Char Griess
Erie, Colorado, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
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John Hoffman
Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
San Antonio, Texas, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
Nathan Pennington
Grand Haven, Michigan, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
San Antonio, TX, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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.
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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
Rochester, New York, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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
Arash Taheri
Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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.
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Arash Taheri, USATF L1 & L2 and USTFCCCA endurance coach for 800m–marathon athletes; offers plans, private coaching & consultations.
Starting at $80.00
Rob VanCleve
Columbus, OH, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
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.
Rob VanCleve pairs collegiate coaching and USATF L1 expertise with five Master Track national titles to craft personalized plans for runners and triathletes.
Starting at $35.00
Evan Espinoza
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Competitive
Evan coaches high schoolers to marathoners with race-proven, fundamentals-based plans (2:56:58). Uses gait analysis, nutrition and cross-training to improve form and performance.
Starting at $125.00
Karen Dunn
Collegeville, Pennsylvania, United States
2mi/3km Beginner 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 2
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
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Karen Dunn helps runners train smarter, stronger and faster. VDOT O2- & RRCA-certified, builds strength, lowers injury risk and offers private coaching.
Starting at $180.00
Martinus Evans
Atlanta, New York, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Exercise Science
RRCA Level 1
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
RRCA Level 1
RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.
Martinus helps beginners and larger-bodied runners take first steps to marathons with inclusive training plans, remote coaching, groups, camps, consultations.
Starting at $40.00
Alli Felsenthal
Brooklyn, New York, United States
2mi/3km Beginner 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.
Alli Felsenthal offers remote consults and personalized training for beginners to competitors, focusing on form, injury-free marathons, Boston goals. Learn more.
Starting at $150.00
Tyler Rohrman
Hockley, Texas, United States
2mi/3km Beginner 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.
Tyler offers VDOT O2-certified private coaching for 400m–half marathon runners, combining NCAA DII experience and hands-on training across the Houston area.
Starting at $117.86
Vinny Mui
New York, NY, United States
2mi/3km Beginner Mental Skills
Vinny makes running approachable for beginners and recreational runners, offering remote consultations and private coaching up to marathon distance.
Starting at $125.00
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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.
Yes! These coaches specialize in Beginner Runners and are experienced in helping runners with these specific needs. Check individual profiles for more details about their coaching philosophy and approach.
Yes! The coaches on this page combine expertise in Beginner Runners with 3K training experience. This targeted approach helps you train smarter and reach your race goals.
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