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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 Niki

I am Niki, a dedicated and hard-working runner coach looking to transfer all the years of knowledge and experience I gained to help athletes of all levels achieve their goals. Always looking to challenge myself and learn in order to better myself and the athletes I serve.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Leonard

Running is for everyone. It's my escape & I want to inspire the runner in everyone. My goal is to help runners new and old get the most of their running experience and enjoy it for a lifetime.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Katelyn

I'm a virtual personal trainer and running coach who loves to help people see that they can do more than they thought possible while keeping a heathy balance of exercising & life outside of exercise.

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

10+ years

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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 Dameon

Like many others, I love to run and have a passion for endurance sport/activities. Over fairly recent years, my mentor has really been pushing me to pursue coaching. Turns out he believes that I have something to give to new and moderately experienced runners of the like.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Vadim

I coach long-course triathletes who balance ambitious goals with demanding lives. As a five-time Ironman World Championship (Kona) finisher and full-time software engineer, I help athletes build structure, consistency, and confidence through efficient, evidence-based training.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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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 Bryce

I am a life long athlete with backgrounds in Triathlon (sprint to ironman), mixed martial arts, and my number one passion…RUNNING! I have enjoyed every distance from the mile to road marathons and ultra marathons. I love helping runners, new or experienced, reach their goals.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Chiara

I’m a certified ultrarunning coach through UESCA and a passionate trail and ultra athlete who believes that big goals deserve smart preparation. Today, I help runners train with structure, confidence, and purpose — so they can pursue ambitious goals while staying healthy and enjoying the process.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Gayle

In addition to being a competitive runner, I am also a certified UESCA and VDOT running coach. I have been running most of my life and love sharing my passion for the sport with others.
"If you run, you are a runner. It doesn’t matter how fast or how far." — John Bingham

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

1-3 years

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Meet Mohammed

I have dedicated myself to advancing my expertise and building a thriving coaching practice. With over 90 individuals coached and 123 consultations conducted since 2023, of all levels to achieve their potential and love for the sport.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Charlotte

My first marathon was in 2006, and my first ultra in 2015. Since then I have run over 280 marathons with 100+ of those being ultras. I try to make running as fun as possible, so run all my races in costume, which is why I'm known as "Marathon CostumeChic"!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Brandon

I’m Brandon Barnaby, founder of Run Mentality Coaching. I help runners build confidence, resilience, and smart, sustainable progress from the pavement to the peaks. I focus on science-based training. My goal is to guide athletes toward stronger running, mindset, and long-term enjoyment of the sport.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Misty

Coach Misty is a seasoned running coach with an unwavering passion for helping others become the best version of themselves. Her dedication to the sport of running and fitness has guided hundreds of first-time runners and seasoned athletes to cross their own personal finish lines.

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

10+ years

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Meet Ed

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.

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

10+ years

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Meet Nithin

I’m Nithin S S, an ultra-endurance (road & trail) runner, and a long-time student of human performance. My running journey began with curiosity and gradually evolved into a pursuit of mastery, discipline, and personal growth. I’ve learned that running is far more than a sport.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Pamela

My clients are a part of my heart. I live for what I do! I've coached hundreds of runners in Germany, as well as the US and the UK, in the past 15 yrs. Communication is key and plans are always individual and unique to each and every person.

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

10+ years

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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 Kris

After moving to Vancouver, I discovered the incredible mountains and trails and quickly became obsessed with all things trail and ultrarunning! As a coach, I aim to guide sustainable progress, foster a sense of adventure, and empower my athletes to help shape their success in the sport.

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

Helping ambitious trail runners finish their BIG ultras100km or 100 miles strong, not destroyed. Through my ULTRAFIT Coaching approach, I use a holistic method that blends smart training, strength work, nutrition, recovery, and living a balanced life. Trail running is fun if you are fit.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Adam

I am a recently qualified running and ultra running coaching with over 15 years of experience competing endurance events including triathlons from sprint to ironman distance and running events from 5k to ultra marathons. Over the past 8 years I have focused on running, particularly ultra marathons

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

1-3 years

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Meet Pablo

I fell in love with endurance sports in 2021 and my goal is to guide other fellow athletes into reaching their goals and foster their love for sports in the long term.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tim

I started informally coaching friends & work colleagues over 30 years ago before getting certified: USATF Level 2, RRCA Level II, Lydiard Level III,
VDOT O2 & UESCA. Now, I leverage that acquired knowledge & my own personal experience to help runners achieve their goals: PRs, BQs, first-timers, etc.

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

10+ years

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Meet Jacob

My name is Jacob and over the past several years I have completed multiple ultras. I hope to help those looking to get into ultra-running realize their potential and accomplish their goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Lee

Whilst I coach runners at various distances, I specialise in helping novice runners complete their first ultra marathon.

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

10+ years

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Meet Tia

RRCA Level 1 & 2 certified Running Coach and UESCA Certified Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach with 15 years of experience coaching individuals and groups. My focus is providing each athlete with personalized attention, support, and a training experience tailored to their goals.

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

10+ years

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Meet Ramin

UESCA-certified triathlon and endurance sports nutrition coach, USAT Level 1 coach, 20+ years in endurance sport and 30 in software engineering. Creator of Predictive Coaching: weighted, linear regression modeling and field data to calculate the gap between where you are, and where you want to be.

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

10+ years

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Meet Raschid Lee

Certified running coach, marathoner, ultrarunner, and trail explorer. I help runners of all levels improve performance, build confidence, and find joy in every step.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Eduardo

I'm a trail runner with 10+ years of experience, an anthropologist, and a project manager. Passionate about ultra and stage races, I see running as a tool for growth. As a coach, I blend science with a holistic approach, helping runners integrate the sport into a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Brittany

Hi, I’m Brittany! I started running in 2015, and I'm here to inspire and guide other runners to be their best. Whether you are just getting started, or have a few marathons under your belt, I will meet you where you are, and together - we will build upon that, to get you where you want to be.

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

0-1 year

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Meet David

Drawing from my experience from 26 marathons and 47 ultramarathons (18 of 100 miles or more) on mountains, roads, flatland, and hills, I know what it takes to get to the finish line. 

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

3-5 years

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Meet Barbara

Living in Preddvor, Slovenia with my partner and two sons.
Graduated athletics coach and certified ultrarunning coach with 12 years of coaching experience.
Trail and ultra runner with 18 years of experience and 12 years of competing in adventure racing.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Kyle

Steady progress wins. I’m Kyle Stanley, a UESCA coach in Greater Boston. I help committed runners avoid the "Hare" trap of burnout by focusing on the "Tortoise" method: slow, disciplined consistency that reaches the finish line. Running changed my health and habits—let’s transform yours online!

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

0-1 year

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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 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 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 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 Neil

I am an experienced trail and ultra runner, having completed lots of ultramarathons since 2015, including creating my own challenge of running from Switzerland back to Norfolk in the UK.

I use this experience and my coaching knowledge to help runners achieve their trail and ultra running 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 Domenico

I'm an italian hybrid athlete

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

0-1 year

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Meet Jeandre

I’m Jeandré Wessels, Biokineticist and UESCA Running Coach. I use biomechanics, strength, and science-based training to help runners move efficiently, stay injury-free, and reach their goals — from first 5 km to advanced marathon performance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet An

Hello, I’m someone who is passionate about running and always eager to explore new experiences. I hope to share these positive values, inspire others.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Tatum

Working mom & sub-3 marathoner helping driven runners fuel well, train smarter, and build the mental resilience to reach their goals… no matter how full life is!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Szymon

I didn't begin running to win races, but out of pure boredom. Today, as a corporate professional and a 2:47 marathoner, I help busy people balance their demanding careers with serious endurance goals. No guesswork, just evidence-based training tailored to your real life.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Juan Fernando

2:36 Marathoner with 3 years of coaching experience with athletes from all around the world. I believe we can all be great athletes as well as great humans and professionals within our scope of expertise. We have to enjoy running and all the perks and benefits it brings to our life.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Valarie

Coach Val is the founder of Running on Carbs, an online run coaching and plant-based nutrition company dedicated to helping busy professional women thrive as runners in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Martin

I was born and raised in Durban, South Africa, home of the Comrades Marathon. I started informal coaching in 2018, and founded Snowy Mountain Endurance in 2020. I hold a postgraduate degree in civil engineering and specialised as a structural design engineer.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Megan

I am a running coach and registered dietitian with certifications in diabetes education (CDCES) and sports nutrition (CSSD). I provide training one-on-one coaching for beginner to advanced runners, and well as specializing working with athletes with type 1 diabetes.

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

10+ years

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Meet Danielle

My name is Danielle and I have been a distance runner for over 16 years, tackling race distances from the 5K to the Marathon. I launched my coaching business Distance with Danielle in an effort to share to my love of running with others by coaching and helping runners achieve their goals!

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

1-3 years