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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 Michelle

I have been coaching at my running club for over 15 years, and set up my business 8 years ago. During that time I have always aimed to develop myself as a coach, progressing through the England Athletics coaching levels, CPD courses and learning more about ultra running through the UESCA course.

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

10+ years

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Meet Onno

Running made me healthier and happier. Getting fitter, faster and training injury-free, meeting great people and spending time outdoors are my goals. UESCA significantly advanced my knowledge base. I'm an experience "stryd" runner and novice triathlete. Run as you are!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Santhosh

Founder of Runner’s High, a social enterprise and running community that changes lives through long-distance running. Coaching runners since 2005 from 5K distances to Ultra marathons, empowering many to make a lifestyle change. He works on various initiatives for inclusion in running.

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

10+ years

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Meet Laurel

I am an ultarunner, rock climber, and all-around lover of the mountains and outdoors. I have been running for 20+ years and competed in distances ranging from 5k to 100 miles, in the U.S. and across the globe. I love coaching and sharing running with others.

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
Coaching Experience

1-3 years

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Meet Allison

I started running around 2013 and quickly fell in love with it! My first race in 2018 was the Bizz Johnson 50k. The bug quickly took hold and I’ve raced 50 mile, 100k, 100 mile, and 200+ miles as well as set numerous Fastest Known Time records.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Expert/Advanced
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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 Vincent Julius

Coach VJ is a passionate beginner runner who is dedicated to improving his own running journey while helping others do the same.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Deepak

Want to look muscular and do a sub-3 marathon?
I'm working on it. Join me and we can do it together !!

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

1-3 years

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Meet AJ

AJ Sobrilsky, PT, DPT, OCS, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, board-certified orthopedic specialist, and certified coach in climbing, running, and cycling. With 20+ years experience AJ blends professional expertise and personal experience to help athletes pursue the best versions of themselves.

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

10+ years

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Meet Tamara

For me personally, there is nothing more empowering than to help others to achieve their ultra running dreams and support them to unlock their mind-body connection in a holistic way.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Kerem

Coach Kerem is an endurance athlete, running&nutrition coach and trainer. He offers a comprehensive program that focuses on all aspects of health including mindset, stress, nutrition, sleep, and movement.

His programs are tailored and individualized. He also programs nutrition plans.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Lee

Whilst I coach runners at various distances, I specialise in helping novice runners complete their first ultra marathon.

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

10+ years

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Meet Steve

I’m a 65 year-old Ultrarunner, certified Ultrarunning Coach and brand ambassador for several endurance sports gear and nutrition companies. I’ve been a runner and cyclist for most of my adult life, and entered the Ultra world 9 years ago. I’ve since run 50 ultras from 50k to 100 mile distances.

Sport(s) Coached
  • Ultrarunning
Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
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 Islam

I’m Islam Gebril, Engineer and Amateur Ultra Runner, lives in Saudi, always happy to run and help others run properly.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Julian

Industry Leader in Fitness and Wellness, Charismatic Founder and Coach, Corporate Wellness Consultant, and Accomplished Ultra Endurance Athlete.

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

10+ years

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Meet Remo

Hi! I'm Remo and I live in Austin, TX, coaching ultrarunners from 50K to 200+ miles and beyond. Whether you're just getting started on your ultra journey or are looking to improve at your next ultra, I can help you with a personalized running, strength and nutrition coaching to crush your next race!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Meredith

I am passionate about training being beneficial for everyone! Whether your goal is winning the race, getting a PR, getting across the finish line, or just impressing your friends at the neighborhood run club. All of these things are important, let me help you get out there!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Mark

Hello! My name is Mark. I'm here to help you strive toward your goals and better life. I'm am a pretty simple coach that is looking to help you find all the goals hidden inside. So often it is hard to see the capabilities that are hidden inside, so it is helpful to have someone point you the way.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Alysha

My name is Alysha, I Began my running journey in 2012 and have run many half marathons, full marathons and challenges. I have mentored runners since 2016 through two facebook groups I created and have helped many achieve success in their first races. I'm excited to officially Coach Runners!

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

1-3 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 Jessica

I’m a coach based in Western North Carolina, specializing in runners from 5k to 100 miles. With a holistic approach blending intuition and science, I help athletes build strength, resilience, and confidence. Running is a tool for healing, but true growth comes from finding your second wind.

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

10+ 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 Martin

With over 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship and being a life long athlete, I’m enjoying the challenge of thriving in difficult and uncertain environments over the long haul. As I started to coach family & friends around me, I realised the similarities in being a leader and being a Coach.

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

1-3 years

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Meet John

I enjoy taking runners from couch to 5K and beyond up to a full marathon. The primary focus is on injury prevention and creating a philosophy of long term running in addition to strength training.

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

10+ years

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Meet Adam

Lifelong passion for sports. I love sharing my passion and knowledge to help others. I'm not an evangelist. Running is one of my passions, but I don't impose it on others. Running is part of, but not my whole life. I believe balance is important for long-term viability.

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

Hi, I am Abraham Bejil but most people call me Abe. I am a running enthusiast and coach that loves to help those beginning the sport and looking to go to that next level in their journey. I fell in love with Ultrarunning and now pushing myself to the next level and training for 200 milers.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Rocio

Eleven-time marathon finisher since 2010 Abbott World Marathon Majors—London, Chicago, New York, Berlin +Philly
Founder of Authentic Athletes since 2022
Head Coach at Happy People Running Academies, coaching 650+ athletes.
First Guatemalan woman to earn the UESCA Running Coach Certification.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Brandon

I’m Brandon Barnaby, founder of Run Mentality Coaching. I help runners build confidence, resilience, and smart, sustainable progress from the pavement to the peaks. I focus on science-based training. My goal is to guide athletes toward stronger running, mindset, and long-term enjoyment of the sport.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Razvan

UESCA-certified running coach and active-duty U.S. Army soldier with experience in the 75th Ranger Regiment and 10th Special Forces Group. I coach beginner runners, tactical athletes preparing for military selections, and endurance athletes from their first race to ultramarathons.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Tommaso

High-performance aviation background shaped my structured, adaptable coaching approach. I help athletes build sustainable performance through injury-free training tailored to their lifestyle, balancing progress with work, recovery, and long-term consistency.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Holly

Empowering individuals to embrace trail running, I focus on fostering confidence and honing the essential skills needed for navigating trail systems.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Deb

I'm an Arizona native. Racing for nearly 25 years of distances from marathons to 250 miles, 150+ finishes with many overall wins including: Javelina 100K, Lean Horse 100, DRT Ultra Series and more. My passion for being outdoors and making big goals has led me to coaching, helping others reach 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 Jeff

Running has been a passion of mine for over 20 years and I'm excited to share my love of this sport with others. I focus on what works best for my athletes and balance empathy with motivation to make my training plans fun and meaningful.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Dani

In 2018 I earned my Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa where I was born and raised. Before pursuing this lifelong passion, I received my bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from Iowa State University where I competed as a DI spring board/platform diver.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Chase

I'm incredibly passionate about the sport of running. I love finding ways to optimize, tweak, and constantly work to improve performance. Strength training in concert with a powerful running plan is always at the core of my coaching philosophy. I can't wait to hear more about your running 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 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 Kriss

Head coach at Strength For Endurance
Kriss leads a multi disciplinary team of running coaches, physios and strength coaches.
With 15+ years of working with endurance athletes from novices through to professionals, whether it’s overcoming injury or maximising your performance.

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 Ted

I'm a 52-year-old with three young children who want to stay young and keep moving! I live in Sacramento, California. I started running cross-country in high school and eventually found myself wandering around gyms not making progress in my fitness. Running found me again and here I am!

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

3-5 years

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Meet Courtney

I'm a former D1 collegiate runner and have been coaching junior high/high school xc and track since 2015; I've also recently completed the UESCSA running coach. I'm passionate about helping develop and hone the basics and foundational skills of running events from the 800 to marathon.

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

I’m a certified running coach, personal trainer, wife, mother of 2 kiddos, and a total running nerd. I’m passionate about helping people find their personal balance of fitting running and goals into their busy lifestyle.

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

10+ years

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Meet Kevin

I began running 40+ years ago in high school. My love of running developed on the track and on the cross-country course. The driving force in my endurance career has been the personal "test of self". Coaching allows me to help others achieve their own personal peak performance.

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

10+ years

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Meet Katie

I'm a UK Athletics and UESCA-qualified trail and ultrarunning coach who is passionate about getting out into the mountains and having big adventures whether that be on foot, on the bike or on skis. My aim as a coach is to help athletes find a balance between adventure and challenging themselves.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Gregor

I am a certified endurance coach with more than 15 years of experience. I specialize in coaching and advising athletes for running, trailrunning, and ultrarunning.

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

10+ years

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Meet Gordon

I am an experienced and accomplished ultrarunner who puts heavy focus on self management processes to equip athletes with the right tools for the hardest moments in distance running. I strongly believe that when an athlete understands their body and mind they can take on any challenge!

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

10+ years

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Meet Jared

Running has been an important part of my life for as long as I can remember. I've dedicated my career towards exercise and specifically running. I'm extremely passionate when it comes to Ultramarathon running and I take great joy in helping others reach their potential.

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

10+ years

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Meet Sławomir

– My name is Sławek,
– I'm 44 years old,
– Running in the mountains for over nine years
– Current distances – 100 km – 150km with elevation gain between 5-10%

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

0-1 year