Chris is a UESCA Certified Ultrarunning Coach based in Salida, Colorado. An active ultrarunner, he focuses on structured, sustainable training for 50K to 100-mile events, emphasizing consistency and practical, evidence-based approaches.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I’m a passionate triathlete and endurance coach who lives by the mantra “Stronger Every Session.” My journey in sports has been fueled by a love for challenge, consistency, and helping others reach their goals.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Running has been a passion of mine over the last 15 years. From barely able to complete a mile to dozens of marathons later, I can relate to meeting meeting runners where they are at in their journey – I have been there also! I am focused on finding the right balance in the midst of our busy lives.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi, I’m Renata!
Born and raised in Mexico City, I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and besides being a running coach, I'm a certified yoga teacher.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I’m Rupal, a running coach, entrepreneur, and proud mother of two teenagers. My journey with running began in high school, where I discovered my passion for the sport. As captain of our track team, I honed my coaching skills to help teammates and runners achieve their full potential.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Soy colombiano, atleta y coach de deportes de resistencia.
Triatleta de ultradistancia (Ultraman) e Ironman, ex coach e instructor tándem de paracaidismo (19-20) y apneista.
Me apasiona acompañar a las personas a fortalecer su mente y superar sus límites para alcanzar sus metas a través del deporte
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I have a passion to help you succeed. I’m not picky as long as it gets you moving, sweating & feeling good.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Hi, I'm Ian. I am a UK-based running coach, though happy to provide virtual coaching wherever you are in the world.
I specialise in coaching runners aged 40+ for any distance from 5k upwards, though more of my experience is geared towards longer distance from half-marathon upwards.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
I started informally coaching friends & work colleagues over 30 years ago before getting certified: USATF Level 2, RRCA Level II, Lydiard Level III,
VDOT O2 & UESCA. Now, I leverage that acquired knowledge & my own personal experience to help runners achieve their goals: PRs, BQs, first-timers, etc.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Happy Training,
My name is Coach Seth and I am the owner/head Coach of runBMT. We're a collective of peoples and experiences out of Central Florida designed to amplify running culture. While we are community centered, our vision for sport and training is through a performance lens.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I was born and raised in Durban, South Africa, home of the Comrades Marathon. I started informal coaching in 2018, and founded Snowy Mountain Endurance in 2020. I hold a postgraduate degree in civil engineering and specialised as a structural design engineer.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Hi! I’m Kirsten! I’m so excited to be a UESCA Certified Running Coach! We are all unique and I believe in using a strong evidence-based approach tailored to you to help you reach your goals while finding joy in the sport of running!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
As a proud Athena Athlete often leading the back of the pack I have made it my mission to help others who have dreamed of doing endurance sports but don't feel like they don't fit in because of their age, body shape or size realize they absolutely can achieve their dreams!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I’m Nick Barmpoudis, a former professional football player who transitioned into endurance sports and coaching.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I'm Gemma. The Irish girl, living in Canada.
Im a mom to one teenage boy and a huge animal lover.
Running has taken me places I could only have dreamed of and I can't wait to share this with my athletes.
Passionate about running and a mental health advocate.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Da un paio d'anni coltivo questa seconda passione per la corsa, e mi sento più efficiente e vivo.
Non credo che le nostre giornate debbano dipendere dall'attività fisica, ma credo fermamente che, se fatta con criterio, possa migliorare la vita di ognuno di noi.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Patty is a distinguished strength and endurance coach dedicated to optimizing performance for athletes of all levels for over 20 years. Through a personalized, science-driven approach, Patty empowers athletes to reach their peak potential in triathlons, ultramarathons, and beyond.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I'm a runner, a racer, a mom, and a coach for runners who want to push their limits. I've been passionate about running for over 13 years, and during that time I've traveled the road from hobby marathon runner to track athlete.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
Hi, I'm Maya, a dedicated runner with 8+ years of experience. I love helping others achieve their running goals, whether short or long distances. I am originally Lebanese and based in the UAE. I can coach virtually or in-person
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
I am a sub elite athlete and a coach. I specialize in road running as an athlete with a PR marathon time of 2:39:13 and specialize in endurance, strength, nutrition, and mental coaching.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I’ve coached since 2016 after competing internationally in track sprints. While my background is in speed, I’ve always loved long distances. Now in Japan, I race ekidens and ultras from 50K to 100 miles while coaching athletes of all ages and advising runners coming to Japan to race ultras.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
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!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
Running was not my favorite sport growing up, but it has evolved to be a core part of my identity. I ran cross country and track in high school, ran in the NCAA for four years in college, and then stumbled into trail running after graduating. Now I race a little bit of everything!
- 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
Hi, I’m Katie! I have been running off and on since 2010. I became a coach to help people like me who don’t feel like they’re “serious” or fast enough to get a coach but who have wanted help getting started or working toward a goal.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
My commitment to you is to make you the best runner you can be, as I believe running is a powerful tool for self realization. My approach is simple- “We get better together."
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Hi! I'm Lorenzo, an ultra running coach and airline pilot from Italy, extremely passionate about endurance sports and flying.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am a Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Friend, Ultrarunner, and hopefully your Running Coach. I returned to running in 2013 after a health scare and really started to delve into the running community in 2018. I have competed in and completed distances from 5K to 250 mile Ultras.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I'm a father of two amazing daughters and I kind of love moving really long distances over the ground on foot. I also like helping people move really long distances over the ground on foot.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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'm a Syrian living in Iraq with over 7 years experience in working with non-profit organizations – after four years of working in this sector in Lebanon. I come to Free to Run org with experience in project management and coordination, field-based projects and referrals and medical assistance.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I am a certified Running Coach as well as in Strength Training and Sport Nutrition. I have many years of experience in training individuals and groups.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
A huge chunk of my life has revolved around running. It's given a lot of meaning and purpose to my life, alongside creating long-lasting friendships and memories. I now want to give back and help others fall in love with ultramarathon running. Stepping up to a bigger distance? I'd love to help
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Certified Coach, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist & Amateur Athlete, my focus is set on helping runners achieve their goals whether it be on the road or on the trails.
With 20 yrs + of coaching experience, whether it be Hockey, Running, Triathlon and now ultra, I believe I have the knowledge to help.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Dr. Kelly Thomas is a pelvic & sports physical therapist and elite endurance coach in Woodland Park, CO- one of 37 Level 3 USA Triathlon coaches in the world! She specializes in coaching X-tri athletes, ultra runners, and pregnancy & postpartum.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I started running ultras in 2018 and never looked back. Running multiple distances via races, guided and solo adventures. I love what each of these can offer and how I can improve. These lessons and experience are exactly what I will share, ensuring you get the most out of your training and event.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
Hi! I'm KK, British female outdoor educator and expedition professional, former rowing athlete & adventure racer, currently based in Bali. Indonesia.
Since 2009, my company idGuides ~ Trails for People & Planet, specialises in treks & trail camps, ultratrail journeys & expeditions In Indonesia
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
10+ years
My name is Sammy! I am a certified personal trainer and run coach with a background in Pilates. I am an Olympian in the sport of pentathlon which consists of swimming, fencing, running, shooting and equestrian. I love helping others achieve their wellness, fitness, and life goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
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.
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
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.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I focus on helping peri- and post-menopausal women over 50 by building a well-rounded exercise and nutrition program so they can achieve their goals of improving their strength, stability and conditioning, all while preventing injury, losing fat and gaining energy.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
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
British-born and based in Chamonix for nearly 20 years, I am a passionate trail runner, cyclist and skier. With a BSc Hons in Sports and Exercise Psychology, I offer scientifically-backed, psychologically-informed coaching strategies, guiding runners of all abilities to achieve their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I am a certified running coach and running enthusiast, with experience running every distance from the speed-based 800m to the endurance-demanding marathon. My breadth of experience allows me to cater for runners with diverse goals and abilities.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Hello there! As a coach, my goal is to help individuals of all abilities unlock their running potential and pursue goals they never imagined possible. I believe the body is meant to move and that it can do much more than we think. I am passionate about all things running and especially ultrarunning.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
3-5 years
