Design sprint training

Take your design sprints to the next level with Design Sprint X

10 expert trainers

Flexible training options

1-day training foundation

This foundation ensures all trainees begin with uniform knowledge, enhancing learning efficiency and collaboration. 

It also serves as an evaluation tool, enabling facilitators to assess participants' strengths and weaknesses before the two-step skill transfer.

  • Introduction to Design Sprints

  • Role of the Facilitator

  • Facilitation Masterclass

  • In-Depth Exploration

  • Customising Sprint Components

  • Real-World Application

2-sprint skill transfer

It starts with trainees observing experienced facilitators to grasp effective sprint strategies. Then, it's a hands-on approach where they co-facilitate a design sprint using a real challenge. 

This blend of observation, practice, and feedback ensures trainees are well-prepared to lead their projects efficiently.

  • Skill transfer via 2 live design sprints

  • Sprint 1: We lead, demonstrating best practices with trainee involvement.

  • Sprint 2: Trainees lead with our supervision and expert support.

  • Trainees gain confidence and skills to lead successful design sprints independently.

1-day training foundation

The morning

Introduction to Design Sprints
Overview of process and benefits.

Role of the Facilitator
Training on managing dynamics and ensuring productive sessions.

Facilitation Masterclass
Learn tips and tricks to facilitate any team and challenge effectively.

What you get

This foundation standardises knowledge to boost learning efficiency and teamwork.

It optimises the training outcomes by enabling facilitators to tailor the 2-step skill transfer based on an early assessment of each participant's capabilities.

  • Foundational 1-Day Training: A schedule covering the framework and tools of design sprints from principles to practice

  • Bespoke Sprint Process: Customise the sprint methodology to fit your team's unique needs and processes precisely

  • Practical Training Takeaways:

    • Artefacts: Tangible outputs created during the training

    • Workbook: A detailed guide containing all the key learnings, steps, and techniques covered

  • Proven Tools and Resources:

    • Sprint Decks: Access to our well-established sprint decks, which have been used and downloaded thousands of times globally, ensuring proven practices are at your fingertips

The afternoon

In-Depth Exploration
Explore each stage's purpose and how to mix and match exercises for fast, effective decisions.

Customise Sprint Components
Learn to adapt and tailor sprint elements for any challenge.

Real-World Application
Apply sprint techniques to real challenges for hands-on experience and practical insights.

2-sprint skill transfer

Facilitation by Our Team

We lead the first design sprint, demonstrating best practices.

Trainees are involved and learn through observation and participation.

Sprint 1: we facilitate

Trainee-Led Sprint

Trainees lead the second design sprint with our supervision and guidance.

We provide expert support to ensure smooth facilitation and adherence to best practices.

Sprint 2: you facilitate

What you get

This hands-on involvement allows us to oversee the quality and efficacy of the implementation, ensuring that the knowledge transfer is comprehensive and immediately actionable. 

  • 2 design sprints with 2 x DSX facilitators/coaches

  • Guaranteed skill transfer through hands-on experience

  • Trainees gain confidence and skills to conduct successful design sprints independently

  • Teams are equipped with our proprietary artefacts for pre-, during, and post-sprint activities

  • Hands-On Involvement: Ensures comprehensive and actionable knowledge transfer

  • Expert Facilitation Support: Continuous coaching throughout both sprints

  • Access to Proven Sprint Decks: Utilise our globally recognized and widely downloaded sprint materials

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • Our training programme includes comprehensive modules covering the entire design sprint process, from understanding and defining problems to sketching solutions, prototyping, and testing with real users. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, real-world case studies, and interactive sessions led by experienced facilitators.

  • Our training is ideal for product managers, UX/UI designers, developers, marketers, and anyone involved in product development or innovation. It is also beneficial for teams looking to enhance their problem-solving skills and foster a culture of collaboration and creativity within their organisation.

  • We offer various training formats to suit different needs, including one-day workshops for an introduction to design sprints, three-day intensive courses for intermediate training, and a full five-day immersive experience for advanced training.

  • There are no specific prerequisites for the beginner and intermediate courses. However, for the advanced training, it is recommended that participants have some prior experience with design sprints or have completed our intermediate course. A basic understanding of design thinking and user experience principles is also helpful.

  • The skills acquired during the training can be immediately applied to real-world projects. You will learn how to facilitate design sprints, engage stakeholders, and create effective prototypes. These skills will help you accelerate innovation, reduce risks, and ensure that your solutions meet user needs and business goals.

  • To register for a training session, visit our website and fill out the registration form. You can also contact us directly to schedule a private training session for your team. We offer flexible scheduling options and can tailor the training to meet the specific needs of your organisation.