I'm a UESCA certified running coach who loves to get people excited about running! I love working with beginner and intermediate runners and I'd love to coach you to your first half or full marathon finish while keeping you healthy and motivated!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 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
My name is Assad Tubagi, but most people know me as Tuba. I’m a running coach and physical educator with a passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and perform smarter.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
My name is Brenda Bettencourt and am the sole coach of Island Tri Coaching. I'm physically located in Kailua-Kona and use Training Peaks as a way to communicate training programs. I offer local and distace coaching. I'm also a certified Sports Performace Specialist by American Council on Exercise.
- Triathlon
I started running 10 years ago and found joy in training for goal races, from 5Ks to marathons. I realized how intimidating the sport can seem with social media’s focus on fast paces. My goal is to help others find joy in running, no matter their pace, because running is for everyone!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
1-3 years
Hi, I'm Sarah- owner of Catalyst Running. Running has sparked so much joy for me that I decided to become a UESCA-certified coach and help others to find that spark as well.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Growing up near the French Alps, Jeremy was naturally drawn to the mountains and to trail running, and it quickly became a central part of his life. While studying in Canada, he continued to push his limits, deepening his love for the sport.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
I have a Master's in Exercise Sports Science and Health Promotion. I bring 24 years of experience within the health and fitness industry. I have been a runner for 36 years and strength training for 32 years. I've tackled road and trail races from 5Ks to 50 milers, multi-day relays and OCR.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Certified ultra running coach, trail runner, and endurance athlete from Italy. I help runners improve through personalized coaching, continuous feedback, and adaptive training plans focused on the athlete’s real needs, goals, and lifestyle.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I’m Nicole. I’m a runner, a mama to 2 boys, and a coach. With a Spanish father and an American mother, I grew up embracing my mixed-culture. This experience shaped both my approach to life and coaching. People are multi-faceted, made up of all our own unique attributes and experiences.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
3-5 years
Want to look muscular and do a sub-3 marathon?
I'm working on it. Join me and we can do it together !!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
As a competitive endurance athlete, mom, wife, and coach with 10+ years of experience I appreciate the importance of making the most of time spent training. I’ve worked with athletes whose goal is to completing their first race as well as those competing for a championship slot.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
Hello,
I am an Ultra Runner and CrossFit athlete. I coach in both sports and love helping other go beyond what they think possible! Injury prevention and mobility are top priorities as well. It sucks getting hurt just because you didn't want to do the ten minute warmup.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I grew up as a competitive swimmer and have been a dedicated triathlete for over 17 years. Today, I combine my love of sport with coaching and personal training to help athletes build sustainable fitness and long-term performance.
- Cycling
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Swimming
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
From a non-runner to an ultra-marathoner, my 10-year journey began in my mid-40s & transformed my life. My passion for running led me to complete my coaching certification in 2022 (valid till 2028). I'm now ready to help others embrace running as a joyful, lifelong path to sustainable fitness.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
5-10 years
I have been running most of my life, and my goal as a coach is to help you achieve the running lifestyle that I have enjoyed for over 35 years. I love helping runners from all levels! I meet you where you are, work with you towards your unique goals on a path that is specific for you.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
My name is Juan Villegas, and I am a dedicated high-performance athlete and running coach with a passion for helping others achieve their goals.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
UESCA-certified running coach and mom of two with 8 marathons under my belt—including during pregnancy and postpartum. I offer custom plans for all levels, locally in Lake County, IL and virtually, blending endurance, injury prevention, and real-life support.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I enjoy working alongside motivated people. We achieve goals while balancing successful working, home and sporting lives.
It really is all about taking people from where they are to where they want to be, with confidence and support. Let's reach for it together.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
10+ years
I am a running coach and group fitness instructor based in southwest Virginia and I coach both in person and online. I believe that running is for everyone and I love empowering people to discover their own potential and reach their goals through my coaching guidance.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
1-3 years
Hi, I am Dr. John, SasquatchRunner — a chiropractor, UESCA Certified Ultra Coach, and big guy who has spent 17 years learning to finish ultras at 200+ lbs. I built my coaching around what I have lived, failed, and learned. Real runners. All sizes. All distances.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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
Hello, My name is Erin and I love running of all shapes and sizes! I have 15+ years of running experience, including road and trail distances from 5k to 100k. I also coach youth Track & Field in my hometown of Reno, Nevada. I love to help others realize and achieve their racing potential.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
Hi, I’m Mahmut — co-founder of 568 Endurance and Coaching with a Master’s in International Sports Management. My running journey began in 2018, and what started as a personal pursuit quickly evolved into a mission to help others unlock their potential.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
As a lifelong athlete, I ended up in endurance sports. I blazed through all the distances from 5k to 50Miles and all Triathlon Distances, learning every step of the way. I have had great coaches along the way to keep me training smart and optimally. I realized how important they are! Now i can help!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
I have been coaching full-time for nearly a decade. I have experience coaching people through their first ultra marathons. I lot of my experience is with masters athletes.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
5-10 years
I'm Becca! I'm kind of a running nerd and I love helping others find their place in the running world. I'm a former collegiate cross country runner and have been working as a doctor of physical therapy since 2016. I can work with you on gaining fitness, improving performance, or just being healthy.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Hi, I'm Jessica! I'm a lifelong runner and began trail racing in 2018. I believe in meeting athletes where they are at and aiming trajectory towards those "dream big" goals. We celebrate the highs, the lows, and everything in between while in that process!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
1-3 years
I’m Erin Robertson, the Gold Coast coach behind PLAY HARD RUN COACHING. Through coaching, I support runners to discover adventures, reach their potential, cross finish lines, and experience the transformative nature of trail and ultra running.
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 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 am a physical therapist and I have been running since 1990. I have done lots of road races, including marathons, and I have done 50 k's, and 50 miles. Since I got the UESCA certification, I completed my first 100 mile race comfortably, applying what I learned to myself.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
Christian is a multi-faceted endurance athlete with nearly 13 years of experience across the OCR, triathlon, Ironman, Otillo, and ultra-running industries. He was the first male to ever set the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to complete an ultramarathon distance on every continent.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Triathlon
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
In addition to being a practicing sports medicine and emergency medicine physician in upstate New York, I've been coaching high school, college, and post-collegiate athletes of all ages for nearly twenty years, and am one of the trail and ultrarunning coaches with Boundless Coaching.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
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
Hello! My name is Kendra Eerdmans and I am a certified running coach and personal trainer. I have a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology (exercise science) from the University of North Dakota. I have been personal training for 6 years and am excited to help others find their running potential!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
I'm an italian hybrid athlete
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Intermediate
0-1 year
I was a previous D1 cross country and distance running athlete, and marathon runner, and I recently earned my ultramarathon badge!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
Olita is the owner of Blue Horizon Endurance, which focusses on coaching ultrarunning and the new sport of swimrun. She is a former Division I swimmer, who has competed in hundreds of triathlons, open water races, and running races. Wanna try something new? Try swimrun or ultrarunning!
- Swimming
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
I live in the highest-elevation town east of the Mississippi River (Beech Mountain, NC), where rugged trails, icy conditions, and bears are part of daily life for an endurance athlete. I am passionate about running and connecting with likeminded athletes!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
I am UESCA certified running and ultrarunning coach. I have been coaching for approximately 4 years and helped runners to achieve their goals - to run the first half marathon, to complete 50km distance or to move up from midfield ultra trail runner to a podium contender.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Ultrarunning
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
3-5 years
I'm a lifelong athlete. I played football for several years, and then coached youth football. I'm also a writing coach, and taught high school, so after I started running and fell in love with the sport, becoming a running coach was the natural next step. Let's run.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
0-1 year
Hi, I'm Eileen! I've been a runner for over 30 years, and ran my first marathon at age 39 after having two kids. Passionate about running long distances and building plans to help prevent injuries. Excited to help others meet their big running goals!
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
0-1 year
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.
- Running (marathon or shorter)
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Expert/Advanced
0-1 year
