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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 Daníel Örn

Hi, I’m Daniel. I am a UESCA-certified Ultra Running Coach and a Strength & Conditioning Performance Analyst based in Gran Canaria. I work with athletes wanting to improve their running while staying healthy and strong.

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

Hi, I’m Dorota, an ultrarunner and coach based in Germany, Europe. I help runners prepare for trail and ultra distances with a balanced approach to performance, recovery, and long-term health.

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

When running becomes a lifestyle, workouts bring happiness, and a race is the culmination of training. As a running coach, my main task is to help my students achieve their goals while also cultivating a love for running within them.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Irem Can

Since around 2019, I have been helping athletes unlock their true potential. I work with athletes of all levels, from short distances to long distances and ultramarathons. My goal is to guide them on the right path, make a positive impact on their lives, and help them enjoy what they do with passion

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

5-10 years

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Meet Rachel

Hello! I'm Rachel, an ultrarunner living in Philadelphia. I have a background in occupational therapy and run specialty. I'm very passionate about increasing female and non-binary presence in the ultrarunning world! I feel that with more diverse representation in coaching, that presence will grow!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Chris

Hi! I’m Taylor – a running coach and event organiser (when I’m at work) and an ultra runner and adventurer (when I’m not).

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

10+ years

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Meet Frank

I'm a long-time runner and lover of all things running. I've made form and strength a core of my practice, both in running and coaching. I'd love to help you reach your goals, whether that's running your first 5k, setting a new PR, or crossing the finish of a 100-miler.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Michael

Michael Schaffner is an experienced and dedicated running coach with over a decade of coaching experience. Whether working with a beginner runner just starting out or an experienced athlete looking to improve their performance, Michael is committed to helping clients achieve their full potential.

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

10+ years

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Meet Tim

Marathoner with 16 finishes—including Boston, NYC & Chicago. PR 2:41. Since 2019 I’ve logged nearly 19,000 miles. I’m passionate about competing and helping others unlock stronger bodies and sharper minds through running. Let’s level up your performance together!

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

My name is Mike, and I’ve been running for over 40 years. I recently became a UESCA certified running and ultramarathon coach, plus received a certification for endurance sports nutrition. I look forward to sharing my extensive running experience with you as your coach.

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

​Jenny Evans is an AFPA Holistic Nutritionist and a NASM Personal trainer, a Sports Nutrition coach, a Nutrition coach and a Women's Fitness specialist. She is also a certified Prenatal & Postnatal Fitness specialist and an UESCA Running, Triathlon & Ultrarunning coach.

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 Michelle

I am an Ultrarunning Coach & Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach who has finished 12 races of 100 miles or more since 2020, including Cocodona 250. I firmly believe that anyone can run ultras, and that there is a world of incredible possibility waiting just beyond your comfort zone. Run with me!

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

1-3 years

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Meet simone

Hello! I’m a runner passionate about the science of the sport, technique, training, and gear. I love helping athletes push past limits, achieve goals, and discover they’re capable of more than they imagined. My approach blends knowledge, personalization, and motivation for lasting progress.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Haiqi

I'm an online running coach who has spent years helping runners of every level — from first-timers to semi-elite competitors — train smarter and race better. Since 2018 I've written one-on-one training plans for runners around the world, and I'm proud to be among the first coaches in mainland China.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Marco

I am passionate about endurance sports and physical activity. I grew up as a soccer player in Italy, playing for my hometown’s professional team. After moving to San Diego with my family I started training and competing in Triathlon, from Sprint to Ironman, as well as Cycling and Running events.

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 Rocio

Eleven-time marathon finisher since 2010 Abbott World Marathon Majors—London, Chicago, New York, Berlin +Philly
Founder of Authentic Athletes since 2022
Head Coach at Happy People Running Academies, coaching 650+ athletes.
First Guatemalan woman to earn the UESCA Running Coach Certification.

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

3-5 years

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Meet William

Hi there, 30+ years now in the Fitness and Coaching industry. Have a passion for helping people achieve their goals, from learning how to swim to completing an Ironman to Ultramarathon.

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 Lisa

My name is Lisa. I have been coaching for a little over 8 years but have been in and around the fitness industry for over 20 years. I have a well rounded view of fitness and I believe that everyone should practice whatever activity or sport that makes them happy.

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

5-10 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 Jonathan

I’m a triathlon coach who loves helping athletes become stronger, more confident, and race-ready. Whether you’re starting your first triathlon or looking to push your limits, I’m here to guide you with structured training, support, and accountability every step of the way.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Gemma

I'm Gemma. The Irish girl, living in Canada.
Im a mom to one teenage boy and a huge animal lover.
Running has taken me places I could only have dreamed of and I can't wait to share this with my athletes.
Passionate about running and a mental health advocate.

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

Michelle is a certified UESCA & RRCA Run Coach, UESCA Endurance Sport Nutrition Coach, PEAK Performance Nutrition Coach, and RYT-200 Hour Yoga Instructor with over 18 years of road running experience from 5Ks to marathons.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Keith

Online Triathlon and run coaching for busy parents

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

10+ years

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Meet Colten

I am an avid runner living in Lakewood, Colorado. I love finding new trails, running with friends, taking on new courses and terrains all of which help me keep the excitement and joy of running alive. I’ll race anything from 5k to 50k to 100 milers and even the occasional beer mile. Let's chat!

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

Hi, I'm a lifelong runner with a passion for helping others. I am an exercise scientist who specializes in biomechanics with an MS in Exercise Science and an American College of Sports Medicine Personal Training certification.

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

10+ years

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Meet Geoff

I work with a wide range of athletes aiming at myriad goals.
I have Ultra athletes, 5K athletes, BQ athletes, OCR athletes, and am now working with Adventure Racers.

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

5-10 years

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Meet James

Scottish trail and Ultra running coach, based in the beautiful Highlands of Scotland, but also spending time in the mountains around Lake Tahoe.

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

10+ years

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Meet Jen

Welcome to Runners of the Corn Coaching! Whether you are a beginner looking to start your running journey or an experienced runner aiming to reach new heights, I am here to guide you every step of the way. My mission is to help you achieve your running goals through personalized coaching, unwavering

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

1-3 years

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Meet Norman

Norman specializes in guiding beginner to intermediate runners as they pursue goals on both roads and trails, spanning from shorter distances to ultras.

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

10+ years

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Meet Steven

Personalised Coaching for Busy Runners
Don't let life slow you down. Achieve your running goals with personalised online coaching designed to fit your busy schedule. We'll work together to create a training plan that considers your work, family and lifestyle, ensuring you reach the finish line fe

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tara

Exercise has always been a huge part of my life! I have been a Physical Therapist for over 14 years, as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. I specialize in pelvic/women's health, running biomechanics, and performance .

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

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Meet Lucas

With almost 30 years of experience in the sport, I have lived and breathed running since learning how to walk—starting as a kid running next to my dad in the final blocks of his training runs and continuing through collegiate and post-collegiate competition.

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

Ive been a personal trainer and group instructor since 2003, I lead a running group out of Bayclub in Portland, Oregon. I really enjoy helping runners of all abilities, set goals to maximize their potential or just simply run for their mental and physical health.

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

10+ years

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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 Courtney

I'm a former D1 collegiate runner and have been coaching junior high/high school xc and track since 2015; I've also recently completed the UESCSA running coach. I'm passionate about helping develop and hone the basics and foundational skills of running events from the 800 to marathon.

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

In 2015, I started a run club for moms and babies. What began as a small group grew into organized charity races in my city. As my own children grew, I've shifted my focus to empowering moms through running—not just for physical health, but for mental wellness as well.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Julian

Industry Leader in Fitness and Wellness, Charismatic Founder and Coach, Corporate Wellness Consultant, and Accomplished Ultra Endurance Athlete.

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

10+ years

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Meet Dave

Founder, Power2Tri Endurance Coaching. USAT Level II + UESCA Ultra Running certified. We coach triathlon, ultra, marathon, and gravel athletes nationwide from Windsor, CO. Adaptive training built around your life - not a template. Let’s get to work.

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 Christopher

My name is Christopher Gonzalez, I am the head coach at GRIT Running Center in Houston, Texas. I am RRCA and UESCA certified. I am very passionate about running and love to work with athletes who are as passionate, not only about trying to accomplish their goals but having fun doing it!

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

My name is Thomas Bowling and I have worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor for the past 30 years. I have always had an interest in Sports Psychology and found that my own endurance running was the perfect place to continue practicing the development of a positive mindset.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Melinda

Based in Bouliac on the outskirts of Bordeaux.
English and French speaker.
Happy to have a free chat for any advice, questions or guidance.
Reach out on email or instagram.

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

Hello! I'm Wilhelm, a passionate runner, and a UESCA Certified Running Coach, dedicated to helping runners of all levels achieve their personal best, whether it's running their first 5k or conquering an ultra marathon.

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

1-3 years