Michael Schaffner is an experienced and dedicated running coach with over a decade of coaching experience. Whether working with a beginner runner just starting out or an experienced athlete looking to improve their performance, Michael is committed to helping clients achieve their full potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

10+ years

Hi! Wanted to share a little bit about me with you all. I'm Sarah Simmons, founder of SarieSims Coaching. I'm passionate about all things running, trail hiking and backpacking, but even more than that I'm passionate about moving my body.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

As a Coach athlete, I have always been driven by a passion for fitness . My involvement in sports made me learn the importance of discipline, hardwork, and teamwork. Im eager to mentor and guide students, helping them realize and make the best of their potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

10+ years

I am a Mexican athlete, coach, writer, and academic based in Singapore. My approach integrates evidence-based sports science and social theory to support athletes who want to expand their limits and become the best version of themselves; physically, mentally, socially, and beyond.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

I’m a USECA Certified Running Coach and Sports Therapist with a degree in Sports Injury & Treatment. Through Blue Giraffe Wellness + Performance, I support new runners, performance-focused age-groupers, and athletes returning from injury.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

10+ years

Hi - I am Sam Farnsworth from ZenduranceNow Coaching. We are a group of three coaches that trains all comers from entry level runners to multi-day stage races. We've seen a lot in the trail running world and are here to help you make your goals a reality.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

Evan Birch is a Canadian ultra runner, coach, partner, father, mental health advocate, motivational speaker and former emergency services professional. He has been trail running for nearly two decades and specializes in running and coaching ultra/trail distance events from 5km to 300 miles+

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Hi, I’m Alejandro Garcia — a UESCA-certified Ultrarunning Coach who discovered the trails later in life and never looked back. Born in Venezuela and raised in the lush nature of Costa Rica, I traded a busy tech-executive lifestyle for slow travel with my wife and dog, and the joy of ultrarunning. 🏔

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I consider myself a runner first and a coach second. If I am in your area, I want to run with you and coach from your side rather than from the finish line. I practice what I preach!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

0-1 year

I’m a 27-year-old ultra-trail runner and former/current member of the Hungarian National Trail Running Team. Nature has been my home since childhood, and running is my lifestyle. My mission is to help others progress healthily while discovering the joy and freedom of trail running.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hola! Soy Adrián Araya, Fisioterapeuta de PhysioElite Rehab & Performance y Running Coach Certificado por UESCA.
Tengo mi propio emprendimiento y equipo llamado Elite Trail Coaching o ETC.
Realizo Trail Running y brindo Coaching personalizado e Individualizado en Trail para distancias de 5 a 42kms.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

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

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Intermediate

5-10 years

Doctor of Physical Therapy, UESCA Certified Running Coach, and proud back-of-the-pack marathoner. I help runners of all abilities train with confidence, stay healthy, and discover they're capable of more than they think.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

“Where there's a will there's a way.”

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Putting The Fun into Running
Are you looking to improve your running, or maybe start running?
Do you have a specific goal in mind that you need a personalised plan for?
Are you looking for accountability?
Do you need advice on mental fitness, recovery, race day tactics?

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

My mission is simple: to help 'normal' people complete their first ultramarathon and experience the growth, satisfaction and achievement that can only come from being truly outside your comfort zone.

This is a truly life-changing sport.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

34 y/o athlete, musician, husband & father in Palawan. With 6 years of road & trail experience, I coach with the same genuine care I give my family. Whether on pavement or mountain paths, I’ll help you find your rhythm in the wherever you are in this beautiful world. Let’s run, longer, together!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Dr. Kristen Salkas is a UESCA-certified run coach specializing in beginner and intermediate runners. She also specializes in parathletes (athletes with disabilities). She has a PhD in Disability Studies and takes a science-minded approach to training and racing. Her owns and runs K Salk Coaching.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

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.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

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.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

Together, we consider and prepare my athletes for both process and outcome goals from beginner runners wanting to run 1 mile continuously to athletes running sub 2:40. Holistic coaching through in person and virtual training/meeting platforms includes mindset, nutrition, complements components.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Ultrarunning enthusiast, trying to elevate his skills.

• Ultrarunning

0-1 year

Dirk completed his Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from Boston University and has been working as an outpatient PT since. He has owned a private practice for the past 20 years and has focused his work on endurance athletes, especially in the sports of ultrarunning and cycling.

• Cycling
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

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

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

I'm Heather Hart, Exercise Physiologist, CSCS, and co-founder of Hart Strength and Endurance Coaching. I help clients reach their endurance goals while making sure they never lose their love for their sport. I specialize in coaching ultrarunning, adventure racing, and strength training.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

At 50, I'm still setting 5K PRs, recently improved my 50K by two hours, and beat my Ironman time while being 15 years older. Not through genetics—I'm solidly mid-pack—but systematic application of scientific principles.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I’m the husband to an incredible wife and the proud father of 2 beautiful girls. We live in Mallaig on the West coast of the Scottish Highlands, Lochaber in Scotland. I Run and Coach athletes who I am very proud of!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

As an 18-year veteran of distance running, I have experience with races from the 5K to the marathon. As an adult athlete, I understand the daily challenges of training while juggling responsibilities, as well as the specific recovery and training needs of adult and master's athletes.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

As a retired veteran, I found a lack of coaching specific to my unique condition, so I spent time focused on gaining the education to improve my own training, starting with a Masters in Positive Psychology. I don’t work, but spend my time training myself in my home gym and running.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I enjoy working with new or young athletes in the beginning of their running journey, although I am not afraid to help an experienced runner find their way to a PR or other goal. My specialty is with the HALF marathon or shorter.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

1-3 years

Hi, Dorota here. I am an experienced trail, ultra and mountain runner who loves to share knowledge, experience and passion for running. I am a UK Athletics Coach in Running Fitness (CiRF) and Leader in Running Running Fitness (LiRF) and UESCA Ultra Running Coach. My home is Bristol, UK.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am a movement enthusiast and lifelong athlete. I am a firm believer in that we all have athletic potential and the ability to become efficient movers – and that movement makes us better humans. I live by the basic tenant of being “fit for life” and sharing that zest with as many people as possible

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Intermediate

5-10 years

I am a certified endurance coach with more than 15 years of experience. I specialize in coaching and advising athletes for running, trailrunning, and ultrarunning.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I’m Rupal, a running coach, entrepreneur, and proud mother of two teenagers. My journey with running began in high school, where I discovered my passion for the sport. As captain of our track team, I honed my coaching skills to help teammates and runners achieve their full potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

Fell in love with the process of running and wanted to learn all I could about it. I believe in long term athletic growth and finding joy in the journey!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Originally from Iceland but residing in Gran Canary (Spain). I am a certified Strength & conditioning coach from Iceland and a UESCA Ultra running coach. I enjoy helping people reach their goals regardless of their background or level, focusing on being the best version of themselves!

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

Double degree in administration and marketing but athlete and sportsman by passion for more than 19 years.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon

• Intermediate

1-3 years

Microcosm Coaching is a human-first coaching organization that knows the best athletes don’t go it alone. That’s why Microcosm offers a diverse team of coaches with expertise in nutrition, mental health and performance that will help you sustain your love and passion for sport long term. Our coaches

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Hi! I'm Amanda, a lifelong athlete (started racing in the 90's) and UESCA Certified Running and Triathlon coach with over 15 years of experience coaching runners and triathletes of all levels. I'm here to help you reach your goals without rearranging your life and having the most fun along the way!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

10+ years

I am an experienced track and field coach, specialising in coaching high school athletes, for almost a decade. I have been teaching Running For Fitness courses at the tertiary level as well. In addition to my role at the university, I provide S&C to several varsity teams/clients.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

I am an experienced coach and competitive distance runner. I have coached elementary school, college and adults in distances from 1 mile to ultramarathons.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

I love the outdoors,nature,mountains,forests and the running crowd! If a problem on a 4-hour long run is not solved, it is not solvable.Running & coaching runners aren't just my passions; they're integral parts of my lifestyle and have shaped the community of individuals I've connected with over yrs

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Hi, I’m Jessie, a marathoner, mom of two, and UESCA-certified nutrition coach. I help runners balance training and life while fueling effectively with practical, science-based strategies for better performance and recovery.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

As a coach, I have the privilege of helping athletes achieve their dreams. Whether it's a professional athlete striving for the win or a beginner just starting, I believe that every athlete deserves personalized attention and guidance in order to reach their goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I was not a fan of running in high school though I played many sports and ran winter track all four years.

I ran my first half marathon in 2013 solely to earn the "13.1" magnet for my car.

A decade later, I've run 15 half marathons, 12 marathons, and qualified as a Marathon Maniac.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

1-3 years

As a Board-Certified Orthopedic Doctor of Physical Therapy and certified UESCA running coach, I am here to help you achieve your full potential!

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

I started running around 2013 and quickly fell in love with it! My first race in 2018 was the Bizz Johnson 50k. The bug quickly took hold and I’ve raced 50 mile, 100k, 100 mile, and 200+ miles as well as set numerous Fastest Known Time records.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

Hey there, I'm Jacob Snochowski.
My running journey started in 2005 when I joined the army. From just running without a plan or even a watch, I've evolved into a competitive runner and a proud member of Team La Sportiva and an experienced running Coach.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years