Your personal path to your next trail running goal
Trail running is more than just running.
It is a connection to nature, a challenge, and a journey of personal development.
I support runners in achieving their personal goals – from getting started with trail running to ultra-trail running. As a passionate trail runner and coach, I know the challenges from my own experience.
My individual, tailored 1:1 coaching includes personal support, regular training adjustments and real trail running experience on my most beautiful home trails in Valais and the Bernese Oberland.
👉 Don't just talk. Run. Don't just talk.
The right offer for your goal
Beginners and hikers
Beginners who want to start trail running safely.
Hikers who love being active in nature and the mountains.
Ambitious runners
Ambitious trail runners and mountain runners who want to improve in a targeted way.
Runners who love nature, mountains & exercise.
Ultra and marathon runners
Ultratrail athletes and marathon runners who want to prepare in a structured way.
This is what runners say about the coaching
Lars ist ein super Trailcoach, den ich uneingeschränkt empfehlen kann. Er ist geduldig, extrem engagiert und überlässt nichts dem Zufall. Er kennt die Trails in- und auswendig und prüft sie sogar kurzfristig noch, damit alles passt. Besonders toll finde ich, dass er immer einen Weg findet, Läuferinnen und Läufer mit unterschiedlichem Niveau gemeinsam auf die Strecke zu bringen. Absolut zuverlässig und mit viel Herzblut dabei – klare Empfehlung!
Alexander
Lars überzeugt mit einem riesigen Erfahrungsschatz, den er auf eine sympathische und unkomplizierte Art weitergibt. Seine Touren führen durch wunderschöne Landschaften und bieten jede Menge Naturerlebnis. Besonders schätze ich, dass bei ihm immer die Teilnehmenden im Mittelpunkt stehen – nicht er selbst oder seine Leistungen. Ob Mentaltechnik, Training oder praktische Tipps – man nimmt immer etwas mit. Ich kann Lars allen empfehlen, die sich im Trailrunning weiterentwickeln möchten oder einfach eine tolle Zeit in der Natur erleben wollen.
Regula
Seit mehr als 2 1/2 Jahren laufe ich regelmässig mit Lars bei einem Lauftreff. Die Routen sind immer an das Leistungsniveau angepasst, abwechslungsreich und gut organisiert. Ich geniesse es mich um nichts kümmern zu müssen - selbst nach dem Wetter und ob es eine Regenjacke braucht oder nicht wird vorab mitgeteilt. Bei anspruchsvollen Routen hat Lars die Route vorab erkundet, ob man sie laufen kann.
Julian
Why choose running coaching with Lafere?
As an experienced trail running coach, I combine sound coaching with a passion for the mountains and professional training planning.
Experience individual coaching that promotes technique, endurance and mental strength – for sustainable success and enjoyment of trail running.
What you can expect:
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Personal running coaching for trail running (all levels)
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Individual training plan adapted to your level (TrainingPeaks)
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Technique, endurance & mental strength in the field
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Sustainable performance development instead of short-term successes
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Coaching in alpine terrain – practical & realistic
This way you avoid injuries, overexertion and wasted potential.
Trail running should be challenging – but also enjoyable .
Trail running in Valais & Bernese Oberland
The best trails start right outside my front door.
The Valais and the Bernese Oberland offer perfect conditions for trail running and trail running – from flowing to alpine, from short to ultra-long.
As a local running coach in Switzerland, I know:
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the trails
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the conditions
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the challenges in alpine terrain
And that's exactly what makes my coaching personal, practical and efficient .
For me, trail running is not just individual training . In addition to running coaching, I organize community runs with the trail-maniacs Oberwallis.
Running, laughing, learning and experiencing the mountains together – trail running connects people .
About me
Your running coach for trail running
I have been active in trail running and trail running for over 20 years .
After marathons on the road, my path consistently led me to the mountains – to longer, more technical trails and ultra runs over 100 km, including UTMB.
Today I share my experience as a personal running coach for trail running – honestly, practically and with enthusiasm.
Certified esa leader for trail running and mountain running
Experienced ultratrail runner
Crew chief trail-maniacs Upper Valais
More from the world of trail running
On my blog you'll find posts about trail running , tips on training plans and race preparation , reports on scrambling , insights into my community , and photos of my adventures in the mountains . Discover the latest posts and join me on my trails, at races, and on shared running adventures.
