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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 Milos

Coach from Belgrade with 20+ years of running and 10+ years of coaching experience. Specialized in trail ultramarathons and skyrunning. I work with all levels, from beginners to national team athletes. Founder of Sky2Run and coach for Serbia & Montenegro skyrunning teams.

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

10+ years

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Meet Lisa

Hi, I'm Lisa and my goal is to help everyday runners do extraordinary things! I work with the mantra that it’s not all about speed — it’s about soul, and the courage to keep moving forward.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Andrew

Hey, my name is Andrew, but call me Suski. My running journey from marathons to 100 mile ultras led to a desire to help others realize that they have no limits. I've learned so much about life while out on the trail, and I want to help you achieve some audacious goals you never dreamed possible!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jorgie

Part time nurse & full time mom. Embracing running in every phase of life. I understand the physical and mental demands of starting/growing a family and the need for prioritizing your goals. I love helping others & look forward to working with you!

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

Running, trail and ultrarunning coach.
I know the challenges of managing training around family life, so we can work on finding the right balance for you to achieve your training goals.
Native English speaker, advanced french speaker
Virtual coaching for all, internationally.
Bordeaux-based.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Robert (Bob)

Coach Bob has been an avid endurance athlete himself since his early 50s, and has been helping others as a coach since 2018 with health and wellness goals. Most recently, he earned his UESCA Running & Sports Nutrition Coach Certifications to better help those with a passion for running.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Danny

Hello, my name is Danny Brigman and I'm a father of 5 kids, work full time, and train for ultra marathons so I understand how difficult it can be to make time for training along with life's other demands. I'm Native American and can understand the cultural differences that others may not.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Heidi

I am Heidi – a full time mom of 4, Doctor of Physical Therapy and lover of fitness. Running is my greatest passion, but find a balance with strength, endurance and being outdoors. I have completed many races of all distances in running and triathlons and now share the joy with my coaching clients!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Shannon

A Boise-based trail runner and working mom, I’ve completed everything from 5K–50K objectives and, most recently, a Half Ironman. I coach runners from 5K to marathon distances with personalized, realistic plans that support busy lives and endurance nutrition for sustainable performance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Sedona

Running was not my favorite sport growing up, but it has evolved to be a core part of my identity. I ran cross country and track in high school, ran in the NCAA for four years in college, and then stumbled into trail running after graduating. Now I race a little bit of everything!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tarek

Hybrid training programs.
YES u can run and build muscles.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Ino

I am an office worker who lives in Indonesia.
My running journey started back in 2012, I started casually running as a hobby was still a college student.
Then I started to take running more seriously since 2022 until now.

I have completed 3 full marathons up to date and hopefully will conquer more.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Pete

As we get older the main thing we acquire is experience. My aim is to pass on that experience, with knowledge gained, to help someone else gain good memories from activity

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

10+ years

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Meet Juan Pablo

I’ve been working in the fitness industry for more than 10 years teaching in place and online (Keiser Indoor Cycling, Functional Training, Latin Rhythms, etc.), I have a Running team where we train since 2016 for Spartan, road and trail races and I have personal training programming with an app.

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

10+ years

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Meet Kjartan

I'm a trail running coach from Iceland and have been coaching since 2017. My training focuses on endurance, strength, and technique, helping runners of all levels tackle trails with confidence. Whether you're a beginner or training for a race, I offer personalized coaching to help you reach your goa

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

5-10 years

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Meet Mercedes

I personally have ran races from subultra skyraces, to the Leadville-100.I love being out in nature and getting to reach remote areas by foot. I have a BS in Biology and MS in Forestry. I'm originally from Wisconsin, but spend most of my time in Colorado. I'm a professional trail runner for Merrell.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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 Kasey

Army veteran, first responder, ultrarunner, and certified UESCA Ultrarunning Coach based in Washington State. I help athletes build sustainable endurance, resilience, and confidence while balancing real life, demanding careers, and long-term health.

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

0-1 year

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Meet RENPENG

Hi, I'm Johnny. Leveraging 5 years of ultrarunning and coaching experience, I help athletes optimize training and recovery. My science-based, modular approach is designed to maximize race results while prioritizing injury prevention and management for long-term success.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Mariia

I've been running for over 20 years and my coaching experience is about 10 years. I specialize in distances of 5-42 km and track running.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Lucas

With almost 30 years of experience in the sport, I have lived and breathed running since learning how to walk—starting as a kid running next to my dad in the final blocks of his training runs and continuing through collegiate and post-collegiate competition.

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

As a triathlete, marathoner, and certified coach, I help athletes optimize their training, nutrition, and mindset. With a proven track record in endurance sports, I offer personalized coaching to build resilience, mental toughness, and guide you to reach your full potential in every race!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Heidi

I'm Heidi, ultra coach, experienced ultra runner and advocate for all things trail running. Over the past several years, I've helped many athletes reach their goals and gain a sense of confidence and accomplishment through the power of running. In person and virtual options available. Let's do this!

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

I am an avid runner who also coaches group classes at F45 as a CPT. With this experience and my own running knowledge I can help determine areas of improvement in running form to match strength training to your running goals.

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Erica

My name is Erica Kirkwood, I live in south Texas and have a crazy passion for running! 🙂

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

5-10 years

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Meet Chutiwat

My name is Dr. Chutiwat Sakyanun. I am a licensed oral and maxillofacial surgery, My professional path bridges two disciplines that I’m deeply passionate about medical science and endurance sports.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Timothy

I'm an athlete first, coach second. Former hobbyist long distance gravel racer (100 miles, 166 miles, 250 miles) with a jump into marathoning, ultra marathoning, and broaching into the coaching world for folks who want to up their game to the next level.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Olivia

Running coach based out of Jersey in the Channel Islands.

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

I'm a highly experienced athlete with with over 43 years of running experience, in a wide spectrum of running events stretching back to my marathon debut in 1982. In the last year I have formalised his expertise and I am now certified as a UESCA-qualified Ultra-Running Coach.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jeremy

Growing up near the French Alps, Jeremy was naturally drawn to the mountains and to trail running, and it quickly became a central part of his life. While studying in Canada, he continued to push his limits, deepening his love for the sport.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Dmitry

Certified running and fitness coach.
Specialist in developing personalized training programs for any goal: from weight loss to race preparation.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Thaddeus

I have been running since 2017 and began running ultra marathons in 2019. Since then I have completed 45 ultra distances, including 10 one hundred mile races. I love running different styles of ultras, including trails and roads. I think ultramarathons are within everyone's reach if they believe.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
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Meet Nate

I am a highly motivated person who loves all things running and I love being able to help people reach their goals within running. Being present, positive, and persistent are attributes that have not only helped me in running but also push me to help others.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Gemma

I'm Gemma. The Irish girl, living in Canada.
Im a mom to one teenage boy and a huge animal lover.
Running has taken me places I could only have dreamed of and I can't wait to share this with my athletes.
Passionate about running and a mental health advocate.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Frank

UESCA coach and ultra runner who loves the mountains and working with people. I help trail runners prepare for their first ultra on technical terrain. No pressure, just finish strong, enjoy the process, and grow with every step on the trail.

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

Hola Future Trail Cabronas!

My name is Melissa, and I call Southern California home. I am a cabrona for the wilderness, a dog mom, an advocate for diversity on the trail, and the owner and coach of La Dirección.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Alysha

My name is Alysha, I Began my running journey in 2012 and have run many half marathons, full marathons and challenges. I have mentored runners since 2016 through two facebook groups I created and have helped many achieve success in their first races. I'm excited to officially Coach Runners!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Colten

I am an avid runner living in Lakewood, Colorado. I love finding new trails, running with friends, taking on new courses and terrains all of which help me keep the excitement and joy of running alive. I’ll race anything from 5k to 50k to 100 milers and even the occasional beer mile. Let's chat!

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

Abby Richter-Shepard is a UESCA Ultra Running Coach and CrossFit L2 Trainer with 10+ years experience. A former collegiate runner turned ultra-endurance athlete, she creates personalized training for busy athletes to build strength, endurance, and confidence—from beginners to ultra marathoners.

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

10+ years

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Meet Valerie

I discovered running in my early twenties and haven’t stopped since. Before that, I came from a competitive swimming background. As a scientist by training, I bring a strong evidence-based approach to coaching — grounded in the latest research and tailored through close collaboration with each athle

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

0-1 year

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Meet Mathew Louis

Endurance V02 Max Coaching

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

1-3 years

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Meet Kshitish

I've been a self-trained athlete and my desire to enhance my knowledge in the sport of trail and ultra running has led be me get certified with UESCA as an ultrarunning coach. I'm an experienced trail runner with specialisation in technical and non-technical running up to 100km distances.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Heyward

I’m Heyward Hart, a certified running coach passionate about helping people push their limits and find joy in the journey. As a student of the sport, I love digging into training theory and crafting individualized programs that bring out each athlete’s best.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Steven

I'm a 40-year-old husband and father of four. Known for my YouTube channel UltraTrailSteven, I bring years of experience with running gear—shoes, watches, vests, and more. Trail and ultra running bring me peace, and the mountains are where I find clarity, joy, and the drive to do hard things.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Claire

At Steadfast Coaching,I believe in running with purpose, running with faith. My coaching is infused with Christian values, fostering a community of like-minded individuals who seek more than just physical improvement.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Kriss

Head coach at Strength For Endurance
Kriss leads a multi disciplinary team of running coaches, physios and strength coaches.
With 15+ years of working with endurance athletes from novices through to professionals, whether it’s overcoming injury or maximising your performance.

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

10+ years

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Meet Callie

An ad agency professional turned ultra runner turned ultra running coach.

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

0-1 year