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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 Yamil

I'm Yamil, a passionate ultrarunner who has recently become an Ultrarunning and Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach. I was the first Honduran to complete the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc 176K race.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Ryan

Certified UESCA Ultrarunning and Strength & Conditioning

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

1-3 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 Patrick

As a Board-Certified Orthopedic Doctor of Physical Therapy and certified UESCA running coach, I am here to help you achieve your full potential!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Tymoteusz

I am a passionate runner, husband, and father to a five-year-old daughter, Zoia. Outside of training, I am a fan of live music and enjoy spending time with my family.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Will

Smarter training = Stronger Running

My coaching is for anyone looking to train smarter, run stronger, and have fun along the way. Whatever you want to run, I’ll create a customised plan for you that maximises the value of your training and ensures you get the most out of every run.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Brooke

Hi, I’m Brooke Jesus, a UESCA-certified running coach, passionate endurance athlete, and founder of Paced by Brooke. I specialize in coaching runners of all levels—whether you're lacing up for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PR, or diving into the world of triathlon or ultra-running. I’ve competed

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

0-1 year

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Meet Chris

Hey, I am Chris one of the Endurance Performances Coaches @pack_performance s Aa certified coaches we merge expertise and experience to guide runners on their own unique journeys.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Corina

A runner who loves it so much, I became a coach. I specialize working with beginners or those back to the sport after some time off. I'm the coach I wish I had when I first started running and didn't know anything - and was too intimidated to ask anyone who looked more like a runner than me.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Alyssa

Retired from professional racing myself, I am a full-time endurance sports coach. I work with triathletes and runners of all abilities. I also love coaching endurance athletes looking to pursue other types of athletic endeavors such as adventure races, thru-hikes and FKTs!

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 Deserrae

After backpacking the Triple Crown of American long distance hiking, I dived straight into the world of trail ultra-running as a way to scratch that wild itch. I want to help trail athletes of all kinds learn to train smart and effectively for their dream race and trail goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Martin

My name is Martin Benes and I am based in the mountain playground of Truckee, CA but able to help athletes all over the world. I enjoy trail running, cross-country skiing, backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and more! Enjoy traveling and cooking on the side.

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

10+ years

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Meet Sarah

Hi! I am a passionate WWT professional cyclist, Olympian and now a certified UESCA Cycling Coach. I have been racing bikes since I was 8 years old, and I have fallen completely in love with the sport and also with the science behind it. I'm excited to coach athletes to help them reach their goals!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Mariia

I've been running for over 20 years and my coaching experience is about 10 years. I specialize in distances of 5-42 km and track running.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Jason (Jay)

My name is Jay Steinberg and I'm a running coached based in Evergreen Colorado. You can usually find me on my local trails running with my son, dogs and friends. Or at the track coaching for the local middle school and Youth USATF cross country and track teams.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Adel

Hi, I'm UESCA Certified Running Coach with nearly three decades of running experience. Running has been a part of my life since I was 19 years old and has shaped who I am both personally and professionally. What started as a passion has grown into a lifelong journey of learning.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Christopher

Our proven programs and philosophies are centered around you, and emphasize consitency, well-rounded programs, and valuing the process as much as the result.

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

Sou formado em Educação Física pela Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brasil, com vasta experiência em ultramaratonas em trilha e montanha.

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

Nazywam się Mariusz Makowczenko, certyfikowany trener biegania UESCA i twórca Centrum Endurance Training Academy. Moja historia to droga od walki z nałogami do zdrowego stylu życia. Jako maratończyk i ultramaratończyk pomogę Ci osiągnąć cele, łącząc pasję z profesjonalizmem.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Frank

Hello! My name is Frank Markham. I am a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach located in Williamsburg, Virginia. I am also a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Kelly

I enjoy coaching a wide variety of athletes, from first time racers trying to cross that finish line, to age groupers looking to obtain their personal best.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Amy

In 2015, I started a run club for moms and babies. What began as a small group grew into organized charity races in my city. As my own children grew, I've shifted my focus to empowering moms through running—not just for physical health, but for mental wellness as well.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Dr Alex Jane

I am a triathlon/cycling coach based at the Pain Free Power Endurance Hub in Stockholm, Sweden. Having a PhD in Psychology, my approach to coaching is very evidenced-based and analytical. I also strive to ensure that the athletes I work with have fun – enjoying both the process and the result!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Ben

Hi - I'm Ben! I love competing in ultra marathons and spending days on the trails but I know running has it's challenges. I believe that running improvement should be a fun and positive process and I take pride in being here to support athletes at every stage of their journey.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Brian

As a coach, I have the privilege of helping athletes achieve their dreams. Whether it's a professional athlete striving for the win or a beginner just starting, I believe that every athlete deserves personalized attention and guidance in order to reach their goals.

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

10+ years

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Meet Matt

I was a runner in high school, a hiker and backpacker in my 30s, and found ultra running in my 40s. I believe that no matter your background you can be a successful ultrarunner if you choose to put in the work. If you want to do it, you can!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Alexis

I'm Alexis, a UESCA Certified coach with over 5 years of experience coaching runners of all levels. I started running in middle school and never stopped. My goal as a coach is to help athletes reach their full potential while having fun and prioritizing physical and mental health!

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

5-10 years

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Meet Adriaan

Hi! I'm a high performing age group triathlete specialised in the Ironman distance. I am a good fit for any age group athlete who wants to train for full or half distance triathlo, injury and worry free. I've got experience with beginning/intermediate athletes achieve their ambitions. Get in touch!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Julie

Hello! I have been an ultra runner for over 20 years and a personal trainer for 15 years. I coach individuals one-on-one, virtually focusing on strength, mobility, and sustainable training that supports health and performance. Looking forward to connecting and helping you on your running journey!

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

10+ 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 Adriana

My running story began back in 2000, when I ran my first marathon in Edmonton, Alberta. Fast forward a few years and I discovered my love for trail running and chasing sunrises. I have completed distances of 5k to 160 km. I even dipped my toes into triathlon – finishing Ironman Whistler.

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

0-1 year

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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 Hazel

Putting The Fun into Running
Are you looking to improve your running, or maybe start running?
Do you have a specific goal in mind that you need a personalised plan for?
Are you looking for accountability?
Do you need advice on mental fitness, recovery, race day tactics?

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

10+ years

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Meet Philipp

Als Physiotherapeut und Laufcoach unterstütze ich Dich dabei, SMART und transparent Deine Ziele zu erreichen.

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

1-3 years

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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 Wade

I am fascinated by why people seek out suffering through endurance challenges. For myself, I've found it deeply rewarding. As a new UESCA-certified coach, but long-time advisor and mentor, I'm excited to work with a small number of athletes to help them achieve their goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Diana

a nutritionist and running coach passionate about helping athletes build sustainable habits, improve performance, and enjoy the process. As a marathon runner and endurance athlete, I combine evidence based training with practical coaching to help runners reach their goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Steven

Personalised Coaching for Busy Runners
Don't let life slow you down. Achieve your running goals with personalised online coaching designed to fit your busy schedule. We'll work together to create a training plan that considers your work, family and lifestyle, ensuring you reach the finish line fe

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

1-3 years

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Meet Jeremy

Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, and Ultrarunning Coach originally from California and now based in Vaasa, Finland.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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Meet Alicia

I am a Physical Therapist Assistant in a sports based orthopedic clinic and a Running and Ultrarunning Coach. I use my background in kinesiology and physical therapy to create individualized training plans for runners of all levels!

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

5-10 years

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Meet Craig

I am a sports chiropractor, certified in functional range conditioning, vegan athlete (Team VPA), avid runner - road-trail-ultra, and a whole food plant based nutritionist.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Kimberly

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

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

0-1 year

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Meet Day

I'm a lifelong mountain athlete who helps clients find joy through running. I am also the head coach for a high school cross-country team, and assistant track coach (distance).

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

5-10 years

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Meet Massimo

I’m a former tech executive with many years as a runner and a strong passion for endurance sports and fitness. I qualified as running, ultrarunning, and endurance sports nutrition coach with UESCA, and am looking for athletes to coach and help achieve 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 LINDA

An English-speaking coach based in Beijing. I work with beginners and intermediate runners who want to get better at running but don't know where to start in a positive environment. and in doing so by providing highly customized plans, and 1:1 training time.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Nami

Hi, I am Nami, a runner/running coach and busy mom based in California. I support beginner to intermediate runners—especially moms—training for 5K to full marathons with flexible, encouraging online coaching that fits real life!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Irene

I began competing in 2017. I have experience in short/long distances and on-road/trail events. I have a great understanding of the human body and physiology, as I am a Dr in Biomedicine and a student in sports medicine and science, knowing how to adapt the training according to the athlete's needs.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Betsy

I remember when I took that first running stride on dirt...I only looked back for the views from the mountain tops! I deeply love this athletic endeavor, the community and what running adds to my life. I want to help others build their skills and discover their love for trail and ultrarunning.

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

3-5 years