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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 Pietro

Physical therapist and occupational therapist from Switzerland passionate about running and thriatlon

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

Hola Future Trail Cabronas!

My name is Melissa, and I call Southern California home. I am a cabrona for the wilderness, a dog mom, an advocate for diversity on the trail, and the owner and coach of La Dirección.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Danielle

My name is Danielle and I have been a distance runner for over 16 years, tackling race distances from the 5K to the Marathon. I launched my coaching business Distance with Danielle in an effort to share to my love of running with others by coaching and helping runners achieve their goals!

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

1-3 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 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 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 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 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 Abraham

Hi, I am Abraham Bejil but most people call me Abe. I am a running enthusiast and coach that loves to help those beginning the sport and looking to go to that next level in their journey. I fell in love with Ultrarunning and now pushing myself to the next level and training for 200 milers.

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

1-3 years

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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 Jordan

Hello,
I am an Ultra Runner and CrossFit athlete. I coach in both sports and love helping other go beyond what they think possible! Injury prevention and mobility are top priorities as well. It sucks getting hurt just because you didn't want to do the ten minute warmup.

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

0-1 year

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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 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 Celene

I’m Celene – a passionate and dedicated runner, wife, mother, and a registered nurse in the Canadian Armed Forces.

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

1-3 years

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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 Scott

Much of my growth as a runner came through self-coaching, trial and error, and learning what actually works. That experience shapes how I coach runners who want structure, honest feedback, and training that fits real life.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Tomas

I’m an endurance athlete and coach specializing in trail and ultra running. Multiple-time Czech Skyrace champion with international experience, I help athletes improve performance through structured, data-driven training.

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

1-3 years

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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 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 Rebecca

I enjoy helping others accomplish their goals. I have success on the road with distances of marathon and half marathon. Trails and other distances are not out of the picture. Training needs to be balanced, flexible, and enjoyable. I will also help with nutrition to support your goals.

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

1-3 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 Kendra

Hello! My name is Kendra Eerdmans and I am a certified running coach and personal trainer. I have a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology (exercise science) from the University of North Dakota. I have been personal training for 6 years and am excited to help others find their running potential!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Lisa

I have years of experience in endurance running and a passion for helping others achieve their personal best. I have not only run countless marathons & ultra marathons but also crewed & paced runners to their finish line. Whether it's your first 5K or 100-mile ultra, I can help you reach your goal.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Dana

I am a running coach based in Fairbanks, Alaska. I provide coaching that fits into your busy schedule and helps you reach your running goals while living life to the fullest.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Becky

I believe running should be enjoyable and fit into your life. Let me help you enjoy the process and reach your goals, no matter how big or small. I'm ready to be your biggest cheerleader!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Evan

Evan Birch is a Canadian ultra runner, coach, partner, father, mental health advocate, motivational speaker and former emergency services professional. He has been trail running for nearly two decades and specializes in running and coaching ultra/trail distance events from 5km to 300 miles+

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

3-5 years

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Meet Diana

I am a passionate advocate for health and fitness, specializing in the well-being of older athletes and adults. I have a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, and a background as a Registered Nurse.

I've been a runner for 18 years beginning at age 46.

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

10+ years

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Meet Kayla

Coaching runners from the track to the road to train smart and go the distance!
I specializes in Track & Field Events (sprints, jumps, hurdles, relays) and 5k, 10K, and Half Marathons! I work with beginner and intermediate runners who run for fun or run to meet their running goals.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Aleksandar

I’m Alex, a running coach and endurance athlete helping everyday runners train smarter and stay consistent. I combine evidence-based coaching with real-world experience from marathon and ultra training to build sustainable, long-term progress.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Benjamin

My name is Ben. I have been passionate about fitness based sports all of my life. I opened Turners Cycles in 2013, we specialize in supporting road, gravel and triathlon enthusiasts with our expertise in cycle coaching, triathlon coaching, bike fitting, custom bikes and premium bikes sales.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Matt

I have been an athlete and runner my entire life and been helping athletes get and stay pain free and perform their best for over 25 years. I am a certified personal trainer, certified posture alignment specialist, certified advanced exercise therapist, and certified ultra running coach.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Colleen

Colleen is an experienced trail ultra runner living in Denver, Colorado. She welcomes all athletes, new and experienced, but hopes to use her UESCA ultrarunning coaching certification to get more women over 30 into ultras. She loves her rescue dog, art, and baking.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Serkan

Former athlete, UESCA Certified Coach, and co-founder of 568 Coaching. I started running in 2020 and now serve as captain of 568 Endurance, based in Cyprus. Focused, disciplined, and data-driven—addicted to progress and proud to have raced the 2024 UTMB Finals in Chamonix.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Alexa

Science driven. Athlete focused. Relationship built. I combine evidence based training, sports psychology, and individualized coaching to help trail and ultrarunners train smarter, build confidence, and reach goals that matter to them.

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

10+ years

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Meet Goncalo

UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach based in Oeiras, Portugal. I work mostly with runners starting out in trail and ultra, building plans around the terrain and the time they actually have. Coaching in Portuguese and English, remote or in person around Lisbon and Sintra.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Hernán

With 20 years of experience as a high-performance endurance athlete, I help people achieve real, tangible results through a holistic approach that combines personalized planning, lifestyle integration, and calisthenics-based strength and movement training to improve performance.

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

UESCA-certified triathlon and endurance sports nutrition coach, USAT Level 1 coach, 20+ years in endurance sport and 30 in software engineering. Creator of Predictive Coaching: weighted, linear regression modeling and field data to calculate the gap between where you are, and where you want to be.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Amanda

My name is Amanda and I am a competitive runner of 18 years and counting, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, UESCA Certified Running Coach, and wife to my high school sweetheart. We met through running in high school and got engaged at the Chicago Marathon in 2016 (he ran and I spectated).

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

1-3 years

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Meet Chris

I am a certified strength and conditioning specialist and running coach with 14 years experience in the sport and fitness industry and I am passionate about helping others achieve their goals.

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

10+ 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 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 Monica

I’m an ultrarunner and coach passionate about helping athletes discover just how strong and capable they are. With a focus on endurance, strength, and smart training, I coach runners to prepare for everything from their first race to their next big personal goal.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Gordon

I am an experienced and accomplished ultrarunner who puts heavy focus on self management processes to equip athletes with the right tools for the hardest moments in distance running. I strongly believe that when an athlete understands their body and mind they can take on any challenge!

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

10+ years

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Meet Andrew

I love exploring new trails and discussing training ideas with friends. I'm always down for an adventure and am here to see how far the human body is capable of going!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Jeff

I started with thru hiking in 2011, began doing FKTs, and then moved into ultramarathons. I have written a book and work with a number of brands in the running, backpacking, and fastpacking space.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jenn

I'm a 10-year ultramarathoner who has discovered deep joy in the sport. I started running at 40 (after becoming a mom), and doing ultras at 46, and am dedicated to helping other women who are interested in do the same. I live in NH, and am open to coaching clients who live anywhere in the U.S.

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

0-1 year

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Meet John

I have coached athletes at all levels from beginners through Olympic Trials. I am currently coach a college club triathlon team, high school triathlon team, open water swim team and a masters swim team

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

10+ years

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Meet Ryan

Jen and Ryan live in Ouray, CO. They formed Single Step Running in 2025 as a way to share their love of trail running and the training process with others.

Jen and Ryan have been competing in trail running events for more than a decade, each completing distances up to 100 miles.

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

5-10 years