Running Coach Marcelo Reviews 13

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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✅ My Mission "To transform the way people run by teaching proper technique, unlocking peak performance, and preventing injury through practical, easy-to-apply coaching." 🧭 My Core Values as a Running Coach Efficiency Over Effort Running well isn’t about trying harder, it’s about running smarter. Technique first, effort second. Education Through Application Every runner should understand why something works, not just be told what to do. Practical, usable learning is key. Injury Prevention is Performance Enhancement Injury-free runners are consistent runners and consistency is the real secret to success. Every Stride Counts Every run is a chance to improve, not just burn calories. There’s no such thing as “just getting through it.” Smart, Mindful, Conscientious training is my goal. Coaching with Clarity No fluff. Just clear, useful, and honest coaching that respects your runner’s goals and current ability. Empowerment Through Knowledge The goal isn’t just better running today; it’s giving people lifelong tools they can own and use.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Exceptional running coach

Marcelo has been helping my Year 10 son with his running technique for 4 months. He is a keen footballer who plays at a high standard but wanted to try and gain that competitive edge with improvements to his speed and power. The results are clearly visible. Marcelo’s has built a great relationship with my son and his approach to not only improving his running technique but explaining the reasons behind the mechanics makes him stand out as a truly exceptional coach.

1 April 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Initial Session

We received a gift voucher for an initial session with Marcelo and he was fantastic with us from the outset. He listened to what we were individually looking to get out of it and was supportive and encouraging throughout our session.

He gave us real insight into what we were doing and the science behind it! We really enjoyed the morning with Marcelo and the subsequent video analysis he has sent.

Would thoroughly recommend to anyone from beginners to more experienced runners.

13 March 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very Knowledgeable Running Coach

I’ve had a few sessions with Marcelo and already the fundamentals he has taught me have transformed my running form and I can feel an improvement. He is a very knowledgeable coach that continually assesses your running and drilling with analytic tools and communicates this to you in a simple manner.
Looking forward to a few more sessions with him and adapting it into my training.

30 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great running coach and a great guy

I have had the most fantastic experience with Marcelo. His expertise, knowledge and kindness have helped me take my running to another level.

He’s not just a great coach, he’s a great guy and even though he has coaches at a very high level, he make you feel totally comfortable no matter what level you are (I’m a pretty average level for context).

29 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Running Coach

Marcelo is exactly who we were looking for. He has been teaching our sprinting 13 year old Louie through the autumn and winter. Louie is naturally fast and was winning races but was injuring himself quite a lot through lack of proper technique. Marcelo has been coaching him one to one every few weeks, really getting deep into the details to improve posture, positioning, arm movement, acceleration and everything else. Louie is thriving on the training, Marcelo is very positive, communicative and friendly and provides lots of feedback, including videos and hi tech analysis. Louie is looking forward to the spring/summer race season and hoping to reap the rewards.

12 January 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marcelo is The Running Man



Marcelo has been coaching my 17-year-old son to improve his speed for football and swimming, as well as his overall running technique for better efficiency and confidence. We originally booked a 10-session block, but the results were noticeable within the first few sessions.

Marcelo has a friendly, caring personality and was able to build a genuine bond with my son very quickly. He warmed to Marcelo straight away and would listen closely to his advice, explanations, and the little nuggets of wisdom he shared each session.

I am a qualified swimming coach.Marcelo’s knowledge of running is incredibly deep. He knows the science and his techology is world class and what impressed me most was how tailored every session was. He identified my son’s strengths and areas for improvement immediately, and always structured the training to deliver the biggest impact.

Sam is now moving better, running faster, and feeling far more confident on the field. We couldn’t be happier with the progress. Thank you, Marcelo

1 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent running coach

Marcelo has been coaching my son, for a few months now. He was already a good runner on track and cross-country, and since adding Marcelo’s coaching into the mix, he has really started to shine.

Marcelo understands how to work with young athletes! He knows when to push, when to encourage, and how to explain technique in a way that just ‘clicks’.

My son comes away from every session more confident, more knowledgeable, and more excited about his running.

We’ve seen improvements not only in speed and technique, but also in his mindset and love for the sport. Marcelo genuinely cares about his athletes, and it shows in the results.

I couldn’t recommend him highly enough. A brilliant coach and a really nice mentor.

12 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Running coaching for better football performance …

My daughter started running coaching sessions to help her performance in football games. And wow, what a difference it’s made! She is a striker and can not only stay on side but use the skills she’s been taught to sprint and be ready to score.The sessions are engaging and Marcelo is so kind and inspiring. A big recommendation from me!

9 November 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent coach

Marcelo is a knowledgeable coach who really cares about improving the performance of his customers. He has done wonders with our daughters running technique, which has improved her confidence, not to mention her speed!

18 October 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Running coaching

Marcelo has been providing running coaching for my teenage son. He is a very knowledgeable and engaging coach, providing a good balance of challenge and encouragement. After a few sessions, we are already noticing improvements in running technique and results.

29 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Running Coach.

Finding Marcelo has been a game changer for my teenage son’s running technique and fitness, as well as his strength and flexibility.

Marcelo has taught him the fundamentals of running technique as well as giving him excellent drills to put them into practice.

The improvement in his running both on and off the football pitch has been phenomenal and I can’t recommend Marcelo highly enough for anyone looking to improve their running.

24 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Marco is an excellent running coach

Marcelo is an excellent running coach for my 12-year-old son. He has a real gift for breaking down the technical aspects of running in a way that's easy to understand, and all the drills feel purposeful and relevant. My son genuinely enjoys the sessions, which speaks volumes about Marcelo's approach. He brings fantastic energy and clearly has extensive running knowledge that he shares generously. Highly recommend!"

26 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Kids Running Coach You've Been Looking For

Years ago, a long suffering physio sadly confirmed that my running style was utterly catastrophic. I suffered from a myriad of musculoskeletal injuries and laboured around the football pitch with "deceptive pace". She couldn't understand why kids are painstakingly taught the correct techniques for swimming, racquet sports, even football, but not something as fundamental, or complex as running.

Roll forward 20+ years and I could see many inherited traits when my football obsessed 10 year old son pounded around the football pitch.

I knew the fix. All I needed to do was find the right fixer. Step forward Marcelo. He's the man.

We're only 3 sessions in, and the transformation is already tangible. The sky's the limit for the rest of the sessions.

My son thinks Marcelo walks on water, and I suspect he's probably right about that too.

15 July 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Running Coach Marcelo

Too kind Ian. A pleasure to coach!

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