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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 Ken Andrew

A seasoned athlete with a storied football background and over 8 years of running experience and a daily runner of more than 300 days.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Sarah

I’m Sarah, a UESCA qualified running coach and Pilates teacher from Brighton, UK.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • 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 Raschid Lee

Certified running coach, marathoner, ultrarunner, and trail explorer. I help runners of all levels improve performance, build confidence, and find joy in every step.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Connie

We've all heard that maxim, Once a Marine, always a Marine" and it describes who I am. As a US Marine Corps veteran, I live our motto, "Semper Fidelis!" (Always Faithful) and go that extra mile for you, leaving NO ONE behind.

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

I am a running & movement coach that specializes in helping female masters runners feel good, stay healthy, and improve performance. I work with clients to train their bodies for races, or to train their bodies for life and longevity.

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

Hi! I’m a certified running coach and breathwork facilitator. Through my project Mindrefill, I create personalized training plans that go beyond just running — we combine breathwork techniques to help athletes improve endurance, manage stress, and enhance recovery.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Stefano

I am Stefano and I will help you reach your personal goals, whether it's your first time running on trails or you want to improve your level of performance.
I am also certified as a breath coach and hypnotherapist (for the mental aspect of training).

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

1-3 years

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Meet adam

I am a recently qualified running and ultra running coaching with over 15 years of experience competing endurance events including triathlons from sprint to ironman distance and running events from 5k to ultra marathons. Over the past 8 years I have focused on running, particularly ultra marathons

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

0-1 year

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Meet Nathan

I've been involved in some form of cycling, or running, for over 30 years. I joined my high school cross-country team in 1992, and started mountain biking a short time after that. Over the course of my racing career, I've also competed in over 225 cycling, mountain bike, or cyclocross races.

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

5-10 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 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 Richard

I am a triathlete most of the time do ultra running for the challenge. I work full time as an endurance coach and while I work mostly with triathletes, more and more clients are moving into the world of ultra running. My coaching philosophy is about support. I will always be there to help as needed.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Tharindu

I’m a UESCA Certified Running Coach specializing in road running from 5K to the marathon (42.2K). I help runners of all levels train smarter, stay injury-free, and achieve their performance goals. I also have experience guiding athletes preparing for ultramarathon distances.

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

ASICS Running Club Vietnam Coach, build the Running comunicate social

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

I love trail running and I love helping people achieve their goals with trail running. My coaching practice is based on athletes staying healthy in all areas of their life while working towards their bigger picture dreams. My athletes appreciate my honesty and my drive.

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

10+ years

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Meet Meg

I am passionate about mental health, am a diehard Swiftie, and love all things Alani and coffee. I have run 77 miles, love triathlons, and started coaching to originally help my friends and I train for races.

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 Sara

Health & Wellness Coach, Running Coach, Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach, UltraRunning Certified and Imagery Coach. A Boston Marathon Qualifier, Ironman finisher, and half IM World Championship qualifier, I combine mental and physical fitness coaching with innovative AI tools to help clients thrive.

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

3-5 years

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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 Paul

Hi I'm Paul I have been running ultras since 2010. I started at the back and over the years have worked my way to the front. Prior to coaching I worked as a physiologist for 20 years. I love sharing my running experience with others and helping them to achieve their own running goals.

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

0-1 year

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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 Chris

Chris Bhulai is an Orlando-based endurance and hybrid coach specializing in sustainable run performance. He has competed in multiple half marathons and HYROX events, bringing firsthand racing experience into his coaching. With a background in law enforcement and group fitness coaching, he works with

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

3-5 years

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Meet Bill

I have been a USA Cycling Level 2 and USA Cycling Power Certified trained coach with Peaks Coaching Group since 2008. Before joining Peaks, I was a nationally ranked cyclist and recipient of numerous cycling awards. I am also a certified personal fitness trainer.

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

10+ years

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Meet Sarah

Hi there! I'v been a runner for over 15 years and raced distances from the 5k to the marathon level. I help runners from beginners training for their first race to advanced runners train for big race day goals by developing customized training plans that works with your unique schedule.

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

Empowering Marathon & Ultra Runners! Holistic online coach at Running w/Life, with hundreds coached. Crush goals, avoid injuries, run strong, and feel amazing - whether it's Antarctica, Boston, Western States, or your own significant goal. Let's make your wildest running dreams a reality!

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

10+ years

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Meet Lina

I am a running and strength and conditioning coach in addition to a pelvic health and orthopedic physical therapist. I obtained a degree in Exercise Science before pursuing Physical Therapy, and am passionate about bridging the gap between injury and performance.

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

1-3 years

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Meet John

I've represented Ireland at World & European Level in Ultra Distance including 100K, Ultra Trail & 24hrs. I have progressed from self coached to international level athlete and during this time began coaching kids at a local athletics club. This progressed to coaching the parents.

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

10+ years

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Meet Jesse

I’m Jesse, a coach with 15 years of fitness industry experience, now expanding into running. Training for a 100k ultra, I combine my expertise in strength, group fitness, and running to help you build endurance and confidence. As a certified trainer, I use science-backed methods tailored to beginner

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

I coach trail and ultra runners who want to progress over the long term, not chase short-term fixes. My work focuses on durability, consistency, and intelligent training decisions that allow athletes to stay healthy, adaptable, and competitive across seasons.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Debbie

Debbie Livingston has been coaching runners for a decade and racing for over 25 years. She specializes in the ultra-distance. She encourages a balanced approach to training; fitting the training in with busy lives, ability and personality.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Dorota

Hi, Dorota here. I am an experienced trail, ultra and mountain runner who loves to share knowledge, experience and passion for running. I am a UK Athletics Coach in Running Fitness (CiRF) and Leader in Running Running Fitness (LiRF) and UESCA Ultra Running Coach. My home is Bristol, UK.

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

1-3 years

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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 Maya

Hi, I'm Maya, a dedicated runner with 8+ years of experience. I love helping others achieve their running goals, whether short or long distances. I am originally Lebanese and based in the UAE. I can coach virtually or in-person

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

I have worked across a number of different sports from children to adults and have also worked as professional coach, delivering hundreds of hours of coaching to executives and senior leaders with a focus on wellbeing and mindset.

I have been a certified ultrarunning coach since early 2024

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ben

Hi, I’m Ben. I'm a runner, qualified personal trainer, sports masseuse and running coach. I started as a couch to 5k runner during the pandemic and have since ran and coached up to 100mile I blend science, empathy, and lived experience to help runners of all levels turn goals into finish lines

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

3-5 years

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Meet Natalie

Work with an expert Running and Mountain Bike Coach for true breakthrough performance. I use advanced objective data to reveal your limitations. Access your custom plan via flexible remote programming or concierge in-home analysis for durable, consistent progress and peak function.

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

10+ years

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Meet Natalie

I specialize in trail and ultra running. However, I have experience in all distances ranging from 5k to 100 miles, road and trail. I accept all athletes from beginner level to the seasoned runner just trying to get faster or better. I love seeing athletes crush even the tiniest 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 Jennah

Hello, I'm Jennah!
I’m a Doctor of Physical Therapy, certified UESCA running coach, Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach, and experienced endurance athlete. I live in Buena Vista, Colorado, and I love moving my body in the mountains – especially mountain biking, Nordic skiing and running.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Lauren

I currently reside in the Austin, Texas area where I have been for roughly 5 years now. I spent approximately 10 total years in the army and then transitioned out of the service to become a Registered Nurse. I currently work as a Registered Nurse with adults in the inpatient hospital setting.

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

I’m a health-first, resilience-focused coach who believes in the power of running and strength training to build agency and support long-term well-being. Coaching is client-centered and grounded in your life, capacity, and goals, regardless of experience level.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Nicole

Want a run coach who specializes in female runners 35+, values healthy eating (but won’t make you track macros), loves a challenging workout & understands that a good coach inspires, motivates & guides you to get more out of yourself than you ever thought possible!?

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

5-10 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 Josh

Hi! I'm a running coach based out of St. Louis, Missouri! I love running around the awesome parks and neighbourhoods of the City.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Jeandre

I’m Jeandré Wessels, Biokineticist and UESCA Running Coach. I use biomechanics, strength, and science-based training to help runners move efficiently, stay injury-free, and reach their goals — from first 5 km to advanced marathon performance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Sabina Hartensia

I'm a passionate runner and triathlete based in Switzerland. I race all the distances from 5k up to ultras, with a preference for the longer distances. I am also a triathlete, having done everything from a super sprint to the Ironman. In my coaching, I focus on open communication and science-based.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Moritz

Vibram Ambassador & passionate Trail Runner coaching old and new friends with healthy sport-habit to accelerate their journey.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Stephen

I'm Stephen! I started with my running journey 7 years ago after losing 180 pounds and getting to experience the joy and freedom of running.

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

0-1 year