Serpentine has a large membership supported and trained by our hard-working running and triathlon coaches who have earned accreditation from our sport’s governing bodies – England Athletics and British Triathlon. More coaches are always welcome. See the England Athletics coaching website, British Triathlon coaching website and our volunteering section to learn what is involved in becoming an accredited coach. The club can provide financial assistance towards the cost of coaching courses. Contact the club’s Technical Lead for more information.
Our coaching community:
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Coaching Assistant
Coaching for Serpentine
I am currently not actively coaching in any serpentine session.
About my coaching style
My approach is athlete centred coaching, which is fun and enjoyable. Helping athletes of all abilities reach their goals
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Triathlon & Swimming Coach
Coaching qualifications:- British Triathlon Level 2 Diploma
Coaching for Serpentine
I ran Monday swimming sessions in Seymour Centre in 2017 and 2018 and at London Bridge in 2021 and 2022. I was a running coach at Lanzarote in 2021, and a cycling coach in 2022 and 2024.
About my coaching style
I focus on the human behind the athlete. Amateur sport is the art of juggling life demands and training. I work with athletes to establish clear performance goals and get them to that point while ensuring the best possible experience.
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Run leader
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Leadership in Running Fitness (LIRF)
Coaching for Serpentine
I help with the running of the Serpie's Sunday sessions in Richmond Park.
About my coaching style
Coaching for me is about forming meaningful connections with runners to bring out the best in each other in a friendly environment. I feel very lucky to get an opportunity to run/ coach in the best park in London - Richmond Park.
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Run leader
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Leadership in Running Fitness (LIRF)
Coaching for Serpentine
I support mainly the beginners 10k or the Saturday long runs (when training myself for a Marathon).
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Athletics: Event Group Endurance
Coaching for Serpentine
I established the coached hills sessions when I joined Serpentine in 2017. Now I focus on working with individual members to achieve their running goals.
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Run leader
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Leadership in Running Fitness (LIRF)
Coaching for Serpentine
Not involved in coaching at present. I qualified in September 2023, and have a licence, as a Guide Runner
About my coaching style
I have done group and individual coaching for different distances. For several years I helped coach hills sessions on Thursdays. At present I am not doing regular coaching.
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Coaching qualifications:
- Running: Leadership in Running Fitness (LIRF)
Coaching for Serpentine
I lead Wednesday and Saturday club runs and occasionally lead sessions for the Beginner or Improver groups
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Running & Athletics Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Coaching Assistant
Coaching for Serpentine
I coach the Monday track session.
About my coaching style
I am interested in Track & Road Running.
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Coaching Assistant
Coaching for Serpentine
Help coach the Tuesday track session at Paddington Recreation Ground.
About my coaching style
I have helped coach the Tuesday track sessions at Paddington Recreation Ground since 2022. First started coaching the juniors in 2018. Joined the committee in 2021 as junior co-ordinator, finishing in 2023.
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Running & Athletics Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Athletics Coach
- Static Bike (Spinning)
Coaching for Serpentine
I coach Tuesday Track. I work as a Gym Manager, Personal Trainer and Sports Massage Therapist. I’ve run 20 marathons PB 2:51! 4 Ironmans and endless running, cycling, high altitude mountain events
About my coaching style
I employ a question led approach empowering athletes to understand their goals. Learning is best when it comes from within. As a fitness professional I charge for training plans/1:1 services but am happy to provide basic advice at no cost.
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Triathlon Coach
Coaching qualifications:
- British Triathlon Level 2 Diploma
Coaching for Serpentine
Currently stand in coach for swimming on Mondays or Wednesdays as needed and writing up the interval sessions for Richmond park on Tuesday evenings.
About my coaching style
I was one of the triathlon coaches at the Club La Santa Lanzarote trip in 2023. Coaching is a journey and I enjoy coaching athletes to achieve their goals whether it be their first sprint, Olympic, Half Ironman or Full Ironman.
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Run leader
Coaching for Serpentine
Due to an ongoing Achilles Tendon injury, I am currently unable to run or coach : I gained Leadership in Running Fitness (LIRF) qualification in late 2023.
About my coaching style
I am currently unable to coach but would expect to be available to assist at some of the weekday training session when fitness perhaps.
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:
- Athletics: Event Group Endurance
Coaching for Serpentine
I established Serpentine's first hill training sessions in 2004-2020 on Saturday mornings: Greenwich Hills. I guest coach sometimes and was run coach at the Serpentine Lanzarote camp from 2005-2009.
About my coaching style
An experienced competitor and coach with qualifications in Marathon Coach Level 3; Children in Athletics and First Aid. Recently obtained a PhD from Loughborough University on healthy ageing. I have helped many runners realise their goals since 1996.
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Running, Triathlon & Swimming Coach
Coaching qualifications:- British Triathlon Level 3
Coaching for Serpentine
I run the Wednesday swimming sessions in St Pancras. I am available for anyone who needs 1:1 triathlon coaching, including open water swimming. I coach swim & triathlon at the club Lanzarote camp.
About my coaching style
I aim to make training fun and engaging. You can achieve amazing things when you're enjoying your sport. I try to work with other coaches to keep my coaching practice fresh and open. I enjoy racing - and supporting athletes in events, ofc.
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Athletics: Event Group Endurance
Coaching for Serpentine
Coach for Battersea Thursday Threshold and a relief coach for Tuesday track at Paddington Track
About my coaching style
Coaching for me is about bringing the best out of the person, creating right habits and learning together.
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Run leader
Coaching qualifications:- Fell Leadership in Running Fitness
Coaching for Serpentine
I am responsible for the monthly Serpie Trail Run. Get out of London and join us on the trails. I also occasionally lead a session for those new to trails somewhere more local.
About my coaching style
Adventure, challenge and a deep connection to nature are important to me. I believe that we can improve focus, resilience and adaptability by spending time in the mountains, hills and forests. It's an enormous, fun playground for adults out there!
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Fell Leadership in Running Fitness
- Running: Coach in Running Fitness
Coaching for Serpentine
As the beginner running lead, I coach courses in Spring, Summer and Autumn. In addition, I lead a shorter option as part of the monthly club trail runs.
About my coaching style
I aim to offer accessible activities for those just starting on their running journey or recovering from time out. I am interested in coaching people to their first half marathon or shorter trail race.
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Coach in Running Fitness
Coaching for Serpentine
Hi Team, I coach Hills @ Primrose Hill
About my coaching style
As a certified run coach, UTMB qualifier & GB athlete, I blend my formal training and personal experience to guide runners. I understand both the technical and emotional challenges you face, ensuring your running journey is inspiring and fulfilling.
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Run leader
Coaching qualifications:- Running: Leadership in Running Fitness (LIRF)
Coaching for Serpentine
The lead/coaching involvement at Serpentine is as follows below: Support the Wednesday Clubs Runs Support/Lead the Thursday Hills sessions Lead the Saturday Long Runs
About my coaching style
- BSC Hons in Sports and Ex Science;
- LiRF with UKA;
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Running & Athletics Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Athletics Coach
Coaching for Serpentine
I am currently not actively coaching in any Serpentines session, but I help some members with their training
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Athletics: Event Group Endurance
Coaching for Serpentine
I currently coach the Greenwich Hills session
About my coaching style
I aim to be an approachable coach, making sessions fun centred
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Run leader
Coaching for Serpentine
I co-ordinate the Improver Programme and support the beginners.
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Run leader
Coaching for Serpentine
Helping out as needed for example on Wednesday evenings in Hyde Park.
About my coaching style
I am relatively new to run leading but love inspiring older women in particular and all people who are new to running.
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Running Coach
Free 1:1 coaching: YesCoaching for Serpentine
I coach the Monday track session and was the running coach at Lanzarote 2024.
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Running Coach
Coaching qualifications:- Athletics: Event Group Endurance
Coaching for Serpentine
I have supported the committee in shaping the coaching strategy. My coaching focuses on guiding endurance runners through their running journey and helping them fulfil their potential.
About my coaching style
My passion for endurance coaching is rooted in giving back to the sport and enabling runners to achieve their goals, continue to grow, gain fulfilment, become the best version of themselves and have fun along the journey.
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