Coaches at West Coast Velocity

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With over a decade of experience in both the business and athletic worlds, Hugo brings a unique, educator-led approach to distance running. As a certified running coach and lifelong athlete - spanning the ranks from club and high school to the collegiate level, Hugo understands the physical and mental demands of the sport at every stage. 

As both an educator and business owner, Hugo doesn't just provide a training plan; he provides a curriculum for success. His favorite role is helping others discover their own passion for the sport. Whether you're chasing a personal record or just starting your first mile, I combine professional expertise with a teacher's heart to help you achieve your goals. 

With over seven years of experience as an elementary school teacher and a Master's degree from the University of La Verne, Gisela understands the child development happens both inside and outside the classroom, As a mother of two, she knows firsthand that child moves at their own pace and she's dedicated to helping them find their stride. 

Coach Gisela believes that running is more than just a sport, it's a toolkit for life. Through her coaching, she combines her pedagogical background with her passion for fitness to teach endurance , goal-setting, and self confidence. Her mission is to transform the "I can't" into "I did" by using he simplicity of running to build resilient minds and healthy bodies. 

She's here to help your runner find joy in movement and the confidence to go the distance. 

As a mother of three and a professional in the medical sales industry, Coach Luvy knows that true success is built on a foundation of health. With over two years of experience in youth coaching, she has dedicated herself to helping the next generation discover that happiness isn't just a destination, it's a way of living. 

Luvy brings a unique perspective to coaching, blending the discipline of her professional career with her deep love for nature and wellness. She believes that when children connect with the outdoors and learn to prioritize their physical and mental well-being, they unlock their full potential. Her coaching style is centered on empathy, and the belief that every runner deserves to feel confident. 

Coach Dylan passion for track and cross country comes from the belief that the track is the ultimate equalizer. Coach Dylan doesn't care where you started; he only cares that you showed up. 

Coach Dylan has a creative approach in training. He believes that runners won't just run in circles; he will help runners build strength, the strategy, and the mental grit to handle the final 100 meters of any race, and any challenge life throws at you. Coach Dylan not just looking for the fastest kid on the team; he is looking for the runner who wants to grow the most.