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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 Dani

In 2018 I earned my Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa where I was born and raised. Before pursuing this lifelong passion, I received my bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Iowa State University where I competed as a DI spring board/platform diver.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Jessica

I’m a coach based in Western North Carolina, specializing in runners from 5k to 100 miles. With a holistic approach blending intuition and science, I help athletes build strength, resilience, and confidence. Running is a tool for healing, but true growth comes from finding your second wind.

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

10+ years

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Meet Yiannis

I am a Marathon Coach (UESCA/NAASFP) and endurance athlete. With a PB of 2:48 Athens marathon and a 100miles Rodopi Ultra trail finisher (25:15), I know exactly what it takes to bridge the gap between road speed and mountain toughness even when balancing a demanding career and family life.

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

5-10 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 Gemma

In my 20’s I started running to lose weight and get fit, this turned into running marathons and then into ultramarathons. I have run over 250 Parkruns and finished over 50 marathon & ultramarathon races up to 100 miles. I have been helping athletes achieve their goals for the last 10 years.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Don Antonio Marcelo

I’m Don Santillan, a trail and ultra runner based in Baguio City, and I’ve been running since 2012. Growing up and training in the mountains shaped my love for long days on the trails and for the lessons that only ultras can teach patience, humility, and resilience.

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

Luke is a lifelong runner with over 16 years of experience. His goal is to inspire others to experience the outdoors in ways that benefit their physical and mental health. He loves encouraging people to chase their goals and dreams!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Christian

Full-time trail and ultra running coach, based in South Wales, UK.
Owner of Trail Nation and Salomon trail running ambassador.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Helen

Hi, I'm a running coach, yoga teacher and biomedical scientist in the UK. I am a mum of three sons and two dogs, the dogs often join me running on the trails of South London/Surrey borders in the UK.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Stephanie

I have been a runner for nearly 30 years, and I am passionate about science-based run coaching focused on the whole person. I strive to understand your motivations, offer open and honest communication, guide your progress, coach you through overcoming obstacles, and help you achieve your goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Mike

UESCA-certified running coach based in Walpole, MA. I work with recreational runners from first 5Ks to ultramarathons — building personalized plans that fit real life, not the other way around. Community-rooted, process-focused, no rigid templates.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
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 Justin

Sport has always been part of my life. From football to rugby, I started running a few years ago—and it quickly became a true passion. With a first 10K in 39 minutes, my method has delivered steady progress from the 5K up to the marathon. If you’re looking to improve over these distances, reach out!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Marc

Our approach is uniquely tailored to you. We provide individualized programming for fitness, recreation, and competitions, backed by practical experience, in-depth education, and certification to bring you the art and science of performance optimization.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Meghan

Hi! I’m Meghan Kennedy - running has been a significant part of my life, but for years I did not know how to improve my running and meet my true potential. Now, I am on a mission to help runners grow their love of running and run their best race!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Kristin

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.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Guillermo

"Welcome, future runners! I'm Coach Cova, and I'm here to help you unlock your true potential and achieve the running goals you've always dreamed of. Whether you're aiming to run your first 5K, break your personal record, or tackle that marathon, I believe every runner has the ability to go further

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

1-3 years

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Meet Casey

Empowering Strong Runners

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 Kaitlyn

I started running during my first year teaching. Since then I have become an ACSM CPT and a UESCA Running Coach. After falling in love with balancing life, training, and working full time I wanted to help others find the same balance. It's also the best feeling to help others push themselves!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Mallory

I’m Mallory—a lifelong runner with over twenty years in the sport, from road races to 100-mile trail ultras. As a coach, my goal is to facilitate lifelong running and help athletes from all backgrounds find joy and success through the art and science of run training.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Michelle

I became a coach after 5 years of running ultra marathons, all while balancing work and family, including 2 pregnancies. I help everyday athletes realize their ultra goals using evidence-based programming. Helping other mothers stay fit and strong throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Suna

Hello All! As the co-founder of running crew 568endurance and 568coaching; my coaching philosophy centers around creating a positive, supportive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. I believe in fostering open communication and trust.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Kaitlyn

Hi! I'm Kaitlyn - I'm a Doctor of Physical Therapy and specialize in treating running-related injuries and getting runners back to doing what they love. I became a coach to help runners transition back to full training after injury and get those "always injured" runners training healthy again.

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

I have been an avid runner since childhood and want to help share that passion with fellow runners looking to improve performance or consistency. Living and racing in China has given me a great insight into the booming running culture in the country and I want to share that experience with expats.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Luke

My name is Luke and have been coaching online since 2006. Many know me from authoring the Hansons Marathon Method book series. I work mainly with intermediate and advanced runners.

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

My name is Ricky, and I have a lifelong passion for running that span from my youth as a middle-distance track athlete to my time serving in the Marine Corps, where I trained for the 5K distance. These days, I've taken my running to the next level by training for ultramarathons.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Kelly

Dr. Kelly Thomas is a pelvic & sports physical therapist and elite endurance coach in Woodland Park, CO- one of 37 Level 3 USA Triathlon coaches in the world! She specializes in coaching X-tri athletes, ultra runners, and pregnancy & postpartum.

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

10+ years

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Meet Patrick Fagan

My name is Patrick Fagan. I am a physical therapist with 15 years of outpatient clinical experience with a love for running sports.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Corina

A runner who loves it so much, I became a coach. I specialize working with beginners or those back to the sport after some time off. I'm the coach I wish I had when I first started running and didn't know anything - and was too intimidated to ask anyone who looked more like a runner than me.

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

1-3 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 Attila

I am Attila Arany-Tóth, runner and trainer, running coach. My educational website called futoedzo.com is a completely free newsletter for those who want to deepen their relationship with running. Run more, run faster, without injuries. Train smartly and consciously. A little better every day.

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

3-5 years

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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 Jason

I'm a reformed road marathoner now into trail running adventures. I use science to structure workouts to obtain physiological adaptations for success AND to help athletes discover what makes them want to go farther and dig deeper — in running and in life.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Alex

Father, husband and runner. There is something about moving through space that is truly special.
Couple of times 100 miler finisher (Val d'Aran and UTMB).
Quite a few times 100k finisher.
2h44 marathon runner.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jose Quirino

I have been involved in the world of running and triathlon for 15 years. I started my training as a coach 6 years ago.
I am passionate about long distances, learning from my athletes and teaching them the concepts and foundations to achieve their goals. I work with athletes of all levels.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Molly

Molly has been running competitively nearly all her life and became a dedicated student of the sport in the process. She began her coaching practice with the goal of giving dedicated runners science-based, individualized training that addresses differences in pace, physiology, and limiting factors.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Stoney

An experienced ultra runner looking to share my expertise and lessons with you.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Eddie

We are born to run and I am here to help maximize your potential as a runner. I believe an athlete should have a team of professionals around them and I will work with that team to get the best performance out of you. So let's get started!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Kriss

Head coach at Strength For Endurance
Kriss leads a multi disciplinary team of running coaches, physios and strength coaches.
With 15+ years of working with endurance athletes from novices through to professionals, whether it’s overcoming injury or maximising your performance.

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 Robert

Began coaching back in 2022 at a functional fitness gym that used cross fit methodology adapted to fit all fitness levels. Started running HYROX and it reignited my passion for running and have not looked back.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Bethany

I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) specializing in orthopedics, pelvic health, and running as well as a running coach! I competed DI track & cross country at the University of South Dakota and continue to run on local teams in MN. My focus is 5k-marathon including road, trail and track.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Mathew Louis

Endurance V02 Max Coaching

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ignatius

Banker-turn-Running Coach focused on providing bespoke training programme for beginner runners who are looking for detailed guidance on how to improve your running and fitness in general!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Kelly

Hi, I’m Kelly Lutz aka Coaching Klutz!

I’m a certified running/ultra running coach and CSCS with a passion for helping women, trans, and non-binary folks train sustainably so they can enjoy training while dreaming big and pushing their limits (whether on the road or on the trail).

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jhovanna

Hi! I’m Jhovanna Therrien and I go by Jho (pronounced like “Jo/Joe”). I have more memories involving running than not and I'd love to help you do the same! My goal as your coach is to help prepare you to reach your running goals with completely individualized training plans.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
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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 charity challenge of running from Switzerland back to Norfolk in the UK.

I use this experience and my coaching knowledge to help runners achieve their 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 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 Charlie

Hi, I'm Charlie, an ultra runner and UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach in Eastbourne, UK. My first ultra was 32 miles across the Seven Sisters, with no marathon or road background behind me. Now I help complete beginners get to their first start line with personalised 1-1 bespoke coaching

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