

While this certification is a collaborative effort between our expert contributors, the primary contributors to this certification are professional runner and coach, Nell Rojas and Ben Rosario, former head coach and current executive director of the Hoka Northern Arizona Elite Professional Running Team.


The goal of this certification is to educate students on how the body functions and how to apply this knowledge to working with runners of all ability levels. The science and evidence-based content is curated from top experts across multiple disciplines such as human physiology, psychology, biomechanics, nutrition, environmental physiology, strength training, and of course, coaching. Runners now have the option of running a virtual race and. The UESCA Running Coach Certification is the most comprehensive running certification on the market. Notice: Grandmas Marathon and the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon have been canceled for 2020. Whether you’re looking for a career change or a side-gig our running certification will provide you with all of the information needed to feel confident in your knowledge to coach runners of all levels and abilities… and, we have a robust business and marketing module!
