 1-hour online webinar where we’ll explore:

Lead with purpose. Coach with confidence. Be the change.

Who is This Program Designed For

Make the Difference Only You Can Make

Most coaching programs focus on techniques. At The Martin Institute, we focus on who you are becoming as a leader. Our coaching methodology brings presence, authenticity, and deep inner transformation to the heart of leadership.

It integrates:

This unique combination enables you to shift long-held patterns in yourself and others—often in a single session.

Why Leaders are Becoming Certified Coaches

Coaching doesn’t just change people—it transforms organisations. The ripple effect starts with you. This program sharpens your emotional intelligence, strategic clarity, and the ability to elevate others. Journey with us to:

Accelerate Your Growth & Influence

Develop deep self-awareness—recognised by Harvard Business Review as more valuable than an MBA for leadership success.

Lead with Confidence & Gravitas

Learn to listen deeply, ask powerful questions, and lead with awareness to inspire, challenge, and grow others.

Be the Leader Others Aspire to Follow

Use coaching skills to shift team dynamics, resolve conflict, and make decisions with clarity and empathy.

Future-proof your leadership career

An ICF credential sets you apart globally. It’s the gold standard recognised by top companies worldwide.

Drive cultural transformation

Coaching-led organisations grow 51% faster. Transform your team and your company from the inside out.

Become the leader you are meant to be.

Why is ICF-Certification a Strategic Advantage for Leaders?

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world’s most recognised professional coaching body, with 50,000+ members across 150 countries, responsible for setting professional standards, accrediting coaches and training schools. ICF credentials are increasingly seen as essential for both internal leaders and professional coaches.

Credentials matter in coach hiring

96% of organisations report that they prefer to hire coaches who hold a credential.

ICF: coaching’s trusted global standard

80% of organisations recognise ICF as the leading professional body for coaches.

ICF coaches Earn premium rates

Average income per hour is over US$200, US$400 and US$650 for ICF ACC, PCC, and MCC coaches, respectively.

Experience The Martin Institute Difference: More Than a Credential. A Transformation.

At The Martin Institute, we teach coaching as a way of being, and not just a skill. Experience a transformative learning journey with our unique HAPPY System™, where we redefine the coaching landscape beyond traditional ICF certification. Our HAPPY System™ Certified Professional Coach Training Program is specifically designed to help you:

Don't just get certified. Become the best coach you can be.

Your Masterclass Host

Avni Martin, MCC

Founder of The Martin Institute | Global Thought Leader | Renowned Coach Trainer

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Avni Martin is an ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC), a credential held by fewer than 4% of coaches worldwide. She is the creator of the HAPPY Coaching System™ and the author of the Penguin-published book Happy Ever After – Transform Your Leaders, Teams, and Organisations with the HAPPY Coaching System™.

With over 22 years of experience, Avni has:

Your Certification Pathway

Our HAPPY™ Certified Coach Training Program gives you everything you need to become a confident, world-class coach—and thrive in your leadership.

Programs are delivered in-person and through flexible online sessions, designed to support busy professionals.

We offer both ICF Level 1 and Level 2 programs, with a seamless option to upgrade at any time.

Both programs include:

All-inclusive pricing. No hidden fees. Just results.

Complimentary Bonuses (Worth Over $5500)
Included in your enrolment at no extra cost

What Do Our Clients Say

What People Are Saying

Every leader can ignite greatness in themselves and others. Let’s turn this possibility into reality. Ready to start?