Bronwyn is the ICF Co-ordinator and inhouse ICF Mentor for Authentic Education. She is a ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with over 10 years experience in Coaching, Kinesiology, Training and Education.
Bronwyn is our ICF Director of Education. She holds a Bachelor of Education and is an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Mentor (MCSPCC), with over 10 years of experience across coaching, mentoring, kinesiology, training and education.
She has completed all the programs offered by Authentic Education and loved the experience so much that she jumped at the opportunity to join our team and support our students in achieving their own goals.
Bronwyn is passionate about coach education and helping coaches develop the skills, confidence and competence to work effectively with their clients.
She teaches our Coaching Fundamentals program, with a strong focus on traditional coaching skills, the ICF Code of Ethics and ICF Core Competencies. Her role is to ensure our coaches develop the knowledge and practical skills they need to work confidently with clients and progress toward their ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Credential.
Bronwyn's Certification & Studies
- Bachelor of Education
- Diploma of Kinesiology
- Body Code Practitioner
- ICF PCC
- ICF PCC Assessor & Mentor
- ICF Mentor Coach Specialisation
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
- Process Communication Model Facilitator
- Demartini Method Facilitator
- Demartini Values Facilitator
- Kinesiologist for 17 years
- Results Coach for 12 years
- Managed a Registered Training Organisation for a Diploma in Kinesiology for 5 years
- Created Workshops on Goal Setting, Values and Taking Action
- Created Coaching Fundamentals to support coaches with their ICF Credential
- Completed over 1000 training hours related to coaching
- Invested over 100k in learning about coaching, mindset, communication, emotional intelligence and the body/mind connection
- Been in AE community since 2013
- Head of Coaching for AE (worked with AE for 6 years)
- Has a deep understanding of the ICF credential process and the next steps after completing your coach specific training hours
Here's what students say about Bronwyn:
Working with Bronwyn as my ICF mentor has been one of the most transformative experiences of my coaching journey. Her depth of expertise and unwavering commitment to my growth have been truly invaluable.
Every session stretched my thinking, refined my practice, and strengthened my confidence as a coach.
What I appreciated most is the way she held space: calm, grounded, and genuinely curious, while offering precise guidance that elevated my coaching to a whole new level. Her mastery of the ICF code of ethics and core competencies is exceptional, and her ability to translate that into practical, embodied learning made all the difference in helping me earn my PCC credential.
I am deeply grateful for her mentorship. I wouldn’t be the coach I am today without her support, wisdom, and belief in me.
Lina Mbirkou
Working with Bronwyn Kennedy through my PhD journey with Authentic Education has been nothing short of transformative. Her depth of knowledge, unwavering support, and ability to bring clarity to complex ideas have been instrumental in helping me stay focused and aligned with my purpose.
Bronwyn brings a rare mix of warmth, professionalism, and strategic thinking that makes every session incredibly valuable. She has a genuine gift for helping people unlock their potential and move forward with confidence and clarity. Her presence at Authentic Education is a true asset to anyone looking to grow personally and professionally.
Susan Vercoe
Working with Bronwyn Kennedy over the past 12 months has been a deeply transformative and fulfilling experience. Her valuable guidance not only empowered me with the key insights and strategies to pass my ICF ACC exam but also achieve my ICF ACC credential.
Bronwyn’s presence throughout my coaching journey was calm, intuitive, and clever - creating a great space where learning felt both expansive and inspirational.
I am very grateful for the key role she has played in helping me grow into the confident and authentic coach that I am today.
With Lots of Gratitude,
Bernadette Baynie
I needed to get ICF accredited for some of my corporate clients and Bronwyn makes the process so easy and enjoyable. I found Bron to be an absolute master on the ICF coaching requirements and her mentoring, the group mentoring and coaching practice  are invaluable. I learnt so much from Bron and the other participants when doing this certification and I highly recommend you do it, both to get the certification and to level up your coaching capabilities.Â
Edwina Griffin
Working with Bronwyn Kennedy has been one of the most transformative and uplifting experiences of my personal and professional life. As my Mentor, Head of Coaching, and a Client, Bronwyn has had a profound impact on me — her guidance has helped shape not only how I coach, but who I continue to become.
Bronwyn brings a beautiful blend of gentleness, humour, and professionalism to every interaction. Her commitment to mentoring and training coaches is not just evident — it's inspiring. She shares her knowledge and experiences so generously, always with the intention of helping others thrive. You can tell she genuinely wants you to succeed — and to do it in a way that’s authentic to who you are.
Her support is freely given and deeply felt. She gives her time unconditionally and empowers you to become the best coach you can be, without needing to fit a mould. With Bronwyn, coaching becomes an invitation to grow, not a performance to perfect.
I've also had the privilege of event managing her Coaching Fundamentals training events, where I’ve witnessed her dedication firsthand. She goes above and beyond to ensure her students have the best learning experience, and her consistent invitation to reach out with questions shows how much she genuinely cares.
Every conversation with Bronwyn is a breath of fresh air. Mentoring truly lights her up — and being in her presence makes you feel lit up too. I'm incredibly grateful for her leadership, her wisdom, and the heart she brings to everything she does.
Teresa A Ginevra
Bronwyn Kennedy is an exceptional mentor and trainer. Her approachable and easygoing nature makes it easy to connect with her, and she is always willing to offer support when needed. Bronwyn responds to enquiries promptly, fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment. Her training style is both clear and engaging, thoughtfully tailored to suit individual learning needs, which makes even the most complex concepts easy to grasp. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Bronwyn’s passion for empowering others shines through in every session. Thanks to her guidance and expertise, I’ve gained invaluable confidence and clarity
Dana Bosheh
Before working with Bronwyn, I was passionate about coaching but lacked the confidence and clarity to coach outside of a preformatted program. It was like trying to ride without training wheels, except Bronwyn taught us how to coach so intuitively and skilfully that we did not even realise when the training wheels came off. The ICF competencies once felt overwhelming, but Bronwyn explained them with such clarity and depth that they became simple, practical, and deeply relevant.
During the Coaching Fundamentals program, everything shifted. Bronwyn is not only a master of her craft, she is also one of the most generous, insightful, and inspiring mentors I have ever had. Her ability to break down complex concepts into practical tools is unmatched. Each session felt like a masterclass, not just in coaching but in how to hold space, ask powerful questions, and lead with presence and integrity. She created an environment that was supportive and courageously stretching at the same time.
After completing the program with Bronwyn’s guidance, I do not just understand the ICF competencies, I live them. I coach with confidence, stay grounded in ethical practice, and feel excited about my growth. Bronwyn’s mentorship elevated both my coaching skills and my belief in myself.
I wholeheartedly recommend Bronwyn. If you have the opportunity to learn from her, take it. She will not only shape your coaching but profoundly impact how you show up in your work and life.
Cham Tang, is the Head of Marketing and Co-founder of Authentic Education, a BRW Fast 100 Company. 
