"I would wholeheartedly recommend taking Daren’s foundation training in Nonviolent Communication.  There is an excellent balance between theory and practice, and Daren held space for any questions or current interpersonal difficulties with presence, depth and nuance.  Thank you for the insightful and deeply helpful sessions." - Ena SJ, Sept 2023

"The Foundation NVC course with Daren De Witt is the first course I’ve ever done where the learning that has happened within me is a certainty.  Yes I will have to practise but, even if I didn’t, my awareness around language cannot now be undone.  The course truly exceeded my expectations.  A huge bonus was the course being split over two weekends. The opportunity this created to live the practice was invaluable.  To top it off, the online setting seemed only to enhance our experience and the bond between us, something we could not have predicted."  – Alia James, April 2020

“This is the training I have done that has touched me the most.  I truly believe I’ll carry these lessons for life!” – Livia B, Oct 2022

NVC Level 1 Foundation Training Overview

This Nonviolent Communication Online Foundation Training will equip you with the essential theory and skills to put NVC into practice in your daily life, at work, with your family or in society.  The emphasis on the training is on learning through practice, with sufficient theoretical input to clarify the basic elements of NVC.  The training is facilitated by Daren De Witt, a certified trainer with the Centre for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC) since 2003.  Daren trained extensively with Marshall Rosenberg, the creator of NVC, and was part of the team that supported him on his visits to the UK between 2001-6.  You will receive a certificate of attendance at the end of the training.

Why attend this NVC Level 1 Foundation Training?

- The total training time is 14-16 hours (when held face to face previously, training time totalled 12 hours).
- There will be a maximum of 12 participants, which means you will get more individual attention from Daren.
- Each participant will also have a 45 minute personal coaching session with Daren, either on the final day of the training or arranged as a private 1to1 session at a mutually convenient time after the final day of the training.
- Theory input sessions during the training will be recorded (with participants’ consent) and made available for you to download afterwards.
- You will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the foundation training.
- Daren has more than 23 years personal experience of NVC to share with you.  He also trained with Marshall Rosenberg, the creator of NVC, from the year 2000 to 2006.

About NVC

Nonviolent Communication is a powerful communication tool that can help you to transform your relationships with other people, and even with yourself!

NVC is particularly useful when people are communicating in challenging ways – with aggression or non-compliance.  It is also a powerful empathy tool – it will help you to support people who are in pain or confusion, to help them understand themselves more and find inner calm and peace.  And it is a powerful tool for self-empathy – it will help you to understand yourself better and make more effective choices in your own life and relationships.

Programme Outline

The training will take place over four mornings, on Saturdays and Sundays spanning two weekends.  Over the course of this Nonviolent Communication online foundation training you will gradually deepen your understanding and practice of NVC.  The practice exercises evolve from simpler to more challenging as the training progresses.

Session one: Sat 24th August 2024

Timings:  9.30am-2pm UK/London time (includes 4 hours training time and 30 minutes total break time).
Topics covered:
- Introductions
- The intention of NVC
- Four key steps to creating empathic connection

Session two: Sun 25th August 2024

Timings:  9.30am-1.30pm UK/London time (includes 3.5 hours training time and 30 minutes total break time)
Topics covered:
- Disconnecting language
- Four ways of listening & responding to others
- Four key ingredients of NVC

Session three: Sat 31st August 2024

Timings:  9.30am-1.30pm UK/London time (includes 3.5 hours training time and 30 minutes total break time)
Topics covered:
- Self-empathy exploration
- Extended empathy practice

Session four: Sun 1st September 2024

Timings:  9.30am-2pm UK/London time (includes 4 hours training time and 30 minutes total break time).
Topics covered:
- Aligning ourselves with the intention of NVC during conflict.
- Three participants will have a session of 45 minutes in length during which they will have the opportunity to work through a conflict scenario with coaching support from Daren.  Other participants usually learn a lot through the opportunity to observe these coaching sessions.  If you don't have your coaching session on this day, then Daren will arrange for you to have a 45 minute individual coaching session with him on a 1to1 or small group basis at a mutually convenient time after the training has ended.
- We will finish with a 30 minute session, during which Daren will share other options for following up with NVC and we will have a check out round in the group.

Daren and his assistant will provide coaching support throughout the training.

Prices:

Individual rates (If you are paying for the training from your own pocket):

If you earn less than £20,000 before tax:  £160
If you earn between £20,000-£30,000 before tax:  £220
If you earn between £30,000-£45,000 before tax:  £280
If you earn more than £45,000 before tax:  £350
Concessions available:  If any of these prices would make it difficult for you to attend, please contact Daren via the contact options below.  He is happy to discuss this with you.

Organisational rates (If your employer is paying for your place on the training):

Small Charity rate:  £250 (If you work for a charity with fewer than 15 employees and they will pay for the training).
Public sector / Large Charity rate:  £300 (If you work for a public sector organisation, such as a local council or the NHS, or a charity with more than 15 employees, and they will pay for the training).
Private sector rate:  £370 (If you work for a profit making company and they will pay for the training).
Concessions available:   If any of these prices would make it difficult for you to attend, please contact Daren via the contact options below.  He is happy to discuss this with you.

To book

To book onto or to discuss this training, please email Daren at nvcresolutions[at]gmail.com and he will email booking instructions to you.  If you wish to talk to Daren about any aspect of the training, please email him to arrange a phone call.

More comments from previous participants:

"I loved working with Daren.  Before working together I had some knowledge of NVC, but after this workshop, I feel like this knowledge is now really embodied and close to home.  Practicing NVC has become that much easier." - Adrienne Teicher, Dec 2022

"Even online, Daren creates a warm grounded atmosphere which lays the groundwork for connection.  I loved the pace of this learning, and the many opportunities to practice what was under discussion, and the way the different components came together in the final day.  I also really appreciated the coaching sessions." - S O'Toole, Aug, 2021

"The NVC foundation training course was the perfect opportunity for me to practice and embed the theory of NVC that I had learned from Marshall’s book.  The mixture of theory with exercises and role plays, the moments provided for meditation and self-connection as well as the time taken by Daren to thoroughly answer any questions and concerns, made the course a deep and meaningful learning experience.  The fact that the course was held online due to the Covid pandemic did not detract from the trust and connection that was built up over the two weekends which I feel was aided hugely by Daren’s authenticity, warmth and calm presence.  The strong connections made between course members has enabled us to continue working together post-training to deepen our NVC practice." - J Yeung, Sept 2020

"This online NVC course is perfect.  I highly recommend Daren’s course, he perfectly balances NVC theory and practice and is flexible and attentive to the group’s needs.  I value this experience very highly, the lessons learned are lasting and a great introduction to the practice of NVC."  - Maria Sbiti, April 2020

"I appreciated Daren’s anecdotes of putting this into practice, his realism, his honesty, his careful pairing and overwhelmingly positive responses, plenty of opportunity to practice, humour and a safe space to explore and be vulnerable." – R Woolhouse, May 2019

"The NVC foundation training I did with Daren has been one of the most valuable workshops I’ve ever attended!  I’ve become more empathic and more in tune with my needs/feelings.  I still have a long way to go, but I see progress and it’s motivating." – D Denisjonok, Oct 2018

"Amazing experience, with a lot of practice and in-depth material.  Highly recommended!" – M Coman, April 2018

"I’m amazed by how much has become clearer to me during this training.  Such simple revelations but very necessary ones!" – M Montague, Sept 2017

“Daren’s NVC foundation course was perfectly delivered with pure heart, grace, intelligence, wisdom and humour!” – S Daly, May 2017

"Daren's gentle pace, clarity and warmth create an inviting space for deep learning." - J Gretton, Jan 2016

"Daren is a fantastic trainer.  I learned a lot of helpful information and loved the practice sessions.  Every relationship I have has improved 10 fold as a result and I am a much happier person." - S Nordmark, Nov 2015

"Perhaps the best spent 12 hours of my life." - L Phillips, Nov 2015