Train Together. Race Together. Create Memories.
Personalized running coaching for teams of 2–4 runners training toward the same race and finish line.
Last Update July 30, 2026 by Etienne Durocher
Every running challenge starts with one bad idea…
A friend suggests running a marathon. A coworker brings up a trail race. Someone jokingly says, "We should sign up."
Everyone laughs...
Until someone actually does.
Suddenly the race is on. The group chat comes alive, race entries are confirmed,
and what started as a crazy idea becomes a shared goal.
The hard part isn't signing up.
It's showing up for the months of training that follow.
That's where teammates make the difference. They keep you accountable on busy weeks,
motivate you on tough days and remind you why you started when the excitement
begins to fade.
Text That I personally receive twice a year
That's exactly why I created Philotimo Team Coaching.
Designed for teams of 2 to 4 runners preparing for the same race and distance, every runner receives personalized coaching while training together toward one shared goal. Whether you're coworkers, friends, family or training partners, you'll prepare together, grow together and arrive at the start line ready for race day.
Because the race is the destination. The journey is where the memories are made.
Tell me about your team and your next challenge.
You don't have to be the same runner. Just the same amount of craziness.
One runner might be chasing a personal best. Another might simply want to finish. The other might have just drag in for the party.
As long as you're training for the same race and distance, you can train together while following coaching that's personalized to your own experience, fitness and goals.
Philotimo Team Coaching is perfect for:
Friends taking on their next adventure together
Coworkers training for a company challenge or bucket-list race
Couples sharing a meaningful goal
Families creating lifelong memories through running
Training partners looking for more structure and accountability
Anyone who believes the journey is better when it's shared
If you're already running together, you're already a team.
Find Your Team
Friends
Your next adventure starts together
- Take on your next adventure together
- Stay accountable throughout training
- Celebrate every milestone
- Cross the finish line together
Coworkers
Turn a work challenge into a shared achievement.
- Train for a company challenge
- Stay motivated during busy weeks
- Build stronger relationships
- Share an unforgettable achievement
Couples & Families
Create memories that go beyond the finish line.
- Work toward a meaningful goal
- Support each runner’s individual journey
- Turn race day into a shared experience
- Create memories beyond the finish line
Running Partners
Take your training to the next level.
- Add structure to your training
- Train at your own fitness level
- Receive personalized coaching
- Prepare confidently for race day
What's Included in Philotimo Team Coaching?
Most group coaching programs ask everyone to follow the same plan. Philotimo Team Coaching is different. Every runner receives personalized coaching based on their own experience, fitness and goals, while sharing the motivation, accountability and excitement of training toward the same race with people they enjoy running with. You get the best of both worlds: individual coaching and a shared journey.
Train Together
Different fitness levels are welcome. Thanks to effort-based training, your team can complete the same workouts together while everyone trains at the right intensity.
Team Accountability
Your private WhatsApp group keeps everyone connected, motivated and accountable throughout the training cycle.
Personalized Coaching
Your team follows one structured training plan designed for your shared race and distance. Along the way, every runner receives guidance and support based on their own fitness, experience and progress, so everyone gets the coaching they need while training together.
Monthly Team Coaching Calls
Meet once a month to discuss training, nutrition, recovery, race strategy and anything else your team needs to feel prepared.
Ongoing Support
Receive personalized feedback after your workouts through Final Surge, plus direct communication whenever you have questions along the way.
Race Day Confidence
Arrive at the start line knowing you've followed a structured plan, supported one another and done the work together.
Investment
Philotimo Team Coaching is designed for runners who believe the journey is better when it's shared. Every member of your team receives expert coaching, personalized feedback and ongoing support while training together toward the same race and finish line.
One simple price. One shared goal. An experience you'll remember long after race day.
$190 CAD per runner, per month
4–6 month commitment, depending on your race and training cycle.
Included:
✓ Team training plan
✓ Personalized coaching and feedback
✓ Final Surge athlete account
✓ Private team WhatsApp group
✓ Monthly Team Coaching Call
✓ Ongoing coaching adjustments
Commitment: 4–6 months, depending on your race and training cycle.
Ready to get started?
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions?
Hopefully we've answered most of them with this FAQ’s. If there's anything else you'd like to know, I'd be happy to help. Reach out anytime or book a free Team Discovery Call, we'll talk about your team, your race, and whether Team Coaching is the right fit.
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Philotimo Team Coaching is a personalized coaching experience for teams of two to four runners preparing for the same race and distance. Your team follows one structured training plan while every runner receives individualized feedback, guidance and ongoing support throughout the journey.
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Team Coaching is designed for friends, coworkers, couples, families and running partners who want to train for the same race together. Whether you're chasing a personal best or simply crossing your first finish line, the experience is built around your shared goal.
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Absolutely. Team Coaching uses effort-based training, allowing runners of different fitness levels to complete the same workouts together while training at the intensity that's appropriate for each individual.
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No. The goal isn't to match pace but to share the training experience. Every runner completes the same workout using their own effort level, making it possible to train side by side regardless of speed.
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Yes. As long as everyone is preparing for the same marathon and distance, Team Coaching is built to help you train together while receiving personalized coaching and feedback along the way.
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Not at all. Many teams choose to meet for key sessions like long runs while completing other workouts independently. The program is flexible enough to fit different schedules while keeping everyone moving toward the same goal.
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Yes. Coaching, workout feedback and communication are all delivered online through Final Surge and your private team WhatsApp group, making it easy to stay connected wherever you live.
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Not really. Team Coaching is designed for runners training for the same race and the same distance. Sharing one objective allows your team to follow the same structured plan while still receiving personalized feedback.
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Team Coaching is $190 CAD per runner, per month, regardless of whether your team has two, three or four runners. Every athlete receives the same level of coaching, personalized feedback and support throughout the training cycle.
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Most teams train together for four to six months, depending on their race and training timeline. We'll discuss your race date and recommend the coaching duration that's right for your team.
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Absolutely. Training with friends makes marathon preparation more enjoyable, increases accountability and helps everyone stay motivated through the ups and downs of a training cycle. Team Coaching provides the structure and guidance to help your group succeed together.
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Start by choosing the same marathon and agreeing on a shared goal. With Team Coaching, your coworkers follow one structured training plan while receiving personalized coaching and feedback based on their individual fitness and experience.
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Yes, especially when training is based on effort rather than pace. Couples can complete the same workouts together while each person trains at an intensity that's appropriate for their own ability and goals.
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Yes. Effort-based training allows runners of different abilities to complete the same workout without needing to run at the same pace. This makes it possible to train together while ensuring every runner gets the right training stimulus.
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Effort-based training focuses on how hard you're working instead of how fast you're running. It allows every member of the team to train together, regardless of pace, while ensuring each runner receives the appropriate training load for their own fitness level.
What happens next?
Tell me about your team (2–3 minutes)
Book your free Team Discovery Call
We'll discuss your race, goals and whether Team Coaching is the right fit.