THE GOLD
STANDARD
IN RUNNING
Personalised coaching for athletes from 10km to ultra-distance. Comrades & Two Oceans specialists. Human coaching that AI can't replace.
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Human Coaching.
Real Results.
Established in 2013, A-Team Coaching has helped hundreds of athletes in chasing their athletic and endurance dreams. Guided by their own personal experience and private studies, David and Ann draw from a wealth of knowledge to encourage and assist athletes in achieving their individual strength, nutrition, trail and road running goals.
A-Team Coaching delivers high-performance running coaching to athletes worldwide through a powerful web-based platform that integrates seamlessly with an athlete's GPS smart watch. Each day, the app provides tailored training instructions while capturing key physiological data.
Start Your Journey""AI is a tool. Running is you, your training, your mood, psychological state and more. It's not an algorithm. A computer can only work with the numbers fed to it by wearable tech. The most important metrics, it cannot make sense of."
David Ashworth
From 10km to
Ultra Distance
Specialist Comrades & Two Oceans Coaching
Unmatched experience coaching athletes for both the Comrades Marathon and the Two Oceans Marathon. We understand pacing strategies, route profiles, nutrition, cut-offs, and race-day execution from lived experience.
Learn More10km to Ultra-Distance Running
From your first 10km to the demands of ultra-distance racing, every programme is individually tailored to your goals, experience, and lifestyle. Train smarter, stay consistent, unlock your full potential.
Learn MoreRun-Focused Strength Training
Designed by Ann Ashworth, our strength programs for all levels help athletes become stronger, faster, and avoid injury. Equipment: Pilates ball, Bosu ball, kettlebell, dumbbells, theraband and more.
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Individual.
Not Generic.
A-Team Coaching has chosen to remain independent and not to align with races as 'Official Race Coach' — thus we do not offer generic cut-and-paste training.
The focus is on high-quality running coaching, personalised training plans and YOUR individuality. We do not offer group training sessions, because your programme is built for you alone.
Apply for Coaching"Goal races are a small part of running. Learn to love the journey."
— David Ashworth
Real Results,
Real People
"Working with David has been an incredible experience and a game changer for my running journey. What truly sets David apart is his availability and openness. His training plans are clear, personalized, and realistic."
"Dave slowly built me up to running a 22 minute marathon PB. I then ran my best ever Comrades the following year, also with a 20 minute PB. A scientific but hands on approach to reaching your full potential."
Ready to Train with
The Best?
Join hundreds of athletes who have unlocked their potential with A-Team Coaching. Personalised plans, expert guidance, real results.
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