Meet The Coaches

Coach Group Photo by Kaitlyn © 2019 Coach Group Photo by Kaitlyn © 2019

Hi everyone, welcome to our Meet The Coaches series! Leading up to the L.A. Marathon training kick-off (September 14, 2019), we will be introducing some of the great coaches that help make Whittier Pacers what it is today. We have a variety of fitness levels that can accommodate you. Click below to meet our Walking, Pre-Conditioners, Bridge to Half, Half Marathon, and Marathon coaches!

Meet Marlana De La Rosa, Bridge to Half Coach

June 2, 2021
If you’ve been to one of our meet ups you’ve definitely met our new Bridge to Half Coach, Marlana. She is a true Pacer spirit in every which way possible. She’s kind, friendly, welcoming, motivating, supportive, and will always give back to our fellow Pacers.  She enjoys seeing people succeed and will lift you up… more

Meet Noelle Banuelos and Rocio Parra, Novice 5K/10K Coaches

June 2, 2021
It’s always so heartwarming to see our fellow Pacers take what they’ve gained out of running with our group and sharing it with others. It brings us so much joy to welcome Pacers Noelle and Rocio to our coaching staff.  They are eager to share their Pacer Love and help you accomplish that 5K or… more

Meet Jose Valenzuela, Half Marathon Coach

June 1, 2021
With a true Pacer heart, fun energy and big smile, Pacer Jose has joined our coaching staff as our new Half Marathon Coach. Jose is one of our most giving Pacers that encourages our fellow runners, and walkers, to stay committed and have fun while training to reach their running goals. He has run several… more