MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL DISTANCE RUNNERS

(800m–5,000m | Cross Country & Track)

Coaching is individualized and development-focused. Support is tiered to ensure athlete outcomes, clear communication, and appropriate access throughout the season.

Athletes are placed in the coaching level that best supports their development, goals, and communication needs.

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DEVELOPMENT COACHING

For motivated middle school and high school runners who want structure, guidance, and consistency.

This level provides individualized training and foundational support while encouraging athlete ownership and independence.

Includes

✓ Individualized training plan aligned with school seasons

✓ Training pace guidance and adjustments

✓ Long-term development focus (not just week-to-week workouts)

✓ Review of logged training and ongoing feedback

✓ One athlete and/or parent call per quarter

(additional available at request)

✓ All other communication managed through TrainingPeaks

Guidance on:

✓ Training balance

✓ Recovery habits

✓ Strength and mobility priorities

✓ 72-hour response window through the training platform

Best fit for athletes who

✓ Are building consistency

✓ Communicate reliably

✓ Want structured guidance without frequent real-time access

✓ Want off-season guidance only

Does not include

Unlimited messaging through text or email

Race-week decision calls

1-on-1 In-person sessions

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PERFORMANCE COACHING


Limited availability

For competitive high school runners seeking higher-level oversight, planning, and decision-making support throughout the season.

This level reflects a more comprehensive coaching relationship.

Includes

✓ Fully individualized training with ongoing adjustments

✓ Long-term seasonal and annual planning

✓ Load management and injury-risk monitoring

✓ Race planning and competition-phase guidance

✓ Monthly athlete and parent call

✓ Communication via TrainingPeaks

✓ Text and email access for time-sensitive needs

✓ One individual in-person session per quarter

✓ Ongoing guidance related to:

  • Strength training structure

  • Recovery strategies

  • Nutrition and hydration considerations

    Managing school, sport, and stress

✓ 24-hour response window or quicker

Best fit for athletes who

✓ Are aiming for conference, regional, or state-level performance

✓ Benefit from increased coach involvement

✓ Want clarity and confidence in training decisions

✓ Looking for out-of-season coaching AND in-season consulting

Capacity

Spots are limited to maintain coaching quality.

ELITE / MENTORSHIP COACHING


Invitation only

For high-level athletes in competitive or recruiting phases who require close collaboration, priority access, and comprehensive support.

This level extends beyond programming and reflects a mentorship-style relationship.

Includes

✓ Fully individualized training with proactive adjustments

✓ Weekly structured check-ins

✓ Priority communication via TrainingPeaks, text, and email

✓ Priority pre-race strategy calls

✓ Monthly in-person session or meet-week support

✓ Coach presence at select meets, when appropriate

✓ Comprehensive season and multi-year planning

✓ Race selection, taper strategy, and performance debriefs

✓ Coordination with:

  • Athletic trainers

    Physical therapists

    Strength coaches

    Nutrition professionals

✓Ongoing guidance related to:

  • College pathway and recruiting considerations

  • High-pressure competition periods

  • Balancing performance with long-term health

Availability

Extremely limited. Placement is by recommendation only.

Coaching Placement

Coaching levels are recommended based on athlete needs, goals, and communication style.
Not all athletes require the same level of access or oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Coaching levels are recommended based on the athlete’s age, training history, goals, and communication needs. Placement is guided during the consultation process.

  • Yes. Athletes may move between levels as their needs change throughout the season.

  • No. This is full coaching, including individualized training, feedback, long-term planning, pacing guidance, and season-long decision support.

  • Training and feedback are managed primarily through TrainingPeaks.

    • Development Coaching: one athlete and/or parent call per month; all other communication via TrainingPeaks

    • Performance Coaching: monthly call, TrainingPeaks communication, plus text/email

    • Elite/Mentorship Coaching: priority access across all communication channels

  • Yes. Parents are welcome to be included in scheduled calls and appropriate communication, especially for younger athletes.

  • Yes. In-person 1-on-1 sessions are available when appropriate. Some coaching levels include limited in-person sessions, and additional sessions may be added based on the athlete’s needs.

    Availability, frequency, and cost are discussed during the consultation.

    In-person sessions are used intentionally and are not required for effective coaching.

  • Yes. Coaching, consulting, and college recruiting is designed to complement high school team training while prioritizing long-term development.

  • Middle school and high school distance events, primarily 800m–5,000m, in cross country and track.

  • Coaching is billed monthly. Long-term consistency leads to the best outcomes, but no long-term contract is required.

  • Complete the coaching application. From there, we’ll determine fit and recommend the appropriate coaching level.

    Athlete Background Questionnaire

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