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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 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 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

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Meet Jeff

Ultrarunning coach with 40 years of endurance experience backpacking, mountaineering, trail running paired with a career in risk management. I bring the discipline that keeps people safe on the trail and in the office: I try to help identify what could go wrong, & help you build a plan around it.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jasper

Hi, I’m Jasper, a running and ultrarunning coach from the Netherlands. With a background in Applied Psychology and personal training, I combine physical and mental coaching to help runners train smarter, stay consistent, and confidently work towards their running and ultrarunning goals.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Chris

I am a coach passionate about the sport of ultrarunning excited to see all athletes succeed whether it is from their first finish to top results and everything in between.

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

0-1 year

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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 Megan

Whether you want to run your first ultra/trail race, build a strength training program, or conquer your next marathon PR, I can help you get there. With over a decade of running and 8+ years coaching, I specialize in supporting women (and all genders) in the trail, ultra, and road world.

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

5-10 years

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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 Claire

I’m a masters runner who started running just before I turned 40. I believe anyone can enjoy this sport. Goals are important to keep us motivated and I’m here to help you reach them.

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

My name is Sammy! I am a certified personal trainer and run coach with a background in Pilates. I am an Olympian in the sport of pentathlon which consists of swimming, fencing, running, shooting and equestrian. I love helping others achieve their wellness, fitness, and life goals.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Kjartan

I'm a trail running coach from Iceland and have been coaching since 2017. My training focuses on endurance, strength, and technique, helping runners of all levels tackle trails with confidence. Whether you're a beginner or training for a race, I offer personalized coaching to help you reach your goa

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

5-10 years

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Meet Hilary

I’m an endurance coach with an MS in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition and 50 years of running experience. I use science-backed training, teaching experience, and personalized coaching to help athletes—from beginners to Boston qualifiers and 100-mile finishers—achieve their goals sustainably.

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

5-10 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 Ian

Hi, I'm Ian. I am a UK-based running coach, though happy to provide virtual coaching wherever you are in the world.

I specialise in coaching runners aged 40+ from half-marathon upwards through to ultra distance.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jason

In addition to being a practicing sports medicine and emergency medicine physician in upstate New York, I've been coaching high school, college, and post-collegiate athletes of all ages for nearly twenty years, and am one of the trail and ultrarunning coaches with Boundless Coaching.

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

10+ years

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Meet Elisa

As a dietitian and personal trainer, I believe that integrating the worlds of nutrition and training makes it possible to create a personalized health and performance plan. My goal is to offer a high-quality service that integrates nutrition and training.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Mollie

I've been a runner for 20 years and have ran 7 half marathons, 1 full (Chicago 2019), and have competed in countless 5k & 10k races. I am also a Certified Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and Certified Holistic Nutritionist (AFPA). I love approaching fitness from a place of "Fun first, goals second!"

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

I'm a UESCA certified running coach with a degree in Biochemistry. There are many training approaches out there and I would like to help you find one that matches your talents and training preferences. I will take a holistic individualized approach to help you meet your running goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Jason

Hello, glad you found me. As a Christian Life Coach and retired Army soldier, I found myself wanting to help others with nutrition and exercise. I am an avid runner and naturally positive.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Anna

Hi! I'm Anna and I'm a UESCA certified cycling coach. My passion lies in ultra-endurance cycling and in helping women excel in the sport. Whether you're a beginner, looking to complete your first bikepacking trip or training for race, I'm here to help!

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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 Kyle

I am a high-performance swim and triathlon coach dedicated to helping athletes unlock their full potential through evidence-based training and holistic development. With years of experience leading competitive swim programs and endurance athletes.

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 Renpeng

Hi, I'm Johnny. Leveraging 5 years of ultrarunning and coaching experience, I help athletes optimize training and recovery. My science-based, modular approach is designed to maximize race results while prioritizing injury prevention and management for long-term success.

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

0-1 year

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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 Lorenzo

Hi! I'm Lorenzo, an ultra running coach and airline pilot from Italy, extremely passionate about endurance sports and flying.

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

10+ 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 Thomas

Coach, ultra-runner, and military veteran. I've been competing as a runner and mountain biker for three decades. Ultra-running is my passion but, cycling and weightlifting have always been part of my athletic life. Coaching others to achieve their athletic goals is one of my greatest joys.

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

Hey, I'm Suzanne! I'm a cross country coach at a local high school, and trail runner. I started out running short road races, but over the years developed a love for trail & ultra running – something that, had you told me a decade ago, I wouldn't have believed.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Kathleen

Hi! I’m Kathleen! I’m so excited to be a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach. I have experience with both the journey of a 200-mile race and the challenge of racing a 50k. I believe YOU can run an ultra if that is your dream. We are all unique and I want to support you in a specific training program

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

0-1 year

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Meet Shannon

Hi! I am new to coaching but have been running ultras for the last 8 years, trail running for 12+. I've made pretty much all of the mistakes but learned from each one. I'd love to help others reach their ultra running goals and avoid the pitfalls.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Lily

Hello Runner! I am a Masters prepared Registered Nurse and I take my knowledge of how the body works, passion for coaching, and 15 years of running experience as a starting place in training my athletes. Find out how a Joyful Running approach can help you reach your next goal (JoyRuns-5K-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 Sergio

UESCA certified ultrarunning coach based in Macau, passionate about endurance. Experienced with regional trails and challenges, coaching part-time while continuing learning.

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

1-3 years

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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 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 Chris

Experienced runner and coach that is focused on providing personalized/1:1 coaching for the post-collegiate and everyday runner! Competitive Runner for 16 years, and coaching for 4 years. Coach of multiple athletes who have gone to compete NCAA D1 and other collegiate programs.

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

UESCA-certified running coach with a passion for individualized training, long-term progression, and athlete well-being. I specialize in neuromuscular work, marathon prep, and coaching mature or returning athletes with complex lives.

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

5-10 years

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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 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 Rikki

I am a running and strength coach & run-store owner. I have been running myself for over 12 years and have been coaching athletes since 2021.

I work both remotely and in-person, providing bespoke training plans for athletes of all abilities, goals and distances whether it be on roads or trails.

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

Joy has been a run and triathlon coach since 2015, coaching athletes to conquer their dreams! While she enjoys all distances and abilities, she specializes in the newer athlete with big dreams.

For additional information, including affordable monthly fees, contact Joy at [email protected].

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

10+ years

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Meet Tareq

I am a trail and ultrarunning enthusiast from Saudi Arabia with a passion for mountain running and endurance sports. I have participated in several trail and ultramarathon events and developed a strong interest in the science of endurance training and athlete performance.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Meghan

Hi! I’m Meghan Kennedy - running has been a significant part of my life, but for years I did not know how to improve my running and meet my true potential. Now, I am on a mission to help runners grow their love of running and run their best race!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Lauren

You are a contender! Endurance feats never occur without the power of community. I am here to help you achieve your goals and love the journey!

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

10+ years

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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 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

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Meet Naman

I’m Naman Shah. I’m a runner. I have done 4 FMs and lot of HMs. My best time in FM is 3:44 and HM is a 1:39. I have done couple of ultra running distances as well. I have also done pacing in events.

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year