About Raw Horizons
About Raw Horizons
Our Team
Raw Horizons Wellbeing Academy was established by Dr Claire Maguire and Andrea Maguire, a step-daughter and step-mother team to provide small exclusive training courses specialising in Wellbeing Coach Training. Developed and taught personally by Claire and Andrea, our exclusive accredited training courses ensure you receive their full attention, expertise and encouragement.
Co-Founder
Dr Claire Maguire
Claire is passionate about life coaching and its benefits. With her emphasis on Wellbeing Coaching, she specialises in training coaches of exceptional quality and integrity in this rapidly growing supportive arena.
She leads by example, with her successful private life coaching practice & her vibrant online wellbeing community. Plus she created the renowned Raw Horizons residential wellbeing retreat venue.
Read more about Dr Maguire
Co-Founder
Andrea Maguire
Whilst Claire is the tour-de-force behind Raw Horizons Academy, Andrea also contributes to the curriculum in her business related fields of expertise.
Andrea has many years of working in private enterprise, from starting her own IT/website design business over 20 years ago to consulting for luxury brands. Her background as an engineer means she enjoys all the technical aspects.
Of course Claire and Andrea couldn’t have done all of this alone so read on to meet the rest of our dedicated team
Admin & Social Media Manager
Amy Austin
Amy is the invaluable back-bone of our office & ensures everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
She loves researching the latest wellness topics to help improve our community's holistic wellbeing & her background in Sociology enables her to create compelling & engaging content.
Content Creation
Julia Winterflood
With a professional background in solutions journalism & editing, Julia brings her diverse writing skills to the role.
Her personal interest in wellbeing and passion for clear communication enable her to create informative, wide-ranging, and thoroughly researched content.
Head of Corporate Development
Michael Maguire
His background in business and information technology, ecommerce and finance brings a wealth of knowledge regarding websites and corporate finance.
His passion for IT and all things 'geeky' makes him a natural to manage our websites plus his experience also makes him ideal to oversee our financial affairs.
Reviews
We have worked with so many people, hear what they have to say about our wellbeing coach training course
This course is fantastic! I recommend it to anyone who is interested in becoming a wellbeing coach.
The course and delivery were absolutely excellent, I loved every minute! Claire was clear, open, supportive, patient, funny and so knowledgeable. She has such a lovely way about her, I’m so glad I signed up. I feel I’ve had such fabulous trainin(…)
I stumbled across this Raw Horizons well-being coaching course on Google and, after some research, decided to enrol. It was one of the best decisions that I have made!
I thoroughly enjoyed the practical tasks – vision boarding and role-playing – and getting to practise some coaching too.
The teaching and learning throughout the course is supportive, informative, knowledgeable and insightful.
This was a truly positive experience from start to finish. The whole process has made me feel more focused, knowledgeable and ready for my future as a Wellbeing Coach.
Upon completion of the course, I was left feeling confident in implementing my new knowledge and skills.
It is an excellent and enjoyable course. I came out of the week’s training feeling knowledgeable and energised.
This course is utterly fantastic! I researched many courses and I am so grateful that I came across this course.
Thank you so much for having shared your knowledge and passionately empowering our group to become well-being coaches or add to our practice.
The business modules was a great bonus to the Wellbeing course. It lays all the foundations for starting a new business and makes the transition to entrepreneurship less daunting.
An intense yet life-changing week. I highly recommend this course!
I have learnt so much and was really impressed at how connected I felt to the rest of the group via zoom.
A very thorough grounding in Wellbeing and Self-Care. Dr Maguire is enthusiastic and encouraging about Wellbeing Coaching.
I highly recommend the course to others looking to become a Wellbeing Coach. Claire’s teaching was interesting and motivating and I learnt so much! Thanks Raw Horizons!
I felt supported throughout the week and going forward. If you are wanting this type of qualification but are unsure which course to choose – go for this one – you will not be disappointed.
The course exceeded my expectations. We covered so much and it was all delivered with great passion and honesty by Claire.
I learned a lot from the group and loved the realism of Claire’s teaching. I’d very much recommend.
The course was great, the best course I’ve done. I felt emotional leaving. Thanks, Claire for a sensational week!
I loved working so intensively with a group of like-minded people across the week and Claire’s teaching was inciteful and supportive.
Really this is a business in a box or a thorough self-development programme. Claire has equipped us with all the tools we need and got us fired up for success. Highly recommend.
I found the interactive nature and the ability to talk with other attendees a big plus point as many other courses offer limited opportunities to speak with course participants in real-time.
I would highly recommend this course for future students wanting to become a wellbeing coach or for their own personal wellbeing journey.
The content was exactly what I was hoping for and so much more. There is an exceptional level of support and Claire is so open and invites all questions and group discussions.
A wonderful course that will lead to a new and positive career in helping people reach their potential as well as myself. Thank you Raw Horizons.
The content of the course is excellent, practical, rich in detail and the modules are very well structured. Not only does the course train you but also gives tips on how to build your business which is so helpful in what can be an overwhelming time.
The course was fantastic. I feel super positive moving forward and I have the confidence to start my own coaching business.
This course was insightful and a wonderful week. I feel really inspired to get going and start helping people with their wellbeing.
I particularly liked that Claire gave numerous examples whenever she discussed an issue and I really appreciated her passionate and enthusiastic style and her authenticity.
The Raw Horizons Wellbeing accreditation course has been a truly transformative experience for me on so many levels. The amount of valuable knowledge I have gained in 1 week is incredible.
One of the best training courses I’ve attended especially via zoom. Claire’s knowledge and experience are outstanding. I learnt so much and would highly recommend if you are reading this and unsure whether to do this course, do it, you will enjo(…)
The course has helped to create a really solid foundation from which I can feel more confident building my own business as a wellbeing life coach.
Such an enjoyable course with like-minded people, I would recommend it to anyone who is even slightly interested! Claire was clear, honest, friendly and encouraging. Still raving about it weeks later!
I am filled with confidence in how I am going to help people. I am excited and feel on a soul level that I am fulfilling my life’s purpose. Thank you to Claire, Andrea and those on the course alongside me for making the course a very educational(…)
The training facilitates the sharing of ideas and building rapport with like-minded students, guided by the expertise of Claire Maguire.
This is a fantastic course to get ready to coach, lead, facilitate or simply share these techniques in your personal and/or professional life.
Claire is highly professional and has a warm and welcoming tone. This enabled a community feel between the course students which enhanced our learning and experience further.
I would recommend this course for anyone that is wanting to become qualified as a Wellbeing Life Coach as you most certainly will not be disappointed.
The course was first class. Claire is inspirational and a great teacher, the course is well structured and I feel it has giving me the tools I need to start on my coaching journey.
This a superb course for anyone looking at expanding their skills and knowledge to coach themselves and others to achieve wellbeing goals.
Claire gave an exemplary delivery of the Wellbeing Life Coaching Course. The material is well-structured, engaging and inspirational.
I spent the most amazing, awesome week with Dr Claire Maguire. I feel confident and ready to start my journey as a Coach.
Claire is a wonderful trainer. Her ability to develop rapport with her students; her professional knowledge and experience gives you the confidence to believe in yourself.
I love life with a passion and doing this course has made me even more enthusiastic to help others empower their lives!
The course was fabulous, it went beyond my expectations and I learnt so much. I would highly recommend this training.
I feel confident to get started as a coach immediately and have the tools to make a real difference.
It was a very informative course with high-quality content. Dr Claire presented it with great clarity and enthusiasm, sharing with us a vast amount of experience and knowledge.
Holistic, affirming, inspiring. Well organized, expertly presented. All were embraced & affirmed. One of the best weeks I have spent. Highly recommend.
It was very well-structured, well led and organised. Claire is fantastic and her knowledge but also her bravery and honesty are inspirational. Loved it!
If you are unsure right now whether you should do this course… think no more…get signed up, you won’t regret it!
A great course! I have learned a lot and met some lovely people too.
This course is excellent and covers, in detail, all aspects of wellbeing coaching.
The week was packed full of information but delivered in such a friendly and warm way that none of it felt overwhelming.
A new experience regarding a zoom intensive training course, very informative, interactive….and enjoyable and a great group of people. Thank you Claire.
A wonderful course – I highly recommend it. The course has provided me with the perfect springboard for launching my career as a well-being coach.
I absolutely loved this course! Claire was a great teacher and really inspiring.
I searched for a course suited to my needs, my learning and my coaching requirements. Coaching is such a vast field – I feared I would never really find the course I “clicked” with. Then I came across RAW HORIZONS- the modules and lay out of the(…)
I was initially wary of doing a 5 day course online but actually, it was easier than in person as the breaks are in your home where you can do what you need to do, unlike in person conferences. That made it easier for me.
I’ve learnt so much, not just about wellbeing coaching but also about myself. Your enthusiasm, passion, wit and knowledge made the week extremely enjoyable.
I am so glad I found this course, thank you Claire and the team at Raw Horizons.
The course is exceptional.
I would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to explore the world of wellbeing coaching.
The course was fantastic, and I’d highly recommend it for personal and professional reasons.
The course was exceptionally well organised, communication was excellent and the quality of resources was second to none.
This course was a wonderful and very enjoyable way to put me on my new path in life.
Thank you so much for a great week and an abundance of tools to set me off on my Wellbeing Coaching Journey!
I was surprised how the Zoom aspect of the course made it feel so intimate and was possibly even better than face to face.
Excellent course which highlighted my strengths and areas to improve. I joined to help me with our wellbeing retreats but opened my eyes to new possibilities of setting myself up as a Wellbeing Coach.
The course is very well designed and gives you the confidence to start working as a coach immediately. Thank you Raw Horizons team for all the support.
A thoroughly enjoyable week that met and exceeded all of my expectations. Thank you.
The course was inspiring and empowering. I left feeling well equipped and confident to continue my coaching journey.
I learnt more in a week than I have learnt in years on university courses! Andrea’s additional business modules were also hugely helpful. Thank you for leaving me feeling so inspired!
This was value for money. There was very good dynamics from the group. Claire made it fun and interesting. Would definitely recommend this course.
I highly recommend this course for its perfectly structured content, delivery and practical real-life scenario advice. I feel both incredibly excited and confident as a new coach starting out.
I learned an enormous amount of practical tools that I implemented immediately in my practice. Claire was a very patient teacher and I highly recommend.
I would highly recommend this course! Thanks for a great week.
It is with heartfelt gratitude that I can say that this course was one of the best decisions I have undertaken.
Thanks for the excellent course, for your clear and honest teaching and for inspiring me to take the next step in my life’s journey.
The bonus of the Business Module is full of information and useful tips and tricks, which would help me tremendously going forward with my website, marketing, getting insurance, data protection, etc.
Definitely worth doing but do prepare yourself for an intensive week. The concentrated nature of the course may not suit everyone.
Brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.
We learnt a huge amount in a short period of time, within a kind, supportive and interactive environment – thank you Claire and team!
I am so grateful to Claire for sharing her wisdom and expertise so wholeheartedly. I learnt more in a week than I have learnt in years on university courses! Thank you for leaving me feeling so inspired!
I loved every experience of it as I was being taught by a great tutor and met some amazing people on the course.
It was so lovely to meet such a diverse group of people. The growth from day 1 to day 5 was substantial. Thank you for an amazing week of learning.
If you’re interested in coaching, this is definitely the course to go for!
Attending this course has not only added to my own personal journey of navigating through life but has given me the confidence, skills and knowledge to really believe that I can help other women on their own journeys.
I have just finished the 5-day Wellbeing Life Coaching course with Claire and can honestly say it did not disappoint.
This course has also had a wonderful impact on my personal wellbeing journey. Not only am I taking much better care of myself and seeing my own value I now understand my mind and behaviour in a totally different way.
This course has helped me from a personal level and I learnt a lot about myself. A HUGE thank you Claire, I have had an amazing 5 days.
This course is great if you are looking for robust grounding wellbeing coaching; it will stretch and challenge you in a positive way.
Considering the training was online – you felt as if you were right there in the classroom. Thank you Claire for a wonderful training programme and excellent delivery.
The course was full of practical advice, facts & engaging stories. Loved the live zoom class & engagement with everyone. I would recommend to anyone looking to start a career in wellbeing coaching.
Taking part in this course has been the best decision I have made. I pondered for over a year and I am so pleased I committed to taking part because I have learnt a huge amount and it has given me a whole new purpose in life.
I’m so glad I finally took this course. It’s incredibly well structured and Claire delivers the content expertly. It’s incredible how much information you can take in, in just 5 days, without it feeling rushed.
I thoroughly enjoyed the course and Claire put me at my ease. Thank you.
The Wellbeing Coach Training with Claire was utterly fantastic in every way. Thank you!
This is a fantastic course for anyone looking to develop their knowledge in wellbeing or to upskill with tools and techniques.
The fact I would be receiving x3 certificates for completing the course will provide me with the platform to apply for positions relating to wellbeing pertaining to NHS and school etc and the opportunity of setting up my own business. I fully re(…)
I highly recommend this course. It is comprehensive in its coverage and well planned with a balance of learning activities to suit different learning styles.
I came out of the course feeling a lot more confident, enthusiastic and excited to set up my own private practice. I highly recommend it.
I would like to personally express my gratitude to all involved in this course. It has enabled me to take valuable steps to unlock my true potential and empowered confidence to be of service to others who feel languished by their lives.
This course has not only helped me gain the information that will help me coach others for a better future but also has helped me personally.
The course provided me with a greater awareness of wellbeing, and I was able to explore my inner self through self-reflection. I enjoyed the meditation and breath to prepare each day. The course provided a safe space that enabled me to be open a(…)
The course has left me feeling confident about bringing the coaching process and frameworks learnt to the passion and people skills I have. I highly recommend this course.
It has also given me renewed confidence to start-up projects in my own community to support other women in being the best version of themselves. A game changer for me. Thank you, Raw Horizons.
The content of the course is intense but Claire manages to get through it in a light/upbeat way that encourages learning/questions/discussion. I can’t recommend this course enough.
'Thank you for the inspiration and the whole experience. I loved everything about the course.' June R.