Running Coach (Cross Country, Track & Field, or Generalist)

The running (cross country, track & field, or generalist) coach is expected to deliver a mix of virtual and in-person private sessions with the athlete, taking into consideration many other aspects of this opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Create, organize and deliver a customized running/training plan/program, which will include administration of some practice(s), individualized coaching, and methodology for the athlete
• Assist in the selection or recommendation of equipment/shoes/apparel/devices/accessories for the athlete
• Provide guidance and expertise, from experience, on injury prevention to the athlete
• Provide guidance and expertise, from experience, on how to mitigate cold and/or adverse weather running/activity to the athlete

Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited college or university
• Relevant certifications or credentials (i.e. ACE, USATF, RRCA, ISSA, UESCA, etc.)
• Be willing to utilize/coach the athlete on the Final Surge platform
• Previous coaching or athlete experience at the high school or collegiate level
• Ability to communicate effectively and strong interpersonal skills
• A high degree of creativity, vision, and resourcefulness
• Strong organizational skills
• Good knowledge of health and nutrition
• Must be able to work evening hours for training/practice activities, and 1 weekend day (either Saturday or Sunday) for race support activities, when a race is planned
• If the coach does not reside in the NCR (National Capital Region) which is Maryland, Virgina and the District of Columbia, some travel (compensated) will be involved for race support activities only. Otherwise, any other in-person planned activities between the coach and the athlete will take place by way of the athlete traveling to the coach’s location

Athlete Profile:

• Adult
• Ran a 5K in 2014 with a finish time of 40:48
• Ran a 5K in 2015 with a finish time of 47:45
• Ran a XC Race (5K distance) in October of 2020 with a finish time of 45:50
• Not currently running regularly
• Not currently doing any strength training
• Lap swimming in the pool (25M) limitedly, at least 1 x per week
• Has a Garmin Swim 2 GPS Watch w/Add-On HR and Swim Chest Sensors
• Medical history (all information will be shared with the coach)