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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 Margaret Nelle

Together, we consider and prepare my athletes for both process and outcome goals from beginner runners wanting to run 1 mile continuously to athletes running sub 2:40. Holistic coaching through in person and virtual training/meeting platforms includes mindset, nutrition, complements components.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Adil

As an endurance sports practitioner, I completed the UESCA Ultrarunning certification program and worked with my team of amateur runners to analyze performance and develop training programs to achieve our set goals.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Daniel

UESCA certified online running coach helping everyday adults cross finish lines, from 5K through marathon. I give away more specific, immediately useful running knowledge for free than most coaches give paying clients. Founder of Live Your Own Adventures.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Barbara

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.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Keith

Online Triathlon and run coaching for busy parents

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

10+ years

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Meet Kayla

Coaching runners from the track to the road to train smart and go the distance!
I specializes in Track & Field Events (sprints, jumps, hurdles, relays) and 5k, 10K, and Half Marathons! I work with beginner and intermediate runners who run for fun or run to meet their running goals.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Chaoyang

* 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

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

3-5 years

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Meet Sarah

I combine the science of endurance training with the art of coaching. Using data, physiology, and practical tools, I help athletes of all levels build resilience, prevent injury, and reach their running goals with confidence. I believe running should be both sustainable and rewarding.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Anna

Hi! I'm Anna and I'm a UESCA certified cycling coach. My passion lies in ultra-endurance cycling and in helping women excel in the sport. Whether you're a beginner, looking to complete your first bikepacking trip or training for race, I'm here to help!

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

0-1 year

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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 Ryan

I am an avid runner who also coaches group classes at F45 as a CPT. With this experience and my own running knowledge I can help determine areas of improvement in running form to match strength training to your running goals.

Athlete Specialization
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
Coaching Experience

0-1 year

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Meet Serena

Hello, I’m Serena Hayek a passionate and disciplined runner. Also a physical therapist.
I run for the Lebanese national team.
Mainly in the 800m,1500m,3000m,5000m and 10k.

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

1-3 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 Debbie

Debbie Livingston has been coaching runners for a decade and racing for over 25 years. She specializes in the ultra-distance. She encourages a balanced approach to training; fitting the training in with busy lives, ability and personality.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Danielle

My name is Danielle and I have been a distance runner for over 16 years, tackling race distances from the 5K to the Marathon. I launched my coaching business Distance with Danielle in an effort to share to my love of running with others by coaching and helping runners achieve their goals!

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

1-3 years

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Meet Rebecca

Hi, I’m Coach Rebecca! I’m a running & multisport coach. I’ve been an endurance athlete for over 30 years. I started coaching 16 years ago and earned my Master’s and Ph.D. in Exercise Science. Team Performance Project are runners, trail ultrarunners, adventure racers and SwimRun athletes.

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

10+ years

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Meet Shelby

I was a previous D1 cross country and distance running athlete, and marathon runner, and I recently earned my ultramarathon badge!

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

Empowering Marathon & Ultra Runners! Holistic online coach at Running w/Life, with hundreds coached. Crush goals, avoid injuries, run strong, and feel amazing - whether it's Antarctica, Boston, Western States, or your own significant goal. Let's make your wildest running dreams a reality!

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

10+ years

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Meet Hilary

I’m an endurance coach with an MS in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition and 50 years of running experience. I use science-backed training, teaching experience, and personalized coaching to help athletes—from beginners to Boston qualifiers and 100-mile finishers—achieve their goals sustainably.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Josh

Hi! I'm a running coach based out of St. Louis, Missouri! I love running around the awesome parks and neighbourhoods of the City.

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

0-1 year

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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 Melissa

Hola Future Trail Cabronas!

My name is Melissa, and I call Southern California home. I am a cabrona for the wilderness, a dog mom, an advocate for diversity on the trail, and the owner and coach of La Dirección.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Colleen

I’m Colleen, an ultrarunning coach with a passion for guiding athletes through their endurance journeys. With years of experience in trail and ultrarunning, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching practice. I am also a certified mountain guide with a passion for mountain endurance events.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Kaitlyn

Hi! I'm Kaitlyn. I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in management of injured runners and getting them back to doing what they love. I became a coach to help runners bridge the gap between getting back to regular running and actual training. If you are coming off an injury, I can help!

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

I help people get better relationship with exercise and training.
I would love to be part of the athletic/sporting journey of anyone wanting to get into endurance sports.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Jen

I offer judgement-free coaching that allows you to show up exactly as you are. Whether you are getting into running for the first time, coming back after a hiatus or looking to set goals for your next race, I can help you!

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

3-5 years

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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 Ryan

I'm Ryan Barresi, and I've been running and doing strength work for the last decade. With years of experience in both endurance running and strength training, I focus on creating well-rounded, customized plans for athletes looking to excel in ultramarathons. My approach blends the best of both disci

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

1-3 years

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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 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 Dan

I am a writer and journalist who specializes in fitness, outdoors and the environment, as well as health-related topics. I am also an ultrarunner and mountain climber. I love being outside both for the physical and metal benefits and want to help others enjoy it as much as I do.

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

0-1 year

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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 Charlotte

My first marathon was in 2006, and my first ultra in 2015. Since then I have run over 280 marathons with 100+ of those being ultras. I try to make running as fun as possible, so run all my races in costume, which is why I'm known as "Marathon CostumeChic"!

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

0-1 year

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Meet Carl

Husband + Dad | Family Chiropractor | Endurance Coaching for Business Owners + Parents | Former 3x Division I All-American | UESCA Certified Coach| Train Hard. Lead Well. One Step at a Time

Feel free to reach out at [email protected]

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

10+ years

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Meet RENPENG

Hi, I'm Johnny. Leveraging 5 years of ultrarunning and coaching experience, I help athletes optimize training and recovery. My science-based, modular approach is designed to maximize race results while prioritizing injury prevention and management for long-term success.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Nikki

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.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Pierre

I am an avid endurance athlete and co-founder of Mountain Abandon. With a deep passion for sharing my knowledge and love for movement with fellow humans, I aim to build strong, resilient and independent athletes.

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

5-10 years

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Meet Kelly

Hi, I’m Kelly Lutz aka Coaching Klutz!

I’m a certified running/ultra running coach and CSCS with a passion for helping women, trans, and non-binary folks train sustainably so they can enjoy training while dreaming big and pushing their limits (whether on the road or on the trail).

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

1-3 years

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Meet Ray

My name is Ray Bing. I've been running for over 10 years. I prefer the faster paces. I coach runners and aspiring runners and teach them how to be more efficient through strength, balance, and flexibility. By focusing on these 3, I have delivered amazing results to my athletes.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Ben

Ben has been running as a high elevation endurance athlete for 8 years. His biggest races have taken him from the top of Colorado (Pikes Peak Marathon, 2023) to base of Everest (Everest Marathon, 2024). Ben brings extensive experience in evidence based endurance training for those seeking adventure.

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

1-3 years

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Meet Stacy

Trail running has given so much to my life, and I want to support others in finding a love for the trails. I am passionate about helping others reach their potential, whether it is a new distance, a PR, or feeling a sense of confidence by going out alone on the trails.

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

3-5 years

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Meet Timothy

Helping others to live a heathy lifestyle

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Meet Deniz

Runner, triathlete, and co-founder of 568 Endurance & Coaching. With a background in engineering and passion for sport, I combine science-based training with personal insight to help athletes of all levels grow, stay consistent, and enjoy the journey.

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

1-3 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 Jie Jessie

Hi, I’m Jessie, a marathoner, mom of two, and UESCA-certified nutrition coach. I help runners balance training and life while fueling effectively with practical, science-based strategies for better performance and recovery.

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

0-1 year

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Meet Martin

I’m a lifelong trail enthusiast. For more than 15 years, running and trail running has shaped who I am—both as an athlete and as a coach. I gravitate toward sub‑ultra formats and love the creativity of organizing small, no‑bib events.

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

0-1 year