As part of our Athlete Development Program, we recognize the importance of building coaching skills—not just for our national team but also for the local community and neighboring countries in Asia.
That’s why we’re bringing in Andy Dubois this May. Andy led the coaching of our national team in 2023 and has been a key part of our coaching team as a consultant and supporter. He has coached some of the top runners in Asia and has helped runners of all levels—from beginners to seasoned athletes—finish strong in their ultra races.
The Mile 27 Ultrarunning Coaching Course is focused on delivering evidence based practical knowledge that covers all aspects of coaching trail and ultra runners.
Delivered by Andy DuBois , one of the most respected coaches in the Asia Pacific region with numerous elite athletes from all over the world on his books.
The course focuses more on the practical aspects of coaching whilst still covering the fundamental physiological principles underpinning your training prescription.
The Coaching the Coach Training Program will have the following schedule:
May 8-11 Coaches (Limited slots open)
May 11 - Open to Athletes. Joint session with Coach Trainees
May 12-15 - Exclusive Training for PHILIPPINE TEAM AND COACHES
Limited Slots:
Coach-Local - REGISTER AND PAY HERE
Coach-Foreign - REGISTER AND PAY HERE
Athletes - REGISTER AND PAY HERE
The registration includes the course fee to cover the instructor fees and related cost, venue, admin and logistics and other incidental expenses to conduct the program and bring in a world class coach to the Philippines. This amount is discounted and fee is subsidized by PHILTRA.
The training includes lectures, case studies and actual running on the trails.
Please bring the following:
Comfortable clothes
The training will be conducted in Baguio City. Tentative venue: Veranda at Bell House. Camp John Hay, Baguio City. MAP
Country Name: PHILIPPINES
Host Region: Baguio City
Language: Filipino (Tagalog and Ilocano), English
Local Time: (UTC+8)
Driving: Right-handed
Business hours: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Shops: 10 a.m.–7 p.m., with some 24H Establishments
Weather (May)
Currency and Payments: Peso - Wireless payment is commonly used in some local shops. ATM is accessible.
Electricity and Voltage: Electricity: 220V, socket Type A,B<C
Measurements: Metric System
Emergency and Medical: 911
Service: Mobile network: 4G, 5G
Tipping: Approx. 1-2USD
Sim-Cards: As a working mobile phone is part of the mandatory equipment, please check the functionality of your mobile phone provider for Philippines. If you need to buy prepaid sim cards there are multiple stores at the airport.
Entry Visa: Entry visa for SEA countries are not required, only an online flight and customs declaration form. Please fill-up before arriving in the Philippines - https://etravel.gov.ph/
Arrivals
Arrival by Plane: The nearest airport is Clark International Airport (3H) or NAIA Airport (Metro Manila) - 4 to 6H.
Arrival by Bus:
From Manila: There are multiple buses that travel between Metro Manila and Baguio. Two of the most popular companies are Victory Liner and Joy Bus. The Victory Liner buses departs from Cubao and Pasay while Joy Bus departs from Cubao. It costs between P600-P1000 for regular to first class. The travel time is approximately 4 to 5 hours depending on traffic.
From Clark- Baguio is accessible by public transportation from the former airbase. Your first stop is Dau Terminal. A taxi can take you there from the ariport or anywhere in the city or you can take a jeep. Once in Dau, there are many buses bound for Baguio. The fare ranges from P340 to P460 depending on the company and class. The trip takes around three hours.
Arrival By Car
To travel from Manila to Baguio, you can take a bus or drive by car along the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and connect to the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) then the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX).
Local Transportation: There are public transport around Baguio. One can take jeepney going to Camp John Hay. Taxi and Grab Car service is also available and accesible 24H
There are many accomodation options within Baguio depending on preference .CLICK HERE
For hotels within, Camp John Hay, email the following:
Please contact us at info@philtra.ph for sponsorship.