Who Is Bernard? Ultra Runner, Coach and Engineer

I’ve always been passionate about the outdoors and about helping people find a healthier, more fulfilling way of living.

For over 30 years I worked as a Mechanical Engineer, but the real pull has always been in supporting others — watching people achieve things they never thought possible. That’s what led me here.

Why coaching? Because there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing friends, family, and athletes surprise themselves with what they can do.

Sport has always been part of my life, often as a way to connect with others. One day my wife suggested, “You should train — you might be surprised at what you can achieve.” She was right. That single comment started a journey I’ve never looked back from.

Not everything has gone perfectly along the way — and that’s the point. The lessons, the setbacks, the moments of joy… they all shaped who I am today. And it’s those experiences I bring to coaching: empathy, resilience, and a genuine belief that anyone can achieve more than they imagine.

“The journey has taught me that we’re all capable of more than we think. Let’s discover what that means for you.”

Some previous Race History since 1998

• 5 x Coast to Coast, Longest Day, 2 Day and Teams (7th Place Longest Day)

• 3 x UTMB 170km (France)

• 1 x TDS 148km (France)

• 1 x Tahoe 200 (USA)

• 6 x Ultra Trail 100km (Australia) (Top 20 Overall)

• 3 x GODZone (Top 10 finish)

• 9 x Old Ghost Ultra 85km (4th Place Overall)

• Tarawera Ultra 50k (1st Vet)

• 2 x Ultra Easy 108km (3rd Place Overall)

• 3 x Mt Difficulty Marathon (1st Vet)

• Motatapu Ultra, Motatapu Marathon (3rd overall - 1st Vet)

• Meet your maker 50 miler (Canada)

• 3 x Kepler Challenge (Sub 6hr)

• 5 x Auckland Half Marathon

• 5 x 24hr Day/Night MTB mixed team (1st Place)