Much of my growth as a runner came through self-coaching, trial and error, and learning what actually works. That experience shapes how I coach runners who want structure, honest feedback, and training that fits real life.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Hey, I’m Vitaly — a UESCA-certified running coach with deep roots in athletics. I offer personal coaching worldwide, blending science and experience into every training plan.

While my own specialty is sprint (800m), I coach runners across all distances (1k to 42k). And I do it with passion.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

My name is Martin Benes and I am based in the mountain playground of Truckee, CA but able to help athletes all over the world. I enjoy trail running, cross-country skiing, backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and more! Enjoy traveling and cooking on the side.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

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.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

Hey, I'm Suzanne! I'm a cross country coach at a local high school, and trail runner. I started out running short road races, but over the years developed a love for trail & ultra running – something that, had you told me a decade ago, I wouldn't have believed.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I love everything endurance sports related and have more than 20 years of experience in various sports, not just endurance sports, with focus on preparation, performance and sports nutrition. I am very motivated to transfer my knowledge and experience and help others grow in sport and health.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

From childhood until now, I was always involve in physical activity. From playing sports like baseball and football during my school years. Later on in my military career learning about hiking, running, strength conditioning. I'm currently head coach for NJ HIIT Fitness and Performance Running Club.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

After playing various sports growing up, I found a love for running as a young adult. It started as a simple way to stay in shape and be active, and quickly developed into a passion. Now, it is a place I find that brings life, a great community, and a place to belong.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

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.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner

0-1 year

My name is Evan Rosenberg. I'm a passionate coach and triathlete who helps to spread his love of the sport to help you both have fun and accomplish all of your big goals. Racing should be fun and motivational so I look to strike the right balance in order to make training both challenging and fun

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Swimming
• Triathlon

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I'm a Syrian living in Iraq with over 7 years experience in working with non-profit organizations – after four years of working in this sector in Lebanon. I come to Free to Run org with experience in project management and coordination, field-based projects and referrals and medical assistance.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Intermediate

1-3 years

I'm Allie! I enjoy running the East Coast and have extensive experience in the half marathon and marathon distances. I believe in the importance in creating an environment where EVERYONE feels like they can become a runner, no matter your size, speed, or background.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

Hi! My name is Amy. I am a certified UESCA running coach, and I also have a M.S. in exercise science. I love the sport of running and helping others reach their goals in a healthy way. I have coached runners in distances ranging from 5K to Ultramarathon

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

It means a lot to me that I can support runners in their aspirations and goals. Preparing them mentally, and physically through to making smart race day decisions, enabling them to run their best on the day.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Aloha!

I have been coaching HS XC/Track for 11 years and am eager to expand my range to the longer distances. I'm excited to work with adults towards their running goals while maintaining their love for the sport. I look forward to working with you soon!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I’m an endurance athlete and coach specializing in trail and ultra running. Multiple-time Czech Skyrace champion with international experience, I help athletes improve performance through structured, data-driven training.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

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

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

UESCA Certified Running Coach, ultra runner, swimmer & cyclist. I listen first, then build training plans tailored to YOUR needs. Always calm, positive & available. Also a certified pacer — I'm here for every step of your journey. Let's race smarter!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner

0-1 year

I fell in love with running as a young girl and have competed at distances ranging from 800 meters - 100 miles. I love helping fellow athletes of all abilities find their own joy in running, whether they are just starting out or seasoned competitors.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Hi, my name is Judith and I've spent my life cheering for others to get outside and to get active. I am also the Founder of We Run Astur; a social club for all levels and terrain runners. The goal? Sweat, run and connect (with yourself, your community, your environment). 😁🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👏🙌🌳⛰️

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

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.

• Cycling

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Welcome! I'm Dan Gador, a martial arts and running coach based in Israel. My life's work revolves around a simple concept: teaching people how to move better. Whether on the mat or the track, I help athletes of all levels unlock their true physical potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

10+ years

Empowering Strong Runners

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Want to look muscular and do a sub-3 marathon?
I'm working on it. Join me and we can do it together !!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

Experienced endurance athlete helping every ability achieve their endurance goals.

Ensuring that training is personalised to you, fits to your lifestyle and most importantly that you enjoy the process.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

5-10 years

Hi! I’m Kristin St Jean, RN a functional medicine registered nurse and lifelong trail and road runner with over a decade of experience in critical care, I combine my knowledge and expertise with a passion for holistic care to help patients achieve a healed state of balance, health, and wellbeing.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I've coached athletes both online and in person. With newbie 5K runners who found a new passion after training with me, up to marathon athletes with many years of experience who still learn something new with my guidance, my athletes will find success with me if they are willing to put in the work.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

I am an East Coast-based Ultra Running Coach passionate about helping athletes reach their full running potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Hi, I am Nami, a runner/running coach and busy mom based in California. I support beginner to intermediate runners—especially moms—training for 5K to full marathons with flexible, encouraging online coaching that fits real life!

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am a certified strength and conditioning specialist and running coach with 14 years experience in the sport and fitness industry and I am passionate about helping others achieve their goals.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

I’m a lifelong trail enthusiast. For more than 15 years, running and trail running has shaped who I am—both as an athlete and as a coach. I gravitate toward sub‑ultra formats and love the creativity of organizing small, no‑bib events.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

I’m Alex, a running coach and endurance athlete helping everyday runners train smarter and stay consistent. I combine evidence-based coaching with real-world experience from marathon and ultra training to build sustainable, long-term progress.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Race director for the Hardmoors series for the last 18 plus years. Certified personal trainer. 20 years of running Ultras including over 35 x100 plus milers
Mid pack runner who understands the importance of balancing family life with training.

• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Strength and running coach based in Western MA.
Specializing in injury rehab and prevention, supplemental strength training, race prep up to marathon distance. Remote and hybrid in person coaching for all experience levels.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am a coach passionate about the sport of ultrarunning excited to see all athletes succeed whether it is from their first finish to top results and everything in between.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

0-1 year

Hi! I'm Sophie, a trail and ultra runner. I use my personal and professional experience to support people who don't fit the stereotypical runner mould. Particularly those who are neurodiverse, LGBTQIA+ or living with chronic physical or mental health conditions.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

Hi! I'm Lorenzo, an ultra running coach and airline pilot from Italy, extremely passionate about endurance sports and flying.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

Hello, My name is Erin and I love running of all shapes and sizes! I have 15+ years of running experience, including road and trail distances from 5k to 100k. I also coach youth Track & Field in my hometown of Reno, Nevada. I love to help others realize and achieve their racing potential.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years

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.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I’m Hector Martinez, Founder and Coach of M² Performance. I help endurance athletes train with structure, discipline, and data-driven coaching for triathlon, cycling, running, swimming, and strength.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

3-5 years

Hello! My name is Mark. I'm here to help you strive toward your goals and better life. I'm am a pretty simple coach that is looking to help you find all the goals hidden inside. So often it is hard to see the capabilities that are hidden inside, so it is helpful to have someone point you the way.

• Running (marathon or shorter)

• Beginner
• Intermediate

3-5 years

Hi, I’m Sally Nelson. I started running in the early 2000s as a way to get back in shape after having children and quickly discovered a passion that would shape the next two decades of my life.

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

UESCA Certified Triathlon Coach | Multiple Ironman Finisher | Hybrid Athlete | Coach for Everyday Limitless
Helping driven individuals balance life + endurance sport with structured science-backed coaching.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

1-3 years

I am an endurance coach and multisport athlete with a strong focus on physiology, data analysis, and performance testing also train with precision. Leveraging tools such as INSCYD, power-based training, and metabolic profiling, I help athletes train smarter, not harder.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate

0-1 year

Hallo, ich bin Tom.

Als ehemaliger Militär-Aufklärer führte mich ein einschneidendes Erlebnis in die Orthopädietechnik. Mit Erfahrung im Ultralauf, Bewegungsanalysen und Mental/Coaching vereine ich biomechanisches Know-how mit mentaler Stärke. Um deine Grenzen zu verschieben.

• Cycling
• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate

5-10 years

I view endurance sports as a vehicle for discovery and personal growth and I enjoy working with runners, ultrarunners, and endurance athletes pursuing challenges that are personally meaningful to you. What’s your next adventure?

• Running (marathon or shorter)
• Triathlon
• Ultrarunning

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

10+ years

Love Sports, Nature and Health.

Understand that to obtain a fulfilling life one must align every possible aspect of thought and action and in that way obtaining Ultra results.

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

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Expert/Advanced

1-3 years