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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 Chris

Reach your running goals with a certified trainer and master your running training, whether for fun, 5K, half marathon or marathon

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

0-1 year

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Meet Paula

I'm an ultra runner and running coach with Camino Ultra. I have experience coaching and running events from 50km to over 100 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 Tamara

I have been a competitive athlete for 30+ years as a cyclist, runner and national level bodybuilder. I have been coaching in all sports for 20+ years.

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

10+ years

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Meet Eric

I am a certified Personal Trainer, Spartan SGX coach, UESCA certified running coach specialized in Trail running, Spartan Race and hybrid workout

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

3-5 years

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Meet Jennifer

I'm a UESCA certified running coach and an avid road and trail runner based in the Bay Area.
I earned my PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Rice University.
Through athlete-centric and evidence-based approach, I coach recreational runners to become mentally and physically stronger.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Aoife

I am Sports Massage and Injury Therapist from Limerick, Ireland who dabbles in ultra trail running. My love for this sport, the human body and maximising potential has brought me to coaching.

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

I am a running coach specialising in trail ultramarathons. After more than 15 years of racing these myself, I have been coaching since early 2025.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ryan

Dad | Athlete/Runner | Running Coach | Follower of Christ | HR | Ogden Marathon Ambassador | SLC Marathon Ambassador

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

3-5 years

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Meet Jennifer

I started running in 2013, during my early 30s. Running has never come naturally or easy for me, yet I have managed to conquer ultra distances up to 100 miles through consistent, steady training. My passion is to support others while they aim to reach their goals!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Lynn

As a UESCA Certified Running Coach and experience marathoner, Lynn helps runners train smarter, build confidence, and reach their goals with personalized coaching. Lynn's evidence based approach combines structured training, strength, recovery, and accountability to help you run stronger.

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

UESCA-certified running coach and mom of two with 8 marathons under my belt—including during pregnancy and postpartum. I offer custom plans for all levels, locally in Lake County, IL and virtually, blending endurance, injury prevention, and real-life support.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Paul

I am a USAT Level II, USECA Ultra Running, IRONMAN U and TrainingPeaks Certified Coach, & founder/head consultant for Revolution Endurance. I bring 23 years of experience educating and guiding athletes to achieve their endurance sports goals.

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 Bogdan

Running is my passion and I am passionate about building stronger, faster and more confident runners one step at a time. Let's transform your running journey with expert guidance, motivation, and proven results by combining evidence-based techniques and real-world experience to maximize performance.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Gopinath

Gopinath D is a UESCA Certified Running Coach and experienced marathon pacer from Ahmedabad, India. With over a decade of involvement in endurance sports, he has coached and mentored runners ranging from beginners to ultramarathoners, and has completed 27 official pacing assignments across major Ind

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

Born and raised in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Started documenting my runs October 2019. Since, I've ran
-5x 100 mile ultra,
-self supported 100 miler around the Pagoda,
-4x multi day races, including a 6 day.

Highly driven, looking to help others.

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Yazmin

Avid runner and coach with over 20 years of personal running experience, including competing at the NCAA-II level as a top runner for 4 years and later on relocating abroad due to work I have found myself in a good position to still running at a very competitive level. PB in marathon is 2hr 56min.

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

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 Martin

I help busy professionals train for ultras with confidence, structure and smart coaching—without burnout or sacrificing career, family or recovery. Providing personalised coaching to help you train smarter, race stronger and perform with confidence.
Online and ‘on the trails’ coaching available.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Marco

Certified ultra running coach, trail runner, and endurance athlete from Italy. I help runners improve through personalized coaching, continuous feedback, and adaptive training plans focused on the athlete’s real needs, goals, and lifestyle.

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

0-1 year

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Meet LANCE

Hey there! I’m Coach Lance, Since 2012, I’ve been taking on some of the toughest ultramarathons—everything from 50Ks to five grueling 200+ mile races. Along the way, I earned a Top 10 finish at the inaugural Arizona Monster 300. I know firsthand what it’s going to take to go the distance.

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

0-1 year

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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 Chris

I specialize in everyday recreational athletes and age group competitors. I love helping cyclist and trail runners explore their own frontiers through endurance sports. Whether you are new to endurance sports, develop a healthy lifestyle or stand on podium let me help you explore your frontiers!

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

5-10 years

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Meet Irem Can

Since around 2019, I have been helping athletes unlock their true potential. I work with athletes of all levels, from short distances to long distances and ultramarathons. My goal is to guide them on the right path, make a positive impact on their lives, and help them enjoy what they do with passion

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

5-10 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 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

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Meet Wojciech

The Ultra Trail Academy has been created as a result of passion for ultra mountain running and my love of sharing my knowledge and experience. It will be my pleasure to work with those who are preparing for their mountain running debut as well as those who dream of improving their ultra performance.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Olivia

Running coach based out of Jersey in the Channel Islands.

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

As a retired veteran, I found a lack of coaching specific to my unique condition, so I spent time focused on gaining the education to improve my own training, starting with a Masters in Positive Psychology. I don’t work, but spend my time training myself in my home gym and running.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Carolyn

I'm a physical therapist who has been running for as long as I can remember. I love helping others find joy and fun in all aspects of running while encouraging them to reach their goals being strong and healthy!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jason

I'm a reformed road marathoner now into trail running adventures. I use science to structure workouts to obtain physiological adaptations for success AND to help athletes discover what makes them want to go farther and dig deeper — in running and in life.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Casey

Strength and running coach based in Western MA.
Specializing in injury rehab and prevention, supplemental strength training, race prep up to marathon distance. Remote and hybrid in person coaching for all experience levels.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Knut

I got into coaching after having helped my wife train and qualify for Kona in 2024. She had gotten her foundation from 10 years in the sport with another coach. But in 2023 I took over and we managed to make good progress in a year. Motivated by this I would like to help others too.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Donald

I specialize in coaching techniques that promote long-term health and performance. My approach emphasizes smart training practices, biomechanics, and recovery strategies to keep you running strong for years to come.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Pamela

My clients are a part of my heart. I live for what I do! I've coached hundreds of runners in Germany, as well as the US and the UK, in the past 15 yrs. Communication is key and plans are always individual and unique to each and every person.

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

10+ 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 Sam

Hi - I am Sam Farnsworth from ZenduranceNow Coaching. We are a group of three coaches that trains all comers from entry level runners to multi-day stage races. We've seen a lot in the trail running world and are here to help you make your goals a reality.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Gabriel Eduardo

Double degree in administration and marketing but athlete and sportsman by passion for more than 19 years.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Cycling
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
  • Swimming
  • Triathlon
Athlete Specialization
  • 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 Brennan

Brennan Townshend is one of the top fell, trail and sky runners in the UK and he is our head coach at High Peak Running. Brennan has won many races including 3 Peaks, Garmin Mourne Sky race, Skiddaw, Buttermere Sailbeck and Grisedale Horseshoe. He has run internationally for GB.

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

10+ years

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Meet Brenda

My name is Brenda Bettencourt and am the sole coach of Island Tri Coaching. I'm physically located in Kailua-Kona and use Training Peaks as a way to communicate training programs. I offer local and distace coaching. I'm also a certified Sports Performace Specialist by American Council on Exercise.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Triathlon
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Meet Melinda

Running, trail and ultrarunning coach.
I know the challenges of managing training around family life, so we can work on finding the right balance for you to achieve your training goals.
Native English speaker, advanced french speaker
Virtual coaching for all, internationally.
Bordeaux-based.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jamie

Hi, I’m Jamie—run coach & endurance athlete. I help runners train smarter, stay healthy, and enjoy the process. I especially like working with beginners and postpartum women getting back into running, with personalized plans that meet you where you are and help you move forward with confidence.

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

10+ 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

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Meet Fernando

¡Hola! Mi nombre es Fernando. Soy corredor, entrenador de correr y médico especialista. Trabaja conmigo y juntos lograremos desarrollar todo tu pontencial y encontrar la mejor versión de ti. ¡Vamos!

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

1-3 years