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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 Perry

I’m a UESCA Ultra Running Coach and England Athletics CiRF with a passion for helping runners achieve their goals. From 5Ks to ultras, I offer personalized, science-based coaching to improve technique, build endurance, and boost confidence at any level. Let’s unlock your full potential!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Alyssa

15+ years of Coaching Experience - Biomechanics & Injury Prevention focus
25+ years of Racing Experience - Long course & Running/Ultra focus
12 years of Team Coaching Experience - DC Triathlon Head Coach
BS in Occupational Therapy & MBA

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 Bhaskaran

Advance Marathon Running Essential (INSCA and ATHLETIC AUSTRALIA,) RUNNING COACH_UESCA

International Sports Leadership (Malaysia)

running coach Certification (UESA)
Advance Marathon Training Essential (INSCA and Athletic Australia)
Fitness and Specialized Training:

and beyond, including Dubai,

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

I love adventures: running, climbing, hiking, reading, museums...I've never met an experience I didn't enjoy at least a little! I also believe that humans are incredible and we have the ability to do so much more than we think. I want to be a person who helps others realize the "impossible!"

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

0-1 year

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Meet Raymond

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.

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

10+ years

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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 Coraline

I like to take a holistic view of a person when I coach them, considering their personal, family, and professional circumstances to develop a program, and before I start coaching them, I make sure to fully understand their deep-rooted “why” for embarking on a long-distance race.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tareq

I am a trail and ultrarunning enthusiast from Saudi Arabia with a passion for mountain running and endurance sports. I have participated in several trail and ultramarathon events and developed a strong interest in the science of endurance training and athlete performance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Alejandro

Soy atleta con 15 años de experiencia en running, ciclismo y triatlón. Diseño entrenamientos y planes personalizados según objetivos, nivel y biomecánica, priorizando método, prevención de lesiones y acompañamiento continuo.
El deporte es para todos.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Adel

Hi, I'm UESCA Certified Running Coach with nearly three decades of running experience. Running has been a part of my life since I was 19 years old and has shaped who I am both personally and professionally. What started as a passion has grown into a lifelong journey of learning.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ryann

Certified Run Coach, Personal Trainer, and Nutrition Coach helping athletes of all ages build strength, confidence, and joy in movement whether you’re chasing a PR or just want to feel your best.

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

1-3 years

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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 Simone Angela

Hi, I’m Mona, aka Simone. Come run with me! At creative.runnings., we help you with road and ultrarunning.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Ryan

I'm Ryan Barresi, and I've been running and doing strength work for the last decade. With years of experience in both endurance running and strength training, I focus on creating well-rounded, customized plans for athletes looking to excel in ultramarathons. My approach blends the best of both disci

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jade

I have experience working with and advising athletes with different goals and backgrounds from preparing for a personal best 5k to crushing an ultra endurance race. I enjoy working with adult athletes of all ages and take a holistic approach to tailoring training to an individual's lifestyle.

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

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.

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

10+ years

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Meet James

Hi, I’m James. I love running marathons, trails, hills and mountains.
More than that, I love coaching other athletes to greater heights.
Whether running your first half, discovering trail running or tackling an ultramarathon, I can help you to achieve your goal in a fun and inspiring way.

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

1-3 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 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 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 Stephen

I’m a beginner running coach that specializes in helping new runners get started in the sport, whether you’ve never run before or are looking to level up from just casual runs. I also work with cross training for combat sports athletes to improve their endurance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Chia Chen

"I’m Yang Chia-Cheng. In cycling, true progress isn’t about blind mileage—it’s about precision. I simplify elite training logic through scientific analysis, helping athletes achieve high-efficiency breakthroughs and peak performance within their limited time."

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

0-1 year

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Meet Karla

I am an Ultrarunning and Nutrition coach at Out There Coaching and a avid trail runner and lover of mountains. I have a passion for the outdoors and adventure and my mission is to get you OUT THERE, hitting the trails, building endurance and embracing the adventure along the way.

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

With a background in education, Leslie’s coaching philosophy centers on fostering a growth mindset. She views running as a learning opportunity for everyone who approaches it, whether it's their first mile or 5000th. In this learning adventure, the goal is to reach the finish line through gratitude,

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

5-10 years

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Meet Ella

I grew up training and racing for nordic skiing, which I pursued at a collegiate level before taking a break from competition. Trail running rekindled my competitive desire and I have taken part in races ranging from local to international, and sub-ultra to ultra distances.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Rebecca

I'm Becca! I'm kind of a running nerd and I love helping others find their place in the running world. I'm a former collegiate cross country runner and have been working as a doctor of physical therapy since 2016. I can work with you on gaining fitness, improving performance, or just being healthy.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
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 Miles

From 450 lbs and a cane to running 100+ mile races - I'm Miles Victors, ultrarunning coach and living proof that your starting point doesn't define your finish line.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ello

A marketing and a passionate running enthusiast who enjoys sharing her experiences and insights with fellow runners.
With a contagious energy and a love for the sport, love to inspires others to lace up their shoes and hit the pavement also the dirt!

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

0-1 year

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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 renan

I have been a cyclist all my life, and look forward to helping athletes reach their goals

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

1-3 years

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Meet Betsy

I remember when I took that first running stride on dirt...I only looked back for the views from the mountain tops! I deeply love this athletic endeavor, the community and what running adds to my life. I want to help others build their skills and discover their love for trail and ultrarunning.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Michael

Started running... then fell down the rabbit hole and returned to school to learn everything I could about it.

Coaching 13+ Yrs
Registered Physiotherapist
Master of Science in Physical Therapy
Bachelor of Kinesiology
UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach
Running Injury Assessment and Treatment

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • 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 Emily

I've been an avid runner since 2007, and have coached friends over the years all distances up to the marathon. My passion for enabling runners to become better is why I became certified, whether you want to create better habits or increase your efficiency in your form.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Connie

We've all heard that maxim, Once a Marine, always a Marine" and it describes who I am. As a US Marine Corps veteran, I live our motto, "Semper Fidelis!" (Always Faithful) and go that extra mile for you, leaving NO ONE behind.

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

I coach runners who want more than just miles. With a background in both endurance and strength work, I help athletes build speed, durability, and strength that carries over to real performance. My programming is designed to keep you healthy, progressing, and capable.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Andy

Hi, I am a UESCA and UK Athletics coach who is experienced in coaching endurance athletes in a variety of different events from 5K to ultramarathon on the track, road and trail. I have also have experience of coaching the running aspect of sprint duathlon to 'age-group' international level.

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

10+ years

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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 John

Hi, I am Dr. John, SasquatchRunner — a chiropractor, UESCA Certified Ultra Coach, and big guy who has spent 17 years learning to finish ultras at 200+ lbs. I built my coaching around what I have lived, failed, and learned. Real runners. All sizes. All distances.

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

1-3 years

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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 James

My name is James Glick. I created Appalachian Endurance as a way to share my passion for running with others. I am eager to use the knowledge and experience I have gained over the last 3 decades as an athlete to help you reach your own running goals.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Yazmin

Avid runner and coach with over 20 years of personal running experience, including competing at the NCAA-II level as a top runner for 4 years and later on relocating abroad due to work I have found myself in a good position to still running at a very competitive level. PB in marathon is 2hr 56min.

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

10+ 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 James

I am a Certified UESCA Running Coach, Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) through the Board of Certification and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. I am a World Major Marathons 6-Star Finisher.

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

10+ years

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Meet Zdenek

Former athlete, floorball player, and survival racer, currently an ultrarunner. My experience as a PE teacher and conditioning coach has led me to specialize in running. I focus on technical and fitness development, utilizing data analysis from labs and fieldwork to support athletes in their goals.

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

10+ years