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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 Aleksis

I’m a certified ultra running, sports nutrition and S&C coach with over 10 years of experience in endurance sports, particularly in ultra trail distances. I have successfully completed multiple 100-mile trail races and have honed the techniques essential for finishing ultra trail races.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Kerry

I have been a recreational runner for over 20 years. Running has been something that I have found so much joy in and my goal is to help others find that same passion. It's not about the paces you run or distances you cover - it's about showing up.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Luke

With 38 years of running experience under my belt, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion for the sport that has shaped my life. My journey began with competitive races ranging from 5Ks to marathons, where I developed a deep appreciation for the discipline and commitment that running demands.

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

I'm Heidi, ultra coach, experienced ultra runner and advocate for all things trail running. Over the past several years, I've helped many athletes reach their goals and gain a sense of confidence and accomplishment through the power of running. In person and virtual options available. Let's do this!

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

I’m a USECA Certified Running Coach and Sports Therapist with a degree in Sports Injury & Treatment. Through Blue Giraffe Wellness + Performance, I support new runners, performance-focused age-groupers, and athletes returning from injury.

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

10+ years

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Meet Judith

Hi, my name is Judith and I've spent my life cheering for others to get outside and to get active. I am also the Founder of We Run Astur; a social club for all levels and terrain runners. The goal? Sweat, run and connect (with yourself, your community, your environment). 😁🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️👏🙌🌳⛰️

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ilana

I am originally from Upstate New York but now live in Jerusalem with my husband and 3 children. I coach runners all around the world with virtual training plans to help them reach new levels of fitness.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Amrit

ACE Certified Personal Trainer, UESCA Running Coach, Precision Nutrition Coach, and Girls Gone Strong (GGS) Certified Professional with 7+ years of client-facing experience. Specializes in strength training, running performance, and behavior-focused nutrition coaching.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Running (marathon or shorter)
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 Matthew

My name is Matthew McHugh and In am a avid trail & ultra runner that is passionate about coaching athletes to run and compete at ultra distances. I believe that then human body is an amazing machine with unlimited potential. I like to bring out that potential in my athletes.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Samantha

I came to coaching through my love of science, outdoor exercise, and local food. Science helps us understand how our bodies can adapt to training stimuli; outdoor exercise keeps us moving and connected to nature; local food nourishes our bodies and connects us to our communities.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Daníel Örn

Hi, I’m Daniel. I am a UESCA-certified Ultra Running Coach and a Strength & Conditioning Performance Analyst based in Gran Canaria. I work with athletes wanting to improve their running while staying healthy and strong.

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

I coach athletes who are new to running who have their sights set on races from 5K to 10K. With time, these athletes sometimes choose to progress to run longer distances like the half marathon and marathon.

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

Hi, I’m Alejandro Garcia — a UESCA-certified Ultrarunning Coach who discovered the trails later in life and never looked back. Born in Venezuela and raised in the lush nature of Costa Rica, I traded a busy tech-executive lifestyle for slow travel with my wife and dog, and the joy of ultrarunning. 🏔

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

1-3 years

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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 Alejandro

Soy atleta con 15 años de experiencia en running, ciclismo y triatlón. Diseño entrenamientos y planes personalizados según objetivos, nivel y biomecánica, priorizando método, prevención de lesiones y acompañamiento continuo.
El deporte es para todos.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Hannah

Philadelphia based running coach who specializes in working with motivated athletes who are looking to develop a stronger understanding of the sport to reach their next goal. I love to work with clients long-term and be your teammate in your greater running journey!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Jeff

My name is Jeff Dill and I’m a registered physiotherapist, husband, and lifelong runner. Outside of work and running, I enjoy spending time with my wife & family, travelling, and cooking at home.

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

My name is Tomokazu Ihara (Tomo)
I am an Ultrarunning coach based in Takao, Tokyo, Japan.
I have been running Ultra's for more than 15yrs and have ran 70 hundred mile races (and runs).
My passion is to share my experience to help and support my clients achieve their goals.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Sara

Hi! My name is Sara, along with being a personal trainer and nutritionist for over 10 years, my passion is to help people gain confidence in their bodies to perform well in training. I specialize in combining strength + running + proper fueling so you can show up prepared on race day.

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

10+ years

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Meet Mary

Mary’s coaching at Trails and Fitness is all about helping athletes find their feet. With bespoke, sustainable training plans tailored to your goals, Mary combines her expertise and passion to educate and empower you on your 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 Rachel

Certified Ultrarunning Coach, Personal Trainer, and Yoga Teacher; 5Ks to 50Ks to 100 milers!

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

5-10 years

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Meet Jessica

With a background in healthcare and a passion for helping people live a big, rad life, I help predominantly women and non-binary humans with not only running and lifting performance, but body image, lifestyle, habits and nutrition as well.

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

5-10 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 Kannan (Coach Kay)

Endurance coach, ultrarunner with 90+ marathon and ultra races, and founder of KaysFIT Academy. With 24+ years in engineering and leadership, and 8 years full-time as a coach and race director, offering science-backed, personalized coaching and leading OOTYULTRA, Bison Ultra, and Madurai Ultra

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

I have been working with runners and triathletes as a coach for over 10 years, and for the past 4 years coaching has been my full-time job. At Smurf Endurance Sports, we focus on the person first and adapt our programs around life while working towards our athlete's athletic 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 Răzvan Raul

Hello prospective athletes!

I'm Răzvan, runner and running coach with more then 5 years of experience in running amateur all ages running. My journey started în anul 2014 with passion for running and the desire for constant progress both as a runner and as a guide for other amateur runners.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Rakhmat

I’m a running coach who’s here to accompany runners on their running journey and help them reach their running goals.

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

UESCA certified coach with years of experience in endurance training. I blend data, mindset, and smart planning to help runners progress injury-free and sustainably.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Melody

My specialization is helping people cross the finish line of their first 100 mile race. I give a strength training plan to all of my clients because I believe a runner should also be an athlete. I bellieve in good communication and LOVE to get to know my athletes on a personal level!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Matteo

I have always been fascinated by the world of endurance sports; ever since I was a child, I started out with mountain biking, then moved on to cross-country skiing and running. I was able to turn my passion into a career by studying sports science.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Michael

Started running... then fell down the rabbit hole and returned to school to learn everything I could about it.

Coaching 13+ Yrs
Registered Physiotherapist
Master of Science in Physical Therapy
Bachelor of Kinesiology
UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach
Running Injury Assessment and Treatment

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

10+ years

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Meet Angela

I currently have the endurance strength & conditioning certification, and will also be taking my ultra run coaching certification at the end of this year - I am to be able to provide a full package, especially to female athletes - to include nutrition, s&c and run coaching.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Kunal

Passionate ultra runner with a background in data analysis and keen interest in exercise physiology

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

3-5 years

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Meet Tom

With Grow Beyond Coaching, I support you with expert and enthusiastic online coaching on your journey to achieving your running goals. I design tailor made training plans for your specific goals and circumstances. The plans include features to realize personal growth.

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

1-3 years

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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 David

I'm a highly experienced athlete with with over 43 years of running experience, in a wide spectrum of running events stretching back to my marathon debut in 1982. In the last year I have formalised his expertise and I am now certified as a UESCA-qualified Ultra-Running Coach.

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

1-3 years

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Meet EmmaLee

Running is something I am very passionate about and I want to share that passion with others. I offer both online and in-person (Florida area only) coaching. I have experience from 5k to Marathons. I am also a U.S. Army Veteran and love working with other military members!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Jennifer

I love working with beginning runners with big goals. Whether you're just getting started, or just starting to train "seriously," I'm here to help you understand how to become the best runner you can be.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Timothy

You can call me "Coach Tim", I'm from Imus, Cavite Philippines.
I'm a passionate coach who's "in love with anything cycling".
I'm ready to teach anyone interested in learning and improving their performance be it MTB, Road, Gravel, BMX, Track cycling.

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

3-5 years

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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 Bryce

I am a life long athlete with backgrounds in Triathlon (sprint to ironman), mixed martial arts, and my number one passion…RUNNING! I have enjoyed every distance from the mile to road marathons and ultra marathons. I love helping runners, new or experienced, reach their goals.

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

3-5 years