Train with Champions
Run in the footsteps of legends in the land of long-distance runners.
Train with Famous Athletes
Get unparalleled insights and motivation by training alongside Ethiopia's running icons.
A rare opportunity to join a 1-2 hour session with a three-time Olympic gold medalist. Sessions may include a group run, speed drills (e.g., 8x400m/200m intervals), or a Q&A on his training philosophy. Sessions are adaptable for intermediate to advanced runners.
Booking Information:
Via NN Running Team or Global Sports Communication. Book 6-12 months in advance.
Tirunesh Dibaba
Sessions in Addis. Contact Yaya Village (~$320-$640).
Tariku Bekele
Coaching in Bekoji or Addis. Book via Running Across Borders (~$240-$480).
Sisay Lemma
Group runs in Sululta. Contact Ethiopian Athletics Federation (~$320-$800).
Train with Renowned Coaches
Learn from the masterminds behind Ethiopia's running dynasty.
Bekoji
The coach who discovered Bekele and Dibaba. Offers 1-3 day camps focusing on hill runs, endurance, and cross-country. For all levels.
Addis Ababa
Coaches Ethiopia’s elite marathoners at Entoto Mountain. Sessions for intermediate to elite runners.
Addis Ababa
Former national marathon coach. Offers sessions for all levels at Addis Ababa Stadium or Sululta.
Experience Authentic Athletics Training
Immerse yourself in the high-altitude training environments that produce world champions.
Immersive camp with Coach Sentayehu Eshetu’s team. Run 6-15 miles daily on Bekoji’s hills and trails (2,800m). Includes cross-country, fartlek, and cultural activities.
Train at Haile Gebrselassie’s world-class facility (2,400m). Join group runs with emerging and elite talent.
Join free or low-cost group runs with local athletes in Sululta (2,600m). Focus on long runs (10-20 miles) and camaraderie.
Participate in Local Races
Test your limits and experience the electric atmosphere of an Ethiopian road race.
Africa’s largest 10km road race with 40,000+ participants, held annually in November.
A scenic 21km race along Lake Hawassa, held in Feb/March. Great for combining with Rift Valley visits.
Cost: ~$32-$64