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How would you like to take your running to a new level? Now is your chance to join the Dick Beardsley Team and be coached by one of the premier running coaches in the country.


Running has been very good to me and I still enjoy competing from the 5K up to ultramarathons. I also feel that it is time to give something back to the sport I so love – that is why I am starting my online training programs.

I currently host the Dick Beardsley Marathon Running Camp which I have been doing for the past several years. And, for the past several years, I was the coach for the Chicago Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation's Joints in Motion Training Team. Additionally, throughout the year, I put on mini running camps for corporations and high school runners.


I realize that not everyone can attend one of my camps which is another reason for my online coaching. Whether you want to qualify for Boston, the Olympic Trials, or try to get a PR in your local 5K, I promise I will work with you on an individual basis to help you achieve your goals.

  • Personalized training schedule set up specifically for you to help you follow your dream and achieve your goal
  • Unlimited emailing to help answer any questions you may have about your training 
  • One–on–one phone calls when needed
  • Help in getting into those "hard to get into races" 
  • Unlimited POSITIVE ATTITUDE – a huge part of a successful training program
  • Greater confidence not only in your running, but also in other areas of your life

$150 per month **A portion of this fee will be donated to the Dick Beardsley Foundation 

Because I want to spend quality time with each athlete I coach, there are a limited number of openings. If you would like more information or want to join the Dick Beardsley Team, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it