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If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

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Coach Directory

If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

Coach Directory

If you’re looking for a qualified coach, there is no better place to start than here!

Welcome to our UESCA Coach Directory! Use the below search criteria to find the right UESCA Coach for you (** Please note, more robust location specific search criteria will soon be added). UESCA Certified Coaches have undertaken a high level of comprehensive, science-based coaching education to better serve their clients and help them achieve their goals.

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Meet Jenny

High school athletics, diagnosed with a heart condition at age 19, got into fitness at age 40, improved my nutrition/cardio/strength, started running and worked my way up to Full Marathons. Became a trainer at age 44, became a run coach at age 47. Just ran my first Ultra age 48.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Christopher

My name is Chris, and I am passionate about running. I continuously learn from current research to better coach and educate my athletes. As an experienced personal trainer, I understand the value of strength training for improving running economy and performance.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Adam

Lifelong passion for sports. I love sharing my passion and knowledge to help others. I'm not an evangelist. Running is one of my passions, but I don't impose it on others. Running is part of, but not my whole life. I believe balance is important for long-term viability.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
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Meet Jazmine

Jazmine believes in 5 pillars for providing the best coaching to her athletes: Training, Nutrition, Energy, Recovery, and Mental attuning.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Expert/Advanced
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Meet Michelle

I have been coaching at my running club for over 15 years, and set up my business 8 years ago. During that time I have always aimed to develop myself as a coach, progressing through the England Athletics coaching levels, CPD courses and learning more about ultra running through the UESCA course.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Josh

My name is Josh. I am an active duty member of the United States Coast Guard since 2001. I am in a committed relationship and my family consists of 4 active boys (15, 11, 9, 7) and 2 dogs. I love to run and challenge myself with longer and longer races.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Natalie

I specialize in trail and ultra running. However, I have experience in all distances ranging from 5k to 100 miles, road and trail. I accept all athletes from beginner level to the seasoned runner just trying to get faster or better. I love seeing athletes crush even the tiniest goals!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet AB RAHAMAN

He has been a marathon coach in Dhaka Runners since 2023. He has the experience of working with both professional and amateur athletes. Besides, He has a specialization in strength and conditioning training. He offer both personal and group training.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Mahmut

Hi, I’m Mahmut — co-founder of 568 Endurance and Coaching with a Master’s in International Sports Management. My running journey began in 2018, and what started as a personal pursuit quickly evolved into a mission to help others unlock their potential.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Amanda

My name is Amanda and I am a competitive runner of 18 years and counting, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, UESCA Certified Running Coach, and wife to my high school sweetheart. We met through running in high school and got engaged at the Chicago Marathon in 2016 (he ran and I spectated).

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Hannah

Philadelphia based running coach who specializes in working with motivated athletes who are looking to develop a stronger understanding of the sport to reach their next goal. I love to work with clients long-term and be your teammate in your greater running journey!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Mariusz

Nazywam się Mariusz Makowczenko, certyfikowany trener biegania UESCA i twórca Centrum Endurance Training Academy. Moja historia to droga od walki z nałogami do zdrowego stylu życia. Jako maratończyk i ultramaratończyk pomogę Ci osiągnąć cele, łącząc pasję z profesjonalizmem.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Luke

With 38 years of running experience under my belt, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion for the sport that has shaped my life. My journey began with competitive races ranging from 5Ks to marathons, where I developed a deep appreciation for the discipline and commitment that running demands.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Jordan

Hello,
I am an Ultra Runner and CrossFit athlete. I coach in both sports and love helping other go beyond what they think possible! Injury prevention and mobility are top priorities as well. It sucks getting hurt just because you didn't want to do the ten minute warmup.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Amy

Hi! My name is Amy. I am a certified UESCA running coach, and I also have a M.S. in exercise science. I love the sport of running and helping others reach their goals in a healthy way. I have coached runners in distances ranging from 5K to Ultramarathon

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Nikki

British-born and based in Chamonix for nearly 20 years, I am a passionate trail runner, cyclist and skier. With a BSc Hons in Sports and Exercise Psychology, I offer scientifically-backed, psychologically-informed coaching strategies, guiding runners of all abilities to achieve their goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Jeremy

Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Ultrarunning Coach originally from California and now based in Vaasa, Finland.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Michele

After 30 years of nursing, I have moved my office to the road and trails. My first pair of running shoes were my moms. Literally, I borrowed them when I wanted to run. They were the shoes that you would use "goo" on to keep the bottoms in shape. I ran in them until they died.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet John

I’ve spent nearly three decades competing in endurance events, and the only thing I enjoy almost as much as being out on the mountain trails is sharing my passion for running—whether that’s through conversation or coaching.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Patrick

I am a new coach looking to take on their first athlete to help them complete their ultra-running goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Aramis

I started running at the age of 40 and weighed 135kg. I had two disc hernias and a chronic asthma when I started running.
The sport has given so much to my life, and I want to support others in finding the love for the outdoors and to have a healthy and active lifestyle.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Paul

Hi I'm Paul I have been running ultras since 2010. I started at the back and over the years have worked my way to the front. Prior to coaching I worked as a physiologist for 20 years. I love sharing my running experience with others and helping them to achieve their own running goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Dieyan Emmanuel

Jakarta Based Road Running Coach.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Liz

I focus on helping peri- and post-menopausal women over 50 by building a well-rounded exercise and nutrition program so they can achieve their goals of improving their strength, stability and conditioning, all while preventing injury, losing fat and gaining energy.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Nick

I help busy parents and professionals balance training with real life so they can smash their half, full, and ultramarathon goals with smart, personalised coaching

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Michaila

Mom of three, wife, and runner who loves the trails. I enjoy helping others build simple, consistent habits and discover they’re capable of more than they think—one step at a time.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Samantha

I'm Samantha, a certified running coach passionate about helping runners build confidence, consistency, and joy in the sport. I focus on sustainable progress—balancing the push with the pause—to help you reach your goals without burnout.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Katie

Hi, I’m Katie! I have been running off and on since 2010. I became a coach to help people like me who don’t feel like they’re “serious” or fast enough to get a coach but who have wanted help getting started or working toward a goal.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Deserrae

After backpacking the Triple Crown of American long distance hiking, I dived straight into the world of trail ultra-running as a way to scratch that wild itch. I want to help trail athletes of all kinds learn to train smart and effectively for their dream race and trail goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Vincent

I coach trail and ultra runners who want to progress over the long term, not chase short-term fixes. My work focuses on durability, consistency, and intelligent training decisions that allow athletes to stay healthy, adaptable, and competitive across seasons.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Anne

I spent most of my life as a research scientist so I was hardly considered an ”athlete”. When I was challenged to run a marathon, I found that the running coaches I encountered did not have a good grasp of how to train someone with no sports background. I became a coach to help people like me.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Dorota

Hi, I’m Dorota, an ultrarunner and coach based in Germany, Europe. I help runners prepare for trail and ultra distances with a balanced approach to performance, recovery, and long-term health.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Tom

Qualified Ultra-Running coach based in Cornwall, UK

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Shane

I am a student of human capabilities and love assisting people in finding their potential. I coach all distances and all skill levels.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Amanda

Amanda is a physical therapist that specializes in helping athletes & active individuals overcome injuries, prevent new ones, and optimize performance. She assesses the full body to provide personalized care & tailor services to meet each individual’s needs and goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Stuart

During my lengthy running career, I have competed at all disciplines from from cross country, track and field, road running (up to and including marathons), and trail running (from small distances up to a 200 mile race).

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Craig

I am a sports chiropractor, certified in functional range conditioning, vegan athlete (Team VPA), avid runner - road-trail-ultra, and a whole food plant based nutritionist.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Debbie

Debbie Livingston has been coaching runners for a decade and racing for over 25 years. She specializes in the ultra-distance. She encourages a balanced approach to training; fitting the training in with busy lives, ability and personality.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Claire

I’m Claire, a running coach, ultra runner and mum with over 20 years of running experience and 7+ years coaching. I specialise in helping marathoners and ultra marathoners run faster, stronger, and longer without burning out in the process. My 3 coaching pillars: Training, Fuelling & Mental Strategy

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Lorenzo

Hi! I'm Lorenzo, an ultra running coach and airline pilot from Italy, extremely passionate about endurance sports and flying.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Amber

I am a running coach who helps women build consistency in a way that fits real life. I've lived the start/stop cycle myself for years, and now I coach because I want to help other women break that pattern earlier and find a sustainable way to run.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Massimo

I’m a former tech executive with many years as a runner and a strong passion for endurance sports and fitness. I qualified as running, ultrarunning, and endurance sports nutrition coach with UESCA, and am looking for athletes to coach and help achieve their goals.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Nicolette

I am a middle-aged female coach & athlete with a love for nature, movement & performance sports. I have a degree in veterinary science and so a broad knowledge of anatomy & physiology. My passion is improving the lives of others, be it animal or human.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Ryan

Hello,

My name is Ryan, an avid runner that fell in love with the sport in 2015. I am a marathoner with the desire to complete my first ultramarathon in 2026. I want to pass my love and knowledge of running on to beginner runners looking for a way into the sport.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Darrin

Hi - I am a highly experienced ultrarunner and certified coach. I would love to help you achieve your goals, whatever they may be.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Babu

24-year-old passionate advocate for health and wellness. Through running, I strive to spread a message of hope, resilience, and the power of perseverance, inspiring others to lead healthier lives.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Intermediate
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Meet Gregg

Passionate about pushing yourself to see what your body is truly capable of in the world of endurance sport.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Todd

I am a registered dietitian as well as certified running coach. My mission is to provide personalized and practical guidance to any individual seeking help for performance-based nutrition, running goals, or both. I will work with any level runner, from first time 5K'ers to seasoned ultra runners.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

1-3 years