Rob VanCleve - Running Coach

Rob VanCleve

Running Coach in Columbus, OH, United States

RVC Running: Run. Visualize. Conquer.

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.
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About Rob

Head Cross-Country and Track Coach at Mary Baldwin University, 2024-2026 Rob was born in Boulder, CO, in 1967 and, due to an unfortunate flip of a coin, was raised on the Lynyrd Skynyrd side of Jacksonville, FL. He still has not forgiven his parents for the move. After years of Catholic school, he landed at FSU, the “Harvard of the South”, and earned a B.S. in Communications and a M.Ed. in Social Studies Education. His high school cross-country and track experience, and general love for running, led him to coach cross-country and track at a small independent high school in Tallahassee, FL. The coaching experience eventually paved the way for his career in teaching and coaching. In 1995, inspired by his frequent trips to the Appalachian Mountains, Rob moved to Brevard, NC, where he coached track at Brevard College, ran on mountain trails, and raised Fraser Fir Christmas trees. Rob ran competitively from 1989 to 2010, specializing in the 800 and 1500 meters. During that time, he won five times as a Master Track National Champion in distances from the 1500 meters to the 3K. During the autumn months, Rob raced the 5k (15:40), 10k (33:38), and ½ marathon (1:14:18). Unfortunately, arthritic hips forced him out of running, but he was back on his 1990 Bianchi Primo, which had been severely neglected over the years. In 2015, Rob got a shiny new titanium femur and plastic right hip socket, which allowed him to compete in triathlons for a few seasons before the left hip got jealous. Rob got the new left hip installed on February 24th of 2020, just before the start of the Coronavirus pandemic, thankfully. Six weeks later, Rob was back on his bike with his sights set on competing in a sprint triathlon in late August. Of course, the race and all of the races were canceled. Fortunately, Rob found the Fast Triathlon 7 Day Challenge and thought to give it a go. He successfully completed the challenge this past August. Looking for another challenge, Rob accepted and completed the 28 Day Fast Triathlon Challenge in October of 2020. Since then, Rob continues to train and compete in sprint triathlons. If you are looking for a fun, experienced, down-to-earth coach, book a coaching consultation with Rob.

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Description

Let's chat about you and how you want your running to work in your life. I will listen and ask questions to help guide you to create a running plan that works for you. I love hearing from runners of all abilities. Your vision needs a road map. Let's start creating that map. You got this!

$35.00 - 30 minute call

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Description

Hello Fellow B.K. X-C Alumni! Haven't run in 3-30 years? Can't imagine wearing running shorts? Thinking about running in the Alumni race this year? I hear you and I am here to help. I will design a custom 4-week training plan to get you started. If you want more coaching after the four weeks, I am offering personal training at a discounted rate of $125 per month for three months. (My normal rate is $195 per month.) I challenge all B.K. X-C Alumni who graduated in the 80s to attend the alumni race and/or make a donation to the cross-country team. It's never too late to run! I hope to see you at the alumni race.

Minimum Requirements

Bishop Kenny High School Cross-Country Alumni with a desire to reconnect with teammates and support B.K. X-C.

Communication

1 email per week, 5 text-messages per week, 2 calls per month

$75.00 - 4 week plan

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Description

The first step of your coaching journey is a conversation with me about what you want to gain from the coaching process. After you establish your vision and goals, I create a roadmap to help you achieve them. Each week you will receive customized workouts for that week based on the previous week's results. The VDOT O2 program makes sharing workouts and collecting data super efficient as it keeps track of all of your results. Creating a training plan is part of the craft of coaching. The VDOT system helps make training much more precise and efficient. But it is not the whole story. The art of coaching comes in listening to your athletes and supporting them through good times and not so good times. I pledge that I will listen to you and that we will be on this journey together. I look forward to hearing your running story! Personal Coaching Includes: 1. Customized weekly training plans 2. Feedback after workouts via VDOT O2 3. 45-minute weekly video consultations via Zoom 4. 1 email per week 5. Unlimited texts 6. Strategic race advice

Minimum Requirements

Can you smile in the face of a challenge? Are you open to personal growth? Do you want to improve your running? You do! Super, I look forward to meeting you!

Communication

2 emails per week, 5 text-messages per week, 1 call per week

$195.00 / month

Charged after 14-day trial

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How it works

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Choose how you want to work together

Book a consultation, choose a training plan, or start private coaching.

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Connect with your coach

Share your goals, experience and upcoming races.

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Start training

Get your plan, stay connected and track your progress in VDOT.

Training with Rob

Athlete requirement

Runners age 14 and up of all abilities with a desire to grow are welcome. Can you smile in the face of a challenge? Are you open to personal growth? Do you want to improve your running? You do! Super, I look forward to meeting you!

Distances coached

800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km , Half Marathon, Marathon

Languages

English

Coaching options

In-person

Online/Remote coaching

Group coaching

Training camps

Consultations

Specialties

Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Mental Skills, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners , Masters Runners, Triathlons

AI Summary Based on information provided in Rob's profile.

Rob VanCleve combines collegiate leadership and deep racing experience to guide runners and triathletes of all levels. As Head Cross-Country and Track Coach at Mary Baldwin University (2024–2026) and USATF Level 1 certified, he leverages five Master Track national titles and middle-distance expertise to create practical, personalized plans. Learn more or book a consultation.

Frequently asked questions

This coach supports runners focused on 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon with coaching specialities that include Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, and Mental Skills.

Yes. Rob VanCleve is currently accepting new coaching clients, and you can reach out directly from this profile page.

Yes. Rob VanCleve coaches Competitive Runners, High School Runners, Cross Training Advice, Beginner Runners, Recreational Runners, and Masters Runners specifically for 800m, Mile/1500m, 2mi/3km, 5km, 10km, 15km, Half Marathon, and Marathon, tailoring the plan to experience level and race distance together.

This coach currently offers Consultations, Training Plans, and Private Coaching. Product availability can change as the coach updates their marketplace offerings.

Runners age 14 and up of all abilities with a desire to grow are welcome. Can you smile in the face of a challenge? Are you open to personal growth? Do you want to improve your running? You do! Super, I look forward to meeting you!

Coaching is available through In-person, Online/Remote coaching, Group coaching, Training camps, and Consultations. Review product details to choose the format that best matches your goals.