Vira Human Training is an ICF-accredited, KHDA-approved international Coaching School headquartered in Dubai, UAE.
ICF-Accredited Level 1 & Level 2 Coach Education Programs · KHDA-Approved Training Institute · Permit No. 633250
Vira Human Training in Dubai
Vira Human Training FZ-LLC operates from Dubai Science Park, South Tower, Dubai, UAE. The School also runs operational offices in Italy, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and the United States. As an international Coaching provider, it focuses on professional Coach education, leadership development, and Coaching competencies. Furthermore, it works in partnership with Prometeo Coaching in Italy, while remaining independently responsible for its own accredited programs.
Students and organizations join online, in a blended format, or in person at client premises. Thus, participants across the UAE and the wider GCC region take part without geographic constraints.
Accreditations & Standards Worldwide
KHDA-Approved Training Institute
Training institute approved by Dubai's education authority (Permit No. 633250).
ICF-Accredited Programs
Coaching programs accredited by the International Coaching Federation.
A.Co.I. Recognized
Recognized by the Italian Coaching Association.
Prometeo Partnership
In partnership with Prometeo Coaching.
KHDA and ICF
KHDA approves Vira Human Training FZ-LLC (Permit No. 633250) as a training institute in Dubai. This approval confirms compliance with curriculum quality, trainer competence, organizational governance, and UAE educational regulations.
ICF accreditation, however, is a separate and international recognition of the Coach Education Programs themselves.
Together, the two frameworks mean Vira’s programs meet both local requirements in Dubai and internationally recognized professional standards. Full accreditation details are available on our Recognitions and International Standards page.
Nearly three decades of Coaching expertise across our international network.
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Training hours delivered every year
2200
Coaches and Professionals trained across our network
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Countries reached by our Coaching training
ICF-Accredited Coaching Programs
Both programs build practical Coaching competencies you can apply immediately, whether you work inside an organization or with your own clients. You do not need to become a full-time Coach to benefit. What you gain is a repeatable way to develop people, hold better conversations, and turn potential into performance.
ICF Level 1 Coach Education Program
The foundational competencies that move people forward. Ideal for professionals and teams building Coaching skills for the first time.
ICF Level 2 Coach Education Program
Advanced competencies for those working with complex relationships, senior leaders, or organizational dynamics that want greater depth.
How Vira Human Training supports organizations in the UAE
We help organizations turn everyday conversations into moments that move people forward. In practice, managers who Coach ask sharper questions and help their teams reach their own decisions, instead of simply issuing instructions.
For HR and L&D functions, this shift strengthens talent development and grows leaders who develop the people around them. Multicultural teams, the norm across Dubai and the UAE, benefit in particular. Because Coaching builds relational clarity, it supports the cross-cultural work these teams do every day.
As a result, organizations gain performance that rests on capability rather than pressure.
How our Programs support individual professionals
For individual professionals, our support is a practical way to sharpen decisions and lead with greater clarity. Whether you manage a team, run a business, or advise clients, the same competencies apply the moment you sit across from another person.
Moreover, many professionals start applying what they learn within the first weeks, long before any credential enters the picture. The benefit also reaches beyond work, since the ability to listen and question well shapes relationships everywhere.
Ultimately, Coaching gives you a repeatable way to help others think, instead of a script to follow.
Who benefits from our work in Dubai and the UAE:
Serving Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Wider GCC
Vira Human Training serves a broad, international audience. In particular, it works with professionals and organizations across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the wider GCC region. There, multicultural leadership and rapid growth make strong Coaching competencies especially valuable.
Because the delivery formats stay flexible, participants join from anywhere in the region without stepping away from their current role.
For Professionals and Organizations across the UAE
Whether you want to build Coaching competencies, bring Coaching into your role, or develop it inside your company, tell us your goal and we will guide you from there.
Educational Leadership
Michael Gabaldi is the Founder and Educational Director of Vira Human Training, and works directly as a trainer within its programs. Beyond teaching, he leads the School’s development across the region, building professional relationships and partnerships throughout the UAE and the wider network. His work centers on ICF standards, Coaching competencies, ethics, boundaries, and responsible professional practice. You can read more about how the project began in his the Founder’s Story page.
Contact
Address
13th Floor, South Tower, Dubai Science Park, Al Barsha South Second, Dubai, UAE
Phone / WhatsApp
+971 58 621 5694
Email
[email protected]
Coaching in Dubai and the UAE: Explore Further
Professional Coaching in Dubai and the UAE spans a multicultural, fast-moving environment. The following resources explore how the discipline develops across the region.
Choosing a Coaching School in Dubai
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- Best ICF Coaching Courses in Dubai
- How to Choose the Best Training Center in Dubai
- Why Ethical Standards Matter When Choosing a School
ICF Credentialing and Professional Pathways
Professional Coaching in the UAE
- What Defines a Professional Coach in the UAE
- What Organizations in the UAE Seek in Professional Coaches
- Coaching Career in Dubai
- Digital Coaching Dubai Trends
Organizations, Leadership and Expatriates
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vira Human Training based in Dubai?
Yes. Vira Human Training FZ-LLC is headquartered in Dubai Science Park, South Tower, UAE, with additional offices in Italy, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and the United States.
Is Vira Human Training KHDA-approved?
Yes. Vira Human Training FZ-LLC holds KHDA approval as a training institute in Dubai under Permit No. 633250. KHDA is the government authority that regulates private education and training in the emirate.
Are Vira Human Training programs accredited by ICF?
Yes. The Level 1 and Level 2 programs are accredited by the International Coaching Federation. Full detail sits on our International Coaching School page.
What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2?
Level 1 is designed to support candidates on the ACC pathway, while Level 2 supports the PCC pathway. In both cases, candidates must also meet ICF’s own credentialing requirements. You do not need to complete both to gain value, since each level builds usable competencies on its own. Full detail is on the International Coaching School page.
Who can attend the programs?
The programs welcome aspiring Coaches, as well as managers, executives, consultants, therapists, and HR professionals. No prior Coaching experience is required for Level 1.
Are the programs suitable for HR and L&D professionals?
Yes. HR and L&D professionals use these competencies to strengthen talent development, run better performance conversations, and build Coaching capability inside their teams, rather than relying only on external providers.
Do you offer programs for organizations, not just individuals?
Yes. Alongside individual education, Vira designs Coaching programs for companies, leadership teams, and HR functions across the UAE and the wider GCC region.
Is Vira Human Training connected to Prometeo Coaching?
Vira works in partnership with Prometeo Coaching, active since 1997, while remaining independently responsible for its own accredited programs.
Can Vira train internal Coaches for our organization?
Yes. Many organizations use our programs to build internal Coaching capability, so managers and HR teams can develop their own people directly. This reduces reliance on external Coaches over time and embeds a Coaching culture inside the company.
How does Coaching training deliver measurable value for a company?
Coaching competencies show up in everyday work: sharper feedback, faster decisions, stronger retention, and managers who develop talent instead of only directing it. Because the training is practice-based, participants apply what they learn to real situations from the first weeks, so the impact reaches daily performance rather than staying theoretical.
Can programs be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. In-person delivery is available at your company’s premises, and blended or online formats suit distributed teams across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the wider GCC. Content adapts to your context, whether the goal is leadership development, HR capability, or internal Coaching.
What does it cost to train a team or an individual?
Investment depends on the level, the format, and whether the program is for an individual or a group. Rather than a fixed price list, we build a proposal around your goals. Request information and a team member will share a tailored overview.
How do we choose the right Coaching education provider for our company?
Look for accreditation you can verify, trainers with real Coaching experience, practice-based delivery rather than lecture-only formats, and a provider that understands the UAE market. Vira combines ICF accreditation, KHDA approval, and nearly three decades of Coaching expertise across its network.
What participants in the UAE say about Vira Human Training
Coaching in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the UAE, at an internationally accredited standard.
Not sure which pathway is right for you? One conversation with a team member is all it takes to find out.