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Running Coaches in Kenya & South Africa
Whether you're aiming for a first 5K or a sub-3 marathon, the right running coach builds smart weekly mileage, structured intervals, and injury-resistant strength. MojaFit lists certified running coaches across Kenya and South Africa.
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Patrick Kamande
Personal Training (1-on-1)
From 1,000 KES
David Mwangi
Running Coaching
Mombasa, Kenya
From 1,800 KES
Buhle Mthembu
Running Coaching
Cape Town, South Africa
From 400 ZAR
Peter Omondi
Swimming Coaching
Mombasa, Kenya
From 1,700 KES
Samuel Kiprop
Running Coaching
Eldoret, Kenya
From 1,000 KES
Running Coaches
Whether you're aiming for a first 5K or a sub-3 marathon, the right running coach builds smart weekly mileage, structured intervals, and injury-resistant strength. MojaFit lists certified running coaches across Kenya and South Africa.
MojaFit currently lists 5+ certified running coaches across Kenya and South Africa, available for in-person, online and asynchronous sessions.
Who running is for
First-time runners, people training for parkrun, 10K, half- and full-marathon goals, ultra-trail runners, returning-from-injury runners and recreational runners who want to drop time without breaking down.
What to expect
Most coaches start with a chat about your current weekly mileage, goal race, and any niggles. You'll get a 6-16 week programme with easy runs, intervals, long runs and strength. In-person sessions usually focus on form, hill technique and intervals.
How to choose the right coach
- Match the specialty exactly. Filter by running and read three or more recent reviews before booking.
- Check certifications and experience. A coach with relevant certifications and 100+ sessions logged is a safer bet than someone brand new.
- Confirm the format. In-person, online, or async — pick what fits your week.
- Message before you book. A 5-minute chat tells you if you'll click. The right coach should listen more than they pitch.
Are you a running coach?
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- How much does running coaching cost on MojaFit?
- Rates vary by trainer and city. In Kenya, expect KES 1,500–3,500/hour; in South Africa, ZAR 250–600/hour. Online running coaching is usually cheaper. Every trainer's rate is shown upfront.
- I'm a complete beginner — is a coach overkill?
- Not at all. Beginners benefit most from a structured Couch-to-5K progression. A coach prevents the classic 'too much, too fast' injury that ends most beginner runs.
- Do I need to live near my coach?
- No — many MojaFit running coaches programme remotely. You log runs in Strava or Garmin, your coach reviews and adjusts week-by-week.
- What about Kenyan altitude camps?
- Trainers in Iten and Eldoret offer high-altitude camp packages for serious endurance athletes. Search by city to find them.
- How do I pay?
- Kenyan clients pay with M-Pesa or card via Paystack. South African clients pay by card. All checkouts are PCI-compliant on MojaFit.
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