Newton Running, the Boulder (Co) based running company, has started to offer a Natural Running form coaching certification that provides coaches with knowledge designed to assist clients with efficient running form, injury prevention and training goals. The program is designed to give coaches the knowledge and tools to teach and analyze natural running form as well as present natural running talks and clinics.

“In the past two years we have traveled to over 50 retailers across the country offering natural running clinics for the public,” states Ian Adamson, Director of Research and Education for Newton Running. “The response has been overwhelming and it quickly became clear there is a demand from runners who want to improve their form and reduce injuries.”

To become a certified coach, an individual must demonstrate a natural running form (including Chi, Pose, Evolution or barefoot styles), submit three coaching references and attend a three-day Newton Running instructor workshop. The certification course includes classes on running biomechanics, gait and posture analysis, proper shoe fitting, form drills, strength and balance exercises and effective teaching techniques. Course participants must pass a final written and oral exam to receive certification.

Newton has already conducted two sold-out natural running coach courses in the past month and has plans for many more throughout the year. For more information, click here.