The Running School

For Learners, Practitioners & Sports Coaches

The Certified Running Technique Coach course is designed for professionals who wish to deepen their expertise in running biomechanics and coaching. As a specialised training module within our flagship Certified Running Technique Specialist programme, it provides targeted training for those working with runners in clinical or athletic settings and is a Level III course.

Benefits:

• Acquire evidence-based skills to assess and improve running form, helping patients and clients reduce injury risk and enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
• Learn movement re-patterning strategies and technique drills that support clinical re-education and biomechanical analysis. The focus is on real-time coaching in outdoor environments.
• Gain practical tools for planning and leading structured sessions, enabling you to guide runners from rehabilitation to performance improvement.
• Receive certification that demonstrates your commitment to safe, effective running technique coaching.

Benefits for Sports Coaches:

• Develop specialised coaching skills to boost running efficiency, speed, and performance for athletes at all levels.
• Master real-time coaching methods for outdoor and group environments, enhancing your ability to inspire and guide runners.
• Access step-by-step guidance for progressing technique over several weeks, supporting both beginners and intermediates.
• Join The Running School network, connecting with a community of expert coaches and practitioners.

Upon successful completion, you’ll be eligible for a discount on the flagship Certified Running Technique Specialist programme, as this module counts towards the full qualification. You can also be listed as a Certified Running Technique Coach on The Running School website after completing additional coaching hours and submitting your coaching log. For more Information on the Certified Running Technique Specialist (CRTS), which is a 6-12 month course, please click on the course page link.

What you Learn:

• Principles of Coaching
• Introduction to Running Mechanics
• How to Teach Running Technique
  • Verbal coaching cues
  • Visual coaching cues
  • Movement Re-Patterning Strategies
  • Technique Drills
• How to Plan, Structure, and Lead Sessions
• Exercises for Running Technique
  • Warm-Up
  • Muscle Activation
  • Proprioception
  • Mobility for Runners

Duration

In Person: 

• 3 days + 25 Case Study coaching hours
• Access to the Online Material for 8 Weeks
• Online Support Meeting X 2

Online: 

• Access to the Online Material for 8 Weeks + 25 Case Study coaching hours
• Online Support Meeting X 2

Course Fee 

£450

Assessments

1. Written Assessment:   Multiple-choice questionnaire

2. Practical Assessment:   Live practical assessment of running and structuring a coaching session. 

For online learners, this will consist of a 10 Min video recording of a coaching session

3. Case Studies:  In the form of 5 case studies, consisting of 5 sessions each (25 hours).

Certification

To receive your Running Technique Coach Certification, you are required to attend all training, pass the practical coaching assessment, receive a pass mark on the multiple-choice questionnaire, and receive a pass on your 5 case studies.  

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