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Agile Facilitation Skills

Intensive 5-day course · English, Arabic & European languages

Over five days, this course gives Scrum Masters, project managers and team leaders the practical techniques they need to guide agile teams. It covers how to run core ceremonies. Delegates learn to manage team dynamics, remove everyday obstacles using tools like JIRA and Trello, and align project work with wider organisational goals.

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  • 26–30 Oct 2026Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 9–13 Nov 2026Paris£3,600 + VAT
  • 23–27 Nov 2026Doha£4,200 + VAT
  • 14–18 Dec 2026Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 28 Dec – 1 Jan 2026Abu Dhabi£4,200 + VAT
  • 4–8 Jan 2027Istanbul£2,280 + VAT
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  • 18–22 Jan 2027Berlin£3,400 + VAT
  • 1–5 Feb 2027Vienna£3,400 + VAT
  • 15–19 Feb 2027Milan£3,400 + VAT
  • 8–12 Mar 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 22–26 Mar 2027Malaga£3,080 + VAT
  • 12–16 Apr 2027Paris£3,600 + VAT
  • 26–30 Apr 2027Sarajevo£3,400 + VAT
  • 10–14 May 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 24–28 May 2027Dubai£4,200 + VAT
  • 7–11 Jun 2027Istanbul£2,280 + VAT
  • 21–25 Jun 2027Riyadh£4,200 + VAT
  • 5–9 Jul 2027Vienna£3,400 + VAT
  • 19–23 Jul 2027Doha£4,200 + VAT
  • 9–13 Aug 2027Barcelona£3,080 + VAT
  • 23–27 Aug 2027Geneva£4,200 + VAT
  • 13–17 Sep 2027Paris£3,600 + VAT
  • 27 Sep – 1 Oct 2027Abu Dhabi£4,200 + VAT
  • 11–15 Oct 2027Frankfurt£2,600 + VAT
  • 25–29 Oct 2027Cairo£2,280 + VAT
  • 1–5 Nov 2027Istanbul£2,280 + VAT
  • 15–19 Nov 2027Jeddah£4,200 + VAT
  • 6–10 Dec 2027Vienna£3,400 + VAT
  • 20–24 Dec 2027Singapore£4,200 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

Can't make these dates? We can run this course for your team on dates that suit you. Ask for custom dates · In-house options

Online (live)

With a trainer, on dates to suit your team

This course can be taught live online by a trainer, in English, Arabic or any European language, for one person or a whole team.

£1,850 + VAT

Group discount: 2 delegates 20% · 3 delegates 35% · 5 or more delegates 50%

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Course overview

Software and project teams rely on agile methods to deliver work reliably. But those methods stall without active guidance. When ceremonies turn into status updates or blockers go unresolved, teams lose focus and the project starts to drift. An agile facilitator steps in to fix this. They bridge the gap between team dynamics and project outcomes, keeping the work on track from the first stand-up to the final retrospective.

Delegates learn how to keep agile teams productive. The course covers the core ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews and retrospectives, explaining how to use them to maintain momentum rather than just going through the motions. Delegates also practise resolving disputes and addressing the everyday roadblocks that slow work down.

The five days begin with the fundamentals of agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban. Then the focus shifts to the mechanics of running ceremonies. Later sessions cover team dynamics, issue tracking with tools like JIRA and Trello, and using metrics to measure performance across the whole project. The final day looks at scaling these techniques across larger or distributed teams, ensuring the work always ties back to the organisation's goals.

Course objectives

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  1. Understand the responsibilities of an agile facilitator
  2. Run agile ceremonies that keep the team collaborating and delivering work
  3. Manage team dynamics and resolve disagreements
  4. Identify and remove obstacles to maintain progress
  5. Connect team efforts with the wider goals of the organisation
  6. Apply facilitation techniques across large or distributed teams

Who should attend

This course suits:

  • Scrum Masters and agile coaches wanting to improve their facilitation techniques
  • Project managers moving to agile methodologies
  • Team leaders and managers looking to improve productivity and alignment
  • Team members who run or take part in agile practices
  • Professionals responsible for guiding team collaboration or running agile meetings

Daily agenda

  1. Day 1

    Agile facilitation fundamentals

    • Core principles of agile methodologies including Scrum, Kanban and Lean
    • The responsibilities of the agile facilitator
    • Distinguishing facilitation from coaching and leadership
    • Skills and habits of an effective facilitator
    • Building an agile culture within a team
  2. Day 2

    Running core agile ceremonies

    • Using the daily stand-up to maintain focus
    • Sprint planning and defining achievable goals
    • Running sprint reviews to gather stakeholder feedback
    • Leading sprint retrospectives to improve processes
    • Refining and prioritising the product backlog
  3. Day 3

    Handling team dynamics

    • Stages of team development in an agile environment
    • Creating open communication and trust
    • Resolving disagreements and conflict
    • Building team accountability and collaboration
    • Managing resistance to change
  4. Day 4

    Removing obstacles and tracking progress

    • Identifying common roadblocks and finding solutions
    • Removing impediments to keep the team moving
    • Techniques to improve team efficiency
    • Using agile tools like JIRA and Trello to track issues
    • Monitoring progress using metrics and KPIs
  5. Day 5

    Alignment and continuous improvement

    • Connecting team activities to organisational goals
    • Measuring success with agile metrics and KPIs
    • Building a culture of continuous learning
    • Scaling facilitation for larger and distributed teams
    • Strategies to maintain long-term agile success

Certificate

Every delegate who completes the course receives an ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

Frequently asked questions

How do I register?

Choose a date and city in the schedule and press Register, or send us an enquiry. Our team confirms your place and sends an invoice.

Are fees shown with VAT?

Fees are shown per delegate and exclude VAT, which is added to the invoice where applicable.

Can this course be delivered for our team only?

Yes. Any ARUK course can be delivered in-house at your premises, in a meeting room we book for you, or 1-to-1.

Is this course available online?

Yes. We run it live online with a trainer, on dates that suit your team, for £1,850 + VAT per delegate.

Is there a group discount?

Yes. 20% for 2 delegates, 35% for 3 delegates and 50% for 5 or more delegates on the same course.

Can the course be delivered in Arabic or another language?

Yes. Our courses can be delivered in English, Arabic or any European language, by a trainer who teaches in that language. Mention your preferred language when you register or enquire.

What certificate will I receive?

An ARUK Training Certificate of Attendance.

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Key booking terms (read before you register)
  • The full fee is paid in advance, before the course starts.
  • Cancel in writing 30 or more days before the start date (45 for in-house) for a refund. Later than that, the full fee is payable.
  • No refund for non-attendance or partial attendance.
  • Places are for the named delegate only; another person cannot attend instead.
  • Moving to another date or city is only possible if ARUK agrees in writing.
  • Travel, accommodation and visas are your responsibility. A refused visa does not change the cancellation terms.

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