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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 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 Ainger

Find your why - focused on helping runners, swimmers and triathletes find out what they want and achieve it. Well being, fitness, efficiency and happiness!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Michael

Michael is a UESCA Running Coach, a USA Cycling, Level 2 certified coach and Enlifted Method, Level 2 certified mindset coach. He coaches National Champions, Age-groupers as well as CEOs and emerging leaders.

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

10+ years

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Meet Jordan

Hi, I'm Jordan, I changed my life and became a runner in 2021, since then I've fallen in love with the marathon. I aim to inspire others at the marathon distance as both a coach and a runner.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Madeline

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.

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

0-1 year

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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 Scott

I'm Scott Millman, a dedicated running coach and avid ultra-marathoner. With UESCA and RRCA certifications, I specialize in guiding runners of all abilities, drawing on my extensive experience from 5k to 100k races and a deep passion for endurance sports.

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

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.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Babu

24-year-old passionate advocate for health and wellness. Through running, I strive to spread a message of hope, resilience, and the power of perseverance, inspiring others to lead healthier lives.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
Athlete Specialization
  • Intermediate
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Meet Julius Adrian

Coach Julius Adrian Tapang (Coach J) is a UESCA-certified running coach who helps runners of all levels improve performance, prevent injuries, and enjoy running. With evidence-based training and a focus on technique, he offers personalized coaching to guide athletes to their goals. #Eightensity

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

3-5 years

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Meet LINDA

An English-speaking coach based in Beijing. I work with beginners and intermediate runners who want to get better at running but don't know where to start in a positive environment. and in doing so by providing highly customized plans, and 1:1 training time.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Eric

I am a 45 Years old dad with 2 kids, a boy & a girl in their early teen year, happily married for 17 year & counting. I travel the world as part of my job being an AI consultant but enjoys exploring places while running while meeting new people who share my same passion.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Mark

If you move with a purpose, you are an athlete. As a coach, I'd like to help you reach your goals, in an affordable and approachable way. Whether you are just starting out or have just set an audacious goal, I'm here to help.

Try a month for free. Let me show you how I can help.

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

I am a Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Friend, Ultrarunner, and hopefully your Running Coach. I returned to running in 2013 after a health scare and really started to delve into the running community in 2018. I have competed in and completed distances from 5K to 250 mile Ultras.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Sean

I ran my first road marathon in 2009, and have since taken on many, including the Boston Marathon. Running has become a way of life. My love for it has grown into Triathlon and Ultrarunning, and I want to share it with others who are looking to grow in endurance sport.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Tom

Qualified Ultra-Running coach based in Cornwall, UK

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

0-1 year

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Meet Brett

I love moving efficiently through the mountains, which I do in the form of ski mountaineering, rock and ice climbing, trail running, and backpacking. Intentional training helped me break through a personal fitness plateau, and now I love helping mountain athletes achieve their own goals.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Cal

Athlete, Coach, and Race Director
Sponsored by: @AltraRunning
2:19 Marathon | 2:51 50k
Professional Pacer & 3 x Guinness WR
Coach @HardloopRun
Race Director @TrailRacingOverTexas

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

10+ years

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Meet Tony

Purpose-driven coaching tailored to your life and your goals, focused on breaking through perceived limits and redefining what you're capable of. You are capable of more than you believe, and I want to help extend your horizon.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Cecilia

I am a UESCA certificated running coach and I'm studying sports science at university.

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 am an avid runner who also coaches group classes at F45 as a CPT. With this experience and my own running knowledge I can help determine areas of improvement in running form to match strength training to your running goals.

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Karen

I've always been an athletic person, I grew up playing soccer. In H.S. and junior college I was a swimmer and lifeguard. Before moving to TX from CA in 2011 I was mainly mtb and playing soccer and doing the occasional run race . In 2015 a friend asked me to a triathlon and I got hooked.

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

3-5 years

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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 Jeremy

I’ve worked with several types of athletes, from kids in after school running programs to high school students to adults running their first ultras or trail races. I’ve worked with NCAA athletes on the mental side of training and performance mindset. And I coach my wife… and we’re still married.

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

5-10 years

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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 Mahmut

Hi, I’m Mahmut — co-founder of 568 Endurance and Coaching with a Master’s in International Sports Management. My running journey began in 2018, and what started as a personal pursuit quickly evolved into a mission to help others unlock their potential.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Danny

Hello, my name is Danny Brigman and I'm a father of 5 kids, work full time, and train for ultra marathons so I understand how difficult it can be to make time for training along with life's other demands. I'm Native American and can understand the cultural differences that others may not.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Samantha

I understand the physical and mental demands of running and enjoy coaching up to marathon distances. I found love for running after bariatric surgery and losing 100 pounds. I can bring an unique perspective to coaching because of it and can create the perfect plan for any runner!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Amanda

Hi! I'm Amanda, a lifelong athlete (started racing in the 90's) and UESCA Certified Running and Triathlon coach with over 15 years of experience coaching runners and triathletes of all levels. I'm here to help you reach your goals without rearranging your life and having the most fun along the way!

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

10+ years

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Meet JESSICA

I am a SoCal sports physical therapist, coach, and run club leader.
I have been running for 24+ years and I truly enjoy helping people .

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

3-5 years

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Meet Patrick

As a Board-Certified Orthopedic Doctor of Physical Therapy and certified UESCA running coach, I am here to help you achieve your full potential!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Juan

My name is Juan Villegas, and I am a dedicated high-performance athlete and running coach with a passion for helping others achieve their goals.

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

1-3 years

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Meet DJ

My commitment to you is to make you the best runner you can be, as I believe running is a powerful tool for self realization. My approach is simple- “We get better together."

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

Hello, I’m Serena Hayek a passionate and disciplined runner. Also a physical therapist.
I run for the Lebanese national team.
Mainly in the 800m,1500m,3000m,5000m and 10k.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Chris

Hey, I am Chris one of the Endurance Performances Coaches @pack_performance s Aa certified coaches we merge expertise and experience to guide runners on their own unique journeys.

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

1-3 years

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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 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 Heather

Less hustle, more grace. I offer judgement-free coaching that allows you to show up exactly as you are.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Kyle

Steady progress wins. I’m Kyle Stanley, a UESCA coach in Greater Boston. I help committed runners avoid the "Hare" trap of burnout by focusing on the "Tortoise" method: slow, disciplined consistency that reaches the finish line. Running changed my health and habits—let’s transform yours online!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Sarah

Hi I'm Sarah – I'm a UK Athletics qualified running coach and now a certified UESCA ultrarunning coach. I love marathon distance and above, both as a runner and a coach. I'm also a Level 2 Gym Instructor, currently training to be a Level 3 Personal Trainer.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Steve

I'm a native New Yorker who found confidence and purpose through running. As a coach, I believe in helping others push past perceived limits and build a lifelong, rewarding relationship with the sport—one rooted in self-belief, consistency, and pride in what the body and mind can achieve.

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

10+ years

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Meet Dawn

My name is Coach Dawn. I'm a certified USECA, USAT, US Masters Swim and Road Runners coach. I don't just coach, but race in all 4 disciplines as well. I focus primarily on beginner to intermediate adults, youth and special needs individuals. I love coaching and helping people reach their goals.

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

5-10 years

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Meet RYAN

Coach focused on simple, science-based training for busy lifestyles. I help first-time and returning runners improve with personalized guidance on pacing, form, fueling, recovery, and race strategy. Bilingual in English and Mandarin. Local and online coaching.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Philipp

Als Physiotherapeut und Laufcoach unterstütze ich Dich dabei, SMART und transparent Deine Ziele zu erreichen.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Alla

I’m Alla Shashkina, founder of The Quiet Run in Encinitas, CA. I integrate breathwork into running, drawing from my experience as an ultra runner with several 50Ks, a few 100Ks, and a marathon best of 2:58. My mission is to help runners discover their unique “language of breath,” e

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

5-10 years