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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 Kayla

I'm a UESCA certified running coach who loves to get people excited about running! I love working with beginner and intermediate runners and I'd love to coach you to your first half or full marathon finish while keeping you healthy and motivated!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Claire

I’m a masters runner who started running just before I turned 40. I believe anyone can enjoy this sport. Goals are important to keep us motivated and I’m here to help you reach them.

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

Hello, my name is Michael, I was born in Venezuela, I currently live in Salt Lake City – Utah.
I am an amateur mountain runner with more than 10 years of experience.
Ultra Running Coach certified by UESCA.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Juvanni

I'm passionate about helping beginners build a strong foundation through purposeful and sustainable training. Running transformed my mindset and life, and my goal is to help runners complete their first marathon and inspire them to one day experience the World Marathon Majors.

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

0-1 year

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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 Jeff

I offer personalized one-on-one virtual trail and ultra run coaching with a human-first approach. You are a unique individual, and your training should be designed with your experience and motivations in mind and backed up with evidence-based training practices to promote progress and longevity.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Tom

I started running ultras in 2018 and never looked back. Running multiple distances via races, guided and solo adventures. I love what each of these can offer and how I can improve. These lessons and experience are exactly what I will share, ensuring you get the most out of your training and event.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Joshua

I am an avid ultramarathon runner.
I have raced for many years both locally in my country Singapore as well as internationally.
I am keen to share what I learned over the years to like minded people.

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

I have been a competitive athlete for 30+ years as a cyclist, runner and national level bodybuilder. I have been coaching in all sports for 20+ years.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Karen

I have been coaching college and post-collegiate athletes for over 25 years. Before coaching, I competed myself in college and post-collegiately. I enjoy the challenge of working with each unique runner.

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

10+ years

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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 Forrest

I love working with with athletes pursuing big mountain and trail goals. I've been coaching for 15+ years, and the biggest thing I've learned is that every athlete is unique. And that's how I coach; I treat every athlete as an individual and we work towards their goals together.

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

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

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

5-10 years

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Meet Deanna

Hi! My name is Deanna Kelly and I'm a 29 year old mother of two (aged 3 and 2) and I teach grade 2 at a french grade school in London Ontario, Canada. I got into running two years ago, after having my second daughter.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Armando

Long-distance runner, marathoner, and 2nd Dan in Taekwondo. Passionate about human performance, physiology, and evidence-based training. My mission is to help other athletes reach their full potential through discipline, consistency, and smart planning.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Pamela

I am a World and USA Record holder in multiple Ultramarathons. I am still working part time in Nurse Anesthesiology. I received my Certified UESCA Coaching Certificate together my knowledge as a runner and help Utrarunners begin their journey!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
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Meet Christopher

Our proven programs and philosophies are centered around you, and emphasize consitency, well-rounded programs, and valuing the process as much as the result.

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

Helping others to live a heathy lifestyle

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Meet Chris

I am a long time runner that decided to take the hobby a step further. With a history of injuries, I wanted to dig deeper into running form and injury prevention. Passing on the love of running is the next step in the journey.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Daníel Örn

Hi, I’m Daniel. I am a UESCA-certified Ultra Running Coach and a Strength & Conditioning Performance Analyst based in Gran Canaria. I work with athletes wanting to improve their running while staying healthy and strong.

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

I'm passionate about helping you discover the exhilarating world of trail running.
I am an avid ultrarunner with a knack for explaining and guiding others to reach their inherent potential.

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

0-1 year

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Meet David

Began coaching after returning from Spartathlon in 2015. Ran in 2017 and went back with AQ in 2021 to finish Top 20.
Have specialised in coaching athletes for their big A goal races from Badwater to Spine - Dragons Back to MDS to JOGLE - 24 Hour - World Champions to first time ultramarathoners.

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

10+ years

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Meet JP

UESCA Certified Triathlon coach with Specialization in Freestyle Swim Stroke Form and Correction. I am also a Molchanovs Certified Freediver and Level 2 Masters Swimmer. Supplemental Certificate Courses completed include Elite Swim Performance Coaching w/ Strength and Conditioning - Level 2.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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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 Hajnalka

I create individual training plans for runners: beginners, newcomers, half marathon, marathon, or ultra runners. ☺ The runners I coach include ultra runners, cross country runners, marathoners, half marathoners, mums who are starting and restarting after childbirth.

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

5-10 years

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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 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 Amanda

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!

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

10+ years

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Meet Margaret Nelle

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.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Justin

I'm a UESCA-certified running coach with a passion for helping busy professionals become strong, lean, and race-ready. With a background in both road and trail running, I've completed everything from sub-20-minute 5Ks to ultramarathons.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Irem Can

Since around 2019, I have been helping athletes unlock their true potential. I work with athletes of all levels, from short distances to long distances and ultramarathons. My goal is to guide them on the right path, make a positive impact on their lives, and help them enjoy what they do with passion

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

5-10 years

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Meet Eoghan

Over 10 years of ultrarunning experience, 5 years coaching. I focus on finding elements that make the process more enjoyable for clients. To put in the volume for these endurance events, it be enjoyable. Success for me is after goals have been met, clients come back because they miss training.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Keith

I am a sub elite athlete and a coach. I specialize in road running as an athlete with a PR marathon time of 2:39:13 and specialize in endurance, strength, nutrition, and mental coaching.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jesse

I’m Jesse, a coach with 15 years of fitness industry experience, now expanding into running. Training for a 100k ultra, I combine my expertise in strength, group fitness, and running to help you build endurance and confidence. As a certified trainer, I use science-backed methods tailored to beginner

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

Newly certified UESCA Running Coach, but not new to running.
Every runner has a unique journey, and my mission is to help you discover your potential, one stride at a time.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Logan

I am a former professional cyclist working with athletes to optimize their training and well-being for a harmonized performance where the athlete can truly experience the best out of themselves.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

5-10 years

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Meet Ainger

Find your why - focused on helping runners, swimmers and triathletes find out what they want and achieve it. Well being, fitness, efficiency and happiness!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Lily

Hello Runner! I am a Masters prepared Registered Nurse and I take my knowledge of how the body works, passion for coaching, and 15 years of running experience as a starting place in training my athletes. Find out how a Joyful Running approach can help you reach your next goal (JoyRuns-5K-Ultras)!

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

3-5 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 Johnathon

Running has been a passion of mine over the last 15 years. From barely able to complete a mile to dozens of marathons later, I can relate to meeting meeting runners where they are at in their journey – I have been there also! I am focused on finding the right balance in the midst of our busy lives.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Andrew

I’m Andrew Wojciak: a mountain athlete and endurance coach specializing in technical ultramarathons. I help runners build the speed, strength, and injury resilience needed for the gnarliest terrain through a disciplined, systems-based approach to training and recovery.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Tomokazu

My name is Tomokazu Ihara (Tomo)
I am an Ultrarunning coach based in Takao, Tokyo, Japan.
I have been running Ultra's for more than 15yrs and have ran 70 hundred mile races (and runs).
My passion is to share my experience to help and support my clients achieve their goals.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Nandakumar

I am Nandakumar Ramasamy, self employed, started running from 2014 as one of my friend registered for a 10 Km event. I liked running as it was challenging and fun. I am happy to help others with my running knowledge.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Rastislav

I am a certified S&C coach in my country and specialise in endurance athletes in running and cycling.
Mostly I work with recreational athletes. I personally I do cycling, running, BJJ and paragliding.
My approach is holistic with my clients, which includes recovery, nutrition, emotions, etc.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Eduardo

Hybrid athlete, Family Nurse Practitioner, and UESCA Certified Running Coach passionate about helping people build discipline, endurance, and confidence through running and fitness. Founder of VANGARD Running Club in Central Florida.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Jenn

I am the current middle school head cross country and track coach at Jenks as well as an online running coach. I also offer in person track sessions for all ages. Although my day job keeps me working with children, I love helping people of ALL ages!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Lyle

Physical therapist assistant, personal trainer & kettlebell coach turned run coach. I design training plans that progressively build mileage and integrate precision-targeted strength work — giving runners the foundation to perform at their peak, stay injury-free, and keep running for years to come.

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

0-1 year