TRAIN SMARTER. RACE BETTER. RUN INJURY FREE.
PERSONALISED ONLINE RUNNING COACHING FROM GOLD COAST-BASED COACH AND PHYSIOTHERAPIST WITH 30+ YEARS OF RACING AND 20+ YEARS OF COACHING EXPERIENCE
Australian Athletics Level 3 Running Coach · ASCA Level 2 Strength & Conditioning Coach · Physiotherapist · 30+ Years Racing and 20+ Years Coaching Experience · Athletes Coached Nationwide · 5k to Ultra Marathon · Trail, Track, and Road · Gold Coast & Online ·
Australian Athletics Level 3 Running Coach · ASCA Level 2 Strength & Conditioning Coach · Physiotherapist · 30+ Years Racing and 20+ Years Coaching Experience · Athletes Coached Nationwide · 5k to Ultra Marathon · Trail, Track, and Road · Gold Coast & Online ·
Whether you're chasing your first marathon finish or targeting a mountain ultra, personalised coaching makes the difference. Dave’s blend of coaching knowledge, physiotherapy insight and his own real-world running experience build a coaching relationship that gets you the results you want.
RUNNING COACHING
Many running injuries don't require you to stop running — they require the right diagnosis and treatment. As a qualified physiotherapist, Dave identifies the root cause of your injury, assesses your running technique, and gets you back to full fitness fast.
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Join one of Dave's hands-on running workshops covering Running Technique, Trail Running, and Strength Training for Runners. Small groups, expert instruction, and practical skills you'll use in every run, all in a fun group environment.
WORKSHOPS
REAL RUNNERS. REAL RESULTS.
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"Dave sets goals for me that I wouldn't have thought I was capable of achieving — while knowing exactly when to back off and let my body adapt. I feel like I'm running as part of a team."
— Tom, Gold Coast
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"Dave is great at telling me when my ideas don’t make sense or will put me at greater risk of injury and he also tailors my program specifically for me based on the feedback I provide through Training Peaks."
— Carey, Brisbane
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"Prior to working with Dave, I couldn't run for 2 years after recurrent stress fractures. Now I just completed my first marathon! Dave helped get me strong, fixed my technique, and got me back running pain free."
— Deb, Kingscliff
COACH · RUNNER · PHYSIO
Dave Coombs is a Gold Coast-based running coach, physiotherapist, and lifelong endurance athlete with over 30 years of racing and training experience.
He works with runners of all levels, on road, track, and trail — from complete beginners to seasoned ultra-marathon competitors — helping them run further, race smarter, and stay injury free.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Join us at one of our popular Running Workshops. Sign up below, or visit the workshops page for more information.
Want to run further, faster, and with fewer injuries? This hands-on workshop covers the fundamentals of efficient running technique — and gives you the tools to implement real changes straight away.
Suitable for complete beginners through to experienced runners wanting to fine-tune their form.
You'll learn:
Correct running posture
Breathing techniques for running
How to keep running for longer
Correct foot strike and stride mechanics
How to adjust your stride to overcome common running pains — knee pain, shin pain, and more
What shoes you should be wearing
Strength and mobility exercises to support your technique
What to expect: Total running distance is approximately 3km including a voluntary warm-up. The workshop suits all levels — you need only a basic level of fitness to get the full experience.
What to bring: Running shoes, hat, sunscreen, water, and a snack
Minimum age: 10 years (contact Dave if unsure)
📍 Location: Ashmore Athletics Track, Gold Coast
⏱ Time: 7:00am — 9:00am
👥 Group size: Strictly limited
💰 Cost: $95 per person
Come and discover why trail running is one of the most rewarding ways to run — and learn the skills to tackle any terrain with confidence.
Held on the Gold Coast's best trails in Nerang State Forest, this friendly small group workshop covers everything you need to run off-road safely, efficiently, and enjoyably.
You'll learn:
Running on uneven and technical ground
Downhill running — safely and quickly
Uphill skills including running and power hiking (with and without poles)
Picking efficient lines through technical terrain
Equipment, footwear, and hydration for trail running
What to expect: Total running distance is approximately 5km including some hills. The pace is very easy and suits complete novice trail runners through to those with some experience wanting to sharpen their skills.
Personal technique feedback is provided alongside group-based sessions.
What to bring: Running shoes, hat, sunscreen, water
Minimum age: 10 years (contact Dave if unsure)
📍 Location: Nerang State Forest — meet at Lawnhill Drive Park (not the Velodrome entrance)
⏱ Time: 7:00am — 9:00am
👥 Group size: Strictly limited
💰 Cost: $95 per person
Strength training is one of the most powerful things a runner can do — for performance, injury prevention, and long-term health. Yet most runners avoid it, aren't sure what to do, or worry about getting too heavy or bulky.
This practical group workshop will change the way you think about strength training — and show you exactly how to make it work for your running.
You'll learn:
Mobility drills to improve flexibility
Warm-up and cool-down exercises
Injury prevention: strength exercises to minimise your injury risk
Health: how strength training maintains muscle mass and bone density
Performance: exercises that improve running economy and speed
How to fit strength sessions into your existing training week
What to expect: The workshop suits all ability levels — exercises are modified as needed. You should be comfortable completing a number of strength and running-based exercises over two hours.
What to bring: Running shoes, gym or running clothes, water bottle
Minimum age: 12 years (contact Dave if unsure)
📍 Location: Physiologic, 334 Scottsdale Drive, Robina
⏱ Time: 8am - 10am
👥 Group size: Strictly limited
💰 Cost: $95 per person
READY TO RUN YOUR BEST?
Every coach-athlete relationship begins with a simple conversation. Reach out to Dave today.