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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 Kavin

From couch to ultramarathoner in 3 years, I overcame obesity and prediabetes to run 50+ races across Southeast Asia’s tough terrains. Now, I help purposeful runners push limits, build resilience, and transform through meaningful challenges.

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

Doing hard, crazy, challenging things is always more fun with other people.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Athena

I have a Master's in Exercise Sports Science and Health Promotion. I bring 24 years of experience within the health and fitness industry. I have been a runner for 36 years and strength training for 32 years. I've tackled road and trail races from 5Ks to 50 milers, multi-day relays and OCR.

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

10+ years

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Meet Teresa

I am a Navy wife, Navy veteran and Mom to 4 active kiddos. I am a hands-on coach, who knows life is busy and understands schedules can change. I will hold you accountable, but also be your biggest cheerleader.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Lisa

I am a passionate and experienced coach with a diverse background in endurance sports, emergency response, and leadership. I have a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to help athletes succeed.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tommaso

High-performance aviation background shaped my structured, adaptable coaching approach. I help athletes build sustainable performance through injury-free training tailored to their lifestyle, balancing progress with work, recovery, and long-term consistency.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Sally

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.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Nicholas

I am a 42 yo Father and Husband from New York City. I am a NASM Certified Personal Trainer as well as a UESCA Certified Running Coach. I weight trained and played sports my entire life and continue competing as a Marathon Runner for the last 17 years for multiple running clubs in New York City.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Austin

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.

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

3-5 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 Konstantinos

My name is Konstantinos Paradeisopoulos, and I have been a mountain running athlete for over 15 years. I am graduate at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where I am expanding my expertise in sports science.At the same time I am trail runner and ski mountaineer part of the Greek National team

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 Kristy

Off the Beaten Path Psychology and Wellness is for those who want to try a different approach to counselling and mental health. We provide psychology services to people of all ages. We often combine movement and talk therapy in Airdrie, Cochrane & Calgary, Alberta.

Coaching Experience

10+ years

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Meet Wesley

Navy veteran and multi-sport coach with 25 years of high-pressure leadership experience. I help athletes and high performers build mental toughness, resilience, and focused routines to excel in demanding environments and achieve bold goals. Let’s elevate your performance.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Amie

Empowering Marathon & Ultra Runners! Holistic online coach at Running w/Life, with hundreds coached. Crush goals, avoid injuries, run strong, and feel amazing - whether it's Antarctica, Boston, Western States, or your own significant goal. Let's make your wildest running dreams a reality!

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

10+ years

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Meet Robert

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!

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

10+ years

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Meet Bridget

Hello!

I am three years into my own personal ultrarunning journey, after having taken three years off due to loss of interest. I started running in high school with our cross-country team, and fell in love with the community aspect of running. I hope to inspire younger adults to get into ultras!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Stephanie

I grew up as a competitive swimmer and have been a dedicated triathlete for over 17 years. Today, I combine my love of sport with coaching and personal training to help athletes build sustainable fitness and long-term performance.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
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Meet Max Tsz Ho

I began my sports journey as an adult and have since become an ultrarunner, road cyclist, and ski/snowboard instructor. I discovered a true passion for helping others find joy in sports and the satisfaction that comes from working toward a goal.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Lisa

I am a passionate life-long runner, mom, teacher, vegan, and gluten-free certified coach. I have certification through USATF and UESCA. I was born in Ireland and earned a Track and Cross Country scholarship to the States! Running literally changed my life! It can change your life too.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Fernando

¡Hola! Mi nombre es Fernando. Soy corredor, entrenador de correr y médico especialista. Trabaja conmigo y juntos lograremos desarrollar todo tu pontencial y encontrar la mejor versión de ti. ¡Vamos!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Martin

I help busy professionals train for ultras with confidence, structure and smart coaching—without burnout or sacrificing career, family or recovery. Providing personalised coaching to help you train smarter, race stronger and perform with confidence.
Online and ‘on the trails’ coaching available.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Gopinath

Gopinath D is a UESCA Certified Running Coach and experienced marathon pacer from Ahmedabad, India. With over a decade of involvement in endurance sports, he has coached and mentored runners ranging from beginners to ultramarathoners, and has completed 27 official pacing assignments across major Ind

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

5-10 years

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Meet Debasmita

I’m Debasmita, a UESCA-certified ultra running coach and trail runner. I help runners build endurance, strength, and consistency through structured training, mobility, and recovery. My focus is sustainable progress—whether you're training for your first race, a PB, or moving toward longer distances.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Stefan

Beyond the Finish Line Coaching was born out of the need to provide an unparalleled level of coaching to all athletes, regardless of if they are elite or a complete beginner. In addition, individual coaching is offered for any distance, from 5km all the way to non-stop or multi-stage ultramarathons!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Vincent

I coach trail and ultra runners who want to progress over the long term, not chase short-term fixes. My work focuses on durability, consistency, and intelligent training decisions that allow athletes to stay healthy, adaptable, and competitive across seasons.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Szabolcs

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.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Maria

Coach Maria is the head coach of No Limits Endurance Coaching, coaching athletes of all levels with big dreams. Her holistic approach considers athletic ability, history and goals, mental fitness, nutrition, and life-work-training balance. She teaches her athletes to believe so they can achieve.

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

10+ years

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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 Jordan

Coaching isn’t just for elites! Those looking to complete their first race, move up in distance, or set a new personal best will benefit from a coach. A science based approach to training will unlock your potential and get you to the starting line confident and healthy.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Craig

I am a sports chiropractor, certified in functional range conditioning, vegan athlete (Team VPA), avid runner - road-trail-ultra, and a whole food plant based nutritionist.

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

1-3 years

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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 Kannan (Coach Kay)

Endurance coach, ultrarunner with 90+ marathon and ultra races, and founder of KaysFIT Academy. With 24+ years in engineering and leadership, and 8 years full-time as a coach and race director, offering science-backed, personalized coaching and leading OOTYULTRA, Bison Ultra, and Madurai Ultra

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

* Coach all ages of runners, including kids, youth, pre-XC runner, XC runner, adults
* Coach all distance, including kid's mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon
* One of my runners got into Rice University
* Coached a XC runner to drop his 5K time from 18:30 to 16:55 in a year

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

3-5 years

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Meet Dirk

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.

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

10+ years

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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 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 Andy

I got into endurance sports through OCR but have found the most memorable experiences in ultras. I am looking to share my enthusiasm and guide others on their journeys. It’s all a race against your past self whether you’re chasing podiums, PRs or just getting started.

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

0-1 year

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Meet EMMANOUIL

I am a passionate ultra runner, former rowing Greek Champion, 30 years old, who loves coaching.

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 Dora

Hi, I’m Dóra Fekete — running coach, sport instructor and civil engineer based in Sopron, Hungary. I help runners build confidence, joy and performance — from the first steps to marathon distance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Abimantra

I’m Abimantra Pradhana, an endurance strength coach, movement practitioner, and the co-founder of SANA Studio, one of Indonesia’s pioneering boutique fitness and active lifestyle hubs. My background combines architecture, urban design, and strength & conditioning, which shapes how I approach trainin

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

0-1 year

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Meet Emily

I have been running for over 10+ years, having raced everything from 800m to 58 miles! I love longer distances, but simply just getting out the door and running makes me happy! I love making running easily accessible and fun even for everyone!

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

I'm as well an athlete, coming from Martial Arts background with 20+ years experience in practicing and coaching. The journey to endurance sport wasn't an easy move, but definitely full of joy. I'm sort of an old school coach! I do believe in human body capabilities to learn and adapt.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Tobias

As a passionate outdoor and endurance enthusiast, I compete in triathlons, cycling marathons, and running events. As a UESCA Certified Running Coach, I share this passion through structured training, supported by certified strength coaches and equipment at CrossFit TimeOut and TriaLab.shop.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tamara

For me personally, there is nothing more empowering than to help others to achieve their ultra running dreams and support them to unlock their mind-body connection in a holistic way.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Jim

Hello,
My name is Jim Morrison and I am here to share my passion for ultra running and to share what I know about effective training with other aspiring ultra runners. I find joy in guiding others along their own path of rediscovery through running.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Matt

I was a runner in high school, a hiker and backpacker in my 30s, and found ultra running in my 40s. I believe that no matter your background you can be a successful ultrarunner if you choose to put in the work. If you want to do it, you can!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tharindu

I’m a UESCA Certified Running Coach specializing in road running from 5K to the marathon (42.2K). I help runners of all levels train smarter, stay injury-free, and achieve their performance goals. I also have experience guiding athletes preparing for ultramarathon distances.

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