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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 Mattia

Hi, my name is Mattia Armellini I'm 26 and I am, first of all, a huge passionate about endurance sports in general. I'm from Italy where I compete in Cross Country skiing at a Professional level while being self coached. I love the physiological side of endurance sports, especially tirathlon.

Athlete Specialization
  • Expert/Advanced
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Timothy

Helping others to live a heathy lifestyle

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Meet William

Hello! I'm Willie McBride and I've been an endurance sports coach for 14+ years, specializing in running, ultra running, mountaineering, and other foot-based outdoor pursuits. I work with athletes of all levels to chase their dreams while sustainably balancing work, life, and training demands.

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

10+ years

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Meet Jennifer

I love working with beginning runners with big goals. Whether you're just getting started, or just starting to train "seriously," I'm here to help you understand how to become the best runner you can be.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Erin

I’m Erin Robertson, the Gold Coast coach behind PLAY HARD RUN COACHING. Through coaching, I support runners to discover adventures, reach their potential, cross finish lines, and experience the transformative nature of trail and ultra running.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Thomas

I've spend the last 15+ years running the mountains of Colorado and participating in racing, crewing, and pacing ultras. Though the years, I've enjoyed helping my friends succeed at their running goals. Now I'm excited to use my knowledge and experience to help coach others.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Dmitry

Certified running and fitness coach.
Specialist in developing personalized training programs for any goal: from weight loss to race preparation.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Tia

RRCA Level 1 & 2 certified Running Coach and UESCA Certified Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach with 15 years of experience coaching individuals and groups. My focus is providing each athlete with personalized attention, support, and a training experience tailored to their goals.

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

10+ years

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Meet Kelsey

Hello! My name is Kelsey McGill and I'm passionate about supporting others towards the goals they set for themselves. Whether you are new to running, or having years of experience under your belt, I would be honored to support you in your journey.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Akira

World Marathon Majors 6-Star finisher - Boston, Berlin, Chicago, London, New York, and Tokyo | Keio FBJ Roadrunners | NSCA-Certified Personal Trainers (NSCA-CPT®)

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

1-3 years

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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 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 Nan

I help people get better relationship with exercise and training.
I would love to be part of the athletic/sporting journey of anyone wanting to get into endurance sports.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Katharine

I am a Personal Trainer and Running Coach who works with recreational runners and hikers. I take a compressive approach to fitness by addressing strength, endurance, and performance training.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Shane

I am a student of human capabilities and love assisting people in finding their potential. I coach all distances and all skill levels.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Charles

As a certified ultra-running coach, and personal trainer, my mission is to help athletes of all levels unlock their full potential. Whether you’re training for your first 50K or conquering a 100-mile ultramarathon, I provide personalized coaching plans, expert nutrition strategies.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Juozas

As a coach and a runner, I am always eager to learn new things and experiment with them to see if they improve my skills. There is no end-point to this journey of gaining knowledge and becoming a better coach and runner.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Carrie

Hi my name is Carrie and I currently reside in Missouri. I retired from the Navy in 2023 after serving 21 years.
I am married with a 19 year old daughter at the Naval Academy and a 3 year old Corgi, Smokey Bear, who is our fur child.
We love to travel and adventure.

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

1-3 years

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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 Stephen

I’m a beginner running coach that specializes in helping new runners get started in the sport, whether you’ve never run before or are looking to level up from just casual runs. I also work with cross training for combat sports athletes to improve their endurance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Dameon

Like many others, I love to run and have a passion for endurance sport/activities. Over fairly recent years, my mentor has really been pushing me to pursue coaching. Turns out he believes that I have something to give to new and moderately experienced runners of the like.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Richard

I am based in San Antonio, TX and have over 20 years of running experience. Many of those years focused on road running but in 2010, I ventured towards trail running. That naturally led me to ultramarathoning, competing in distances up to 50mi. https://www.athlinks.com/athletes/4781118

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

0-1 year

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Meet Rachel

Certified Ultrarunning Coach, Personal Trainer, and Yoga Teacher; 5Ks to 50Ks to 100 milers!

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

5-10 years

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Meet Ali

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Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
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Meet Ian

I was born and raised in New Zealand, and I now currently live between Spain and Chile.
I'm a full-time ultra runner and I coach a range of clients from around the world, I work with beginners wanting to complete their first event, to experienced endurance athletes running 200 plus mile races.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Kristy

Kristy founded Run The Long Road Coaching 15 years ago and has coached hundreds of runners around the world. Kristy’s love of running began 25 years ago after a 5K. She has completed 14 marathons and 2 ultramarathons (including a 12-hour race).

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

10+ years

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Meet Ferry

I’m Ferry, a UESCA‑certified Running Coach with 10 years of running experience and 10 marathons behind me. Originally from Indonesia and now based in London, I’m passionate about helping runners of all levels progress in their running journey and achieve their personal goals.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Julia

I’m a certified running coach, personal trainer, wife, mother of 2 kiddos, and a total running nerd. I’m passionate about helping people find their personal balance of fitting running and goals into their busy lifestyle.

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

10+ years

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Meet Martijn

I'm a beginning cycling coach.
In cooperation with acclaimed specialists, I aim for a holistic approach.

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

0-1 year

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Meet AJ

AJ Sobrilsky, PT, DPT, OCS, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, board-certified orthopedic specialist, and certified coach in climbing, running, and cycling. With 20+ years experience AJ blends professional expertise and personal experience to help athletes pursue the best versions of themselves.

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

10+ years

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Meet Calantha

Experienced on the trails of Ontario and Quebec, I'm excited to help runners of all abilities and experience levels achieve their ultrarunning goals using an athlete-first coaching approach that values one-on-one engagement.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Mallory

I’m a UESCA Certified Running Coach and Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Gastroenterology. I combine evidence-based training with my healthcare background to help runners build fitness, prevent injury, and reach their goals sustainably.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jodi

Hi! I’m Jodi (Brown) and I’m a psychological therapist, run coach and personal trainer. I offer a unique combination of run coaching (all the usual things you’d expect from a run coach) alongside psychotherapy (CBT & ACT). I'm there to work with you, side by side, to help you achieve your goals.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Kimberly

I am a seasoned ultrarunner with over 10 years of experience racing distances from 50K to 100M. I am an exercise physiologist, registered nurse, and newly UESCA-certified ultrarunning coach who is excited help guide athletes to their goal race with training that integrates into their lifestyle.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Lyle

Physical therapist assistant, personal trainer & kettlebell coach turned run coach. I design training plans that progressively build mileage and integrate precision-targeted strength work — giving runners the foundation to perform at their peak, stay injury-free, and keep running for years to come.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Liz

I focus on helping peri- and post-menopausal women over 50 by building a well-rounded exercise and nutrition program so they can achieve their goals of improving their strength, stability and conditioning, all while preventing injury, losing fat and gaining energy.

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

10+ years

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Meet Heidi

I'm Heidi, ultra coach, experienced ultra runner and advocate for all things trail running. Over the past several years, I've helped many athletes reach their goals and gain a sense of confidence and accomplishment through the power of running. In person and virtual options available. Let's do this!

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

Passionate about helping other become the best version of themselves. I have a wealth of experience in elite sports, predominantly professional soccer working as a strength and conditioning coach. This includes 9 years as a strength and conditioning coach working for a premier league soccer team.

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

I find joy in the mountains, good books, and strong coffee. My love affair with running began when I was in grade school and has allowed me to explore the best and most vulnerable parts of myself over the past 20 years. I believe in sweating the details and working as a team toward big goals.

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

I live in NYC and love finding new trails and races in the area. If you’re looking for a different challenge or adventure, I’d love to get you out of the hustle and bustle of city life and discover new purpose in your running. For me, ultrarunning helps me be the best possible version of myself.

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

3-5 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 Heidi

I am Heidi – a full time mom of 4, Doctor of Physical Therapy and lover of fitness. Running is my greatest passion, but find a balance with strength, endurance and being outdoors. I have completed many races of all distances in running and triathlons and now share the joy with my coaching clients!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ryan

I'm Ryan Barresi, and I've been running and doing strength work for the last decade. With years of experience in both endurance running and strength training, I focus on creating well-rounded, customized plans for athletes looking to excel in ultramarathons. My approach blends the best of both disci

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

1-3 years

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Meet James

As a UESCA-certified ultrarunning coach, James Nalley specializes in race distances of 50k to 250+ miles ranging from flat terrain at sea level to high-altitude mountain races. He also specializes in timed-loop events ranging from six hours to six days, with many podium wins in these categories.

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

1-3 years