I am the Chief Instructor of Blackthorn Strong, specialising in the Professional and Personal Development of Adventure Professionals and Adventure Athletes.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
I'm your future partner in running and endurance greatness. With a passion for helping athletes fuel their best performance, I blend expert nutritional advice with a love for all things running. Together we'll optimize your nutrition, enhance your energy, and turn your run dreams into reality.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Al is a retired 20-year Special Operations Veteran and accomplished ultrarunner. He now dedicates his time to coaching ultrarunning as a means to promote mental health and resilience, with a special focus on supporting veterans and first responders.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
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.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
0-1 year
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
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
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
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
I have been running for many decades, beginning in elementary school, through high school and college, then onto post-collegiate road racing and then trail and ultra racing.
I'm a mom, a climber, a gardener, a reader, a writer, a community volunteer, and an animal lover.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Passionate ultrarunner based in Graubünden, Switzerland, with finishes including the Eiger Ultra Trail E101, X-Trails in Davos and participated in several backyard ultras. Working as professor and Director of Studies. I coach in German and English with a tailored, athlete-first approach.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
I've been an avid runner since 2007, and have coached friends over the years all distances up to the marathon. My passion for enabling runners to become better is why I became certified, whether you want to create better habits or increase your efficiency in your form.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Dr. Kristen Salkas is a UESCA-certified run coach specializing in beginner and intermediate runners. She also specializes in parathletes, and postpartum and pregnancy. She has a PhD in Disability Studies and takes a science-minded approach to training and racing. Her owns and runs K Salk Coaching.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
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!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
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.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I started running in college as a way to get some exercise and have been running ever since. I started to get serious about running and training during COVID and am always looking to learn and improve. My goal is to get people to fall in love with running the same way I did.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
1-3 years
I'm Tomek – a coach who believes that the best ultra performances are built on science, resilience, and a deep understanding of both the body and the terrain. My approach is simple: every runner is unique, and every ultra adventure demands a plan that's as individual as the person toeing the line.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I'm a virtual personal trainer and running coach who loves to help people see that they can do more than they thought possible while keeping a heathy balance of exercising & life outside of exercise.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
Triathlete, marathoner, mother of three beautiful girls, happily married for 25 years to my high school sweetheart. Born and raised in the beautiful Island of Puerto Rico. Joined the US NAVY after graduating college and ended up in beautiful San Diego after 7 years of service to this Great Nation.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I'm an avid marathon runner in the Boston area. I've been running for the last 11 years, and I have personally seen how this sport rewards those that show up every day to put in the effort and work. I'm passionate about helping other runners reach their full potential!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
I am an avid athlete with extensive practical experience in both running and cycling. I have been running for many years and learning all topics running to be able to improve my running and later benefit my clients. I am not a technical coach per se; I focus on the fun part and on mastering form!
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
Hi, I'm Lisa and my goal is to help everyday runners do extraordinary things! I work with the mantra that it’s not all about speed — it’s about soul, and the courage to keep moving forward.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
1-3 years
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Dr. Iain Bethune is a certified UESCA Ultrarunning Coach and holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Edinburgh. He has been running ultras for 8 years and has completed over 25 ultra races including point-to-point, timed events and Backyard Ultras.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
* Coach all ages of runners, including kids, youth, pre-XC runner, XC runner, adults
* Coach all distance, including kid's mile, 5K, 10K, half marathon, and marathon
* One of my runners got into Rice University
* Coached a XC runner to drop his 5K time from 18:30 to 16:55 in a year
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Living in Preddvor, Slovenia with my partner and two sons.
Graduated athletics coach and certified ultrarunning coach with 12 years of coaching experience.
Trail and ultra runner with 18 years of experience and 12 years of competing in adventure racing.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
I am a running and strength and conditioning coach in addition to a pelvic health and orthopedic physical therapist. I obtained a degree in Exercise Science before pursuing Physical Therapy, and am passionate about bridging the gap between injury and performance.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I am a passionate advocate for health and fitness, specializing in the well-being of older athletes and adults. I have a Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, and a background as a Registered Nurse.
I've been a runner for 18 years beginning at age 46.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
My name is Becky! I'm a wife and a mom of 4...Yes they keep me on my toes. I'm a lover of all things running, fitness and enjoying the best years of my life and sharing that with my clients.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I was born and raised in New Zealand, and I now currently live between Spain and Chile.
I'm a full-time ultra runner and I coach a range of clients from around the world, I work with beginners wanting to complete their first event, to experienced endurance athletes running 200 plus mile races.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
As a certified running coach and cancer exercise specialist, a breast cancer survivor, and a runner, I bring experience, knowledge & genuine passion to guide every breast cancer survivor on their running journey. My goal is to provide the knowledge & tools for each runner to succeed.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Hello! I am Patrick, I am a certified cycling coach who works with all levels of athletes, from beginners tackling their first event to experienced athletes seeking to push their limits. I believe in a holistic method of coaching that sees each athlete as a unique individual.
- Cycling
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
I’ve spent nearly three decades competing in endurance events, and the only thing I enjoy almost as much as being out on the mountain trails is sharing my passion for running—whether that’s through conversation or coaching.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
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.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
My name is Josh. I am an active duty member of the United States Coast Guard since 2001. I am in a committed relationship and my family consists of 4 active boys (15, 11, 9, 7) and 2 dogs. I love to run and challenge myself with longer and longer races.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy who is striving for individuals to be able to continue running well into their life to ensure they stay active, healthy, and happy.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
I am a professional runner who wants to share the joy of running with others through coaching! I work closely with each athlete to help create the best training plan based on science, training history, and goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I'm a beginning cycling coach.
In cooperation with acclaimed specialists, I aim for a holistic approach.
- Cycling
- Beginner
0-1 year
Ive been a personal trainer and group instructor since 2003, I lead a running group out of Bayclub in Portland, Oregon. I really enjoy helping runners of all abilities, set goals to maximize their potential or just simply run for their mental and physical health.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am an ultra trail runner and running coach. Also I am helping cyclists, runners and other endurance athletes to maintain / improve their health with a proper nutrition.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Hi, I'm Dan Cook. I love getting out in nature, running trails, and helping others find the next best version of themselves.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
Being brave enough to blend the mind and body instead of compartmentalizing the two while running is a very effective path to liberation and freedom. I work with my athletes each week by meeting them where they are and customizing a plan to bring them to their potential on race day.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I am a self-taught Ultrarunner whom found trail running in my mid-30s and have fallen in love with it as a discipline and way of my life. I truly enjoy days in the mountains and exploring new places on foot via the adventures ultrarunning can take you. I am also a husband & father of 5 young girls.
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
Physical therapist and occupational therapist from Switzerland passionate about running and thriatlon
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
I am Stefano and I will help you reach your personal goals, whether it's your first time running on trails or you want to improve your level of performance.
I am also certified as a breath coach and hypnotherapist (for the mental aspect of training).
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi! My name is Amy. I am a certified UESCA running coach, and I also have a M.S. in exercise science. I love the sport of running and helping others reach their goals in a healthy way. I have coached runners in distances ranging from 5K to Ultramarathon
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
