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Daniele Berto

Daniele Berto

Rovigo, Veneto, Italy

2mi/3km Competitive Beginner

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Daniele blends computer‑science rigor with Jack Daniels methods (VDOT O2) to coach beginners to competitive runners from 3K to marathon; offers remote coaching.

Starting at $30.00

Alexander Felicier

Alexander Felicier

Wappinger Falls & Bronx , New York, United States

2mi/3km Competitive Beginner

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Alex coaches beginners, recreational and competitive runners (mile–marathon). VDOT O2-certified, he offers data-driven, flexible plans and private coaching.

Starting at $50.00

Forrest Hamilton

Forrest Hamilton

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

2mi/3km Competitive Strength & Conditioning

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Forrest offers VDOT O2-certified, NASM-informed plans blending endurance, strength, recovery and injury prevention for beginners to marathoners; private coaching and training plans available.

Starting at $80.00

Derrick Isaac

Derrick Isaac

Smyrna, Delaware, United States

2mi/3km Recreational Beginner

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1

Derrick brings 20+ years, a Division I background and military discipline to coach beginners through marathoners. Offers remote, group and private plans—explore his coaching.

Starting at $120.00

Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

Tom Palamar and Jenny Crawshaw

New Port Richey, Florida, United States

2mi/3km Nutrition Competitive

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1

Tom & Jenny deliver science-based, personalized plans via the VDOT app for beginners to Boston qualifiers. Training plans and private coaching available.

Starting at $50.00

Steven Salefske

Steven Salefske

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

Steven, VDOT O2 coach with 25+ years—from XC to marathons and carrier sprints—coaches beginners to competitors via private, in-person & remote programs.

Starting at $75.00

JJ Yabu

JJ Yabu

Boulder, Colorado, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching.

JJ offers remote private coaching to help runners train smarter and stay healthy. PT and VDOT O2 coach creating individualized plans with optional strength work.

Starting at $145.00

Gaby Go

Gaby Go

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

Gaby Go, former D1 athlete and sport physical therapist, offers 1:1 coaching, strength programs and VDOT plans to build strength and prevent injuries.

Starting at $45.00

Rob Cornelius

Rob Cornelius

Curry Rivel, Somerset, United Kingdom

2mi/3km Competitive Boston Marathon

Rob offers private bespoke coaching. He has run 3 ultras (incl. Race to the Stones 100km), 21 marathons and 25 half marathons, coaching beginners to Boston hopefuls.

Starting at $55.00

Mark Day

Mark Day

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

2mi/3km Competitive Strength & Conditioning

Mark Day: 30+ years' coach, 23-year military PT, 6x Hyrox podium finisher and 2026 EMEA bronze. VDOT-based hybrid plans; training plans & private coaching.

Starting at $45.00

Mark Good

Mark Good

Jackson, Michigan, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

Mark uses a Norwegian-inspired, science-informed approach and blood lactate testing to fine-tune training. He’s rewritten Parma Western records and offers plans and coaching.

Starting at $25.00

Char Griess

Char Griess

Erie, Colorado, United States

2mi/3km Competitive Nutrition

Char coaches all levels from 800m to marathon with personalized, evidence-based training and nutrition. Offers in-person, remote and group training plans.

Starting at $50.00

John Hoffman

John Hoffman

Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

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

John, D1 runner and USATF L1 coach, coaching since 2006 to help runners reach PRs and Boston qualifying. Offers private, in-person, remote and group coaching.

Starting at $80.00

Jonathan Lyau

Jonathan Lyau

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

Jonathan Lyau coaches beginners to national-class runners from 800m to marathon. Honolulu Marathon Hall of Famer with 40+ marathons, offering private and group coaching.

Starting at $80.00

Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller

San Antonio, Texas, United States

2mi/3km Competitive Boston Marathon

RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.

Elizabeth is an RRCA Level II coach and 2023 Boston finisher who blends faith with tailored remote, group and private training for beginners to BQ hopefuls.

Starting at $75.00

Ian Paramore

Ian Paramore

Loughborough , Leicestershire , United Kingdom

2mi/3km Competitive Beginner

Ian blends 38 marathons and Level 3 UK Athletics qualification into tailored private/group plans, in person or via V.O2, for runners from 1-mile to ultras.

Starting at $79.00

Nathan Pennington

Nathan Pennington

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

Nathan Pennington, sub-2:20 marathoner and retired Army Major, coaches beginners to competitors with remote plans, consultations and private coaching.

Starting at $67.00

Angela Reckart

Angela Reckart

Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States

2mi/3km Competitive Boston Marathon

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

Angela Reckart, ex-NCAA D1 coach and USATF L1, 2:45 Boston marathoner, coaches 800m–marathon runners (competitive to masters). Offers training plans, consultations & private coaching.

Starting at $25.00

Derek Riedel

Derek Riedel

San Antonio, TX, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 2 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. +1

Derek, USATF L1/L2 coach with 20+ years at UIW, tailors strength-based plans for 800m–marathon; offers remote, in-person, plans & private coaching.

Starting at $80.00

David Schwinger - ETA

David Schwinger - ETA

Rochester, New York, United States

2mi/3km Competitive High School

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

David uses an autonomy-supportive, behavior-science approach to help runners (800m–ultra) unlock physical and mental potential. Offers consultations & private coaching.

Starting at $50.00

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3K Running Coaches in Canada

3K Training That Respects Canadian Seasons

Training through a Canadian winter for a spring goal takes planning, and coaches based in Canada build that reality into 3K training from day one. Plans run on the VDOT methodology - individualized training paces developed by two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels - and adapt as conditions and fitness change. Profiles show specialties, pricing, languages, and reviews from athletes each coach has actually worked with.

From Local Races to Major Goals

Whether you're targeting a hometown event or a destination race, a Canadian coach can align your 3K build with the season you'll train in. Message a coach directly before you commit - most encourage it.

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FAQ

Yes - that's exactly what Canadian coaches plan for. Coaches based in Canada build season-aware 3K training - many athletes train indoors through winter for spring goals - and adjust workouts as conditions change.

Pricing is set by each coach and shown on their profile and listings before you buy, from one-off consultations to ongoing private coaching. Filter by price to stay within budget.

Dr. Jack Daniels, the exercise scientist and two-time Olympic medalist Runner's World named "The World's Best Running Coach." His research sets the individualized paces every 3K plan on V.O2 is built from, including Canadian coaches' plans.

USATF (USA Track & Field) and RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) both run tiered coaching-education programs covering training science and coaching practice - separate from V.O2 Certified, which is V.O2's own credential built on Dr. Jack Daniels' methodology. Coaches can hold any combination of the three, and all are optional.

First, look for coaches with experience in your target distance, relevant specialities, and positive reviews. Or, search for coaches by location, product type, and price. Once you’ve narrowed your search, read the coaching bios to ensure the coach is the right fit for you. You can also message coaches directly to ask about their approach and whether they're a good fit for your goals.

Yes! All coaches on this page specialize in 3K. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

Online coaches on V.O2 provide personalized training plans, feedback via messaging, phone calls and/or in-app commenting, and progress tracking without requiring in-person meetings. Most adjust your plan based on your weekly feedback and performance.

Most coaches on the V.O2 Marketplace encourage you to message them with questions before purchasing. This helps you evaluate fit and ensures they're the right choice for your goals and timeline. Otherwise, please email us at info@vdoto2.com and we’ll help you match with the right coach.

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