Running Technique Coach

Description

This course is designed for learners who want to coach running technique in outdoor or group settings, working with runners aiming to improve their efficiency and form. You’ll gain specialised coaching skills to enhance running form, boost economy, increase speed, and reduce injury risk.

You will learn how to coach running technique, plan and lead sessions, identify form issues, and guide runners from beginner to intermediate levels. It includes step-by-step guidance for leading runners through structured training sessions and how to progress their technique over several weeks.

The focus is on real-time coaching in outdoor environments.

As a qualified Running Technique Coach, you’ll have the opportunity to join The Running School network and the knowledge to coach and inspire runners of all abilities.

If you are looking for more in-depth clinical biomechanical analysis and clinical re-education, the Certified Running Technique course is recommended. However, your training from the Running Technique Coach course is a module from the Certified Running Technique Specialist program. Should you decide to progress to the full programme, this module will be deemed complete, and you will get a discount on the value of this course.

Learning Modules

• Principles of Coaching
• Introduction to Running Mechanics
• How to Teach Running Technique
• How to Plan, Structure and Lead Sessions
• Exercises for Running Technique
  • Warm-Up
  • Activation
  • Proprioception
  • Mobility

Duration

In Person: 3 days + 40 coaching hours

Online: The equivalent of 3 days in person + 40 coaching hours

ASSESSMENTS & CERTIFICATION

Written Assessment:  Multiple-choice questionnaire

Practical Assessment:  Live practical assessment of running and structuring a coaching session. For online learners, this will consist of a video recording.

Case Studies:  In the form of 5 case studies, consisting of 5 sessions each.

To receive your Running Technique Coach Certification, attendees are required to attend all training, pass the practical coaching assessment and receive a pass mark on the multiple-choice questionnaire.

To be listed on The Running School website as a Certified Coach, an additional 30 hours of coaching hours, in the form of 6 case studies, must be completed, and a coaching log submitted.