ABOUT The Coach

Chandler Maciel has a passion for helping athletes of all abilities reach their goals. He has a background coaching everything from the 100m to the marathon and from youth to masters level athletes. His extensive coaching background includes working with numerous NCAA All-Americans, Boston Marathon Qualifiers, and high school champions.

Chandler’s coaching prowess comes from a combination of years of experience as a high-level runner, a broad education in exercise science, and an intuitive feel for what athletes can achieve. He obtained a BS in Kinesiology from Fresno Pacific University and an MA in Kinesiology from St. Mary’s College of CA where he competed at the NCAA DII and DI levels. He has run a PR of 2:25:05 at the Houston Marathon and 67:36 at the Two Cities Half Marathon.

TESTIMONIALS

  • Chandler is a great coach who provides solid training plans tailored to the needs and goals of his athletes. He provides great support, advice, and encouragement along the way to inspire confidence in his athletes. I was able to attain my goals in large part due to his coaching.

    —Mike Bosma

    Boston Qualifer

  • One of the best coaches I've had. He has a good mix of knowledge and intuition, and incorporates honesty into his work.

    — Annechiena Knevelbaard

    Three time All-American