Piece By Piece Training Programmes
At Piece by Piece, whether you choose a Fixed Programme or a Personalised Plan, you’ll receive expert support every step of the way. Coach Cobus provides feedback, motivation, and guidance throughout your journey. Both options come with clear training schedules, resources, and the tools you need to train confidently, stay on track, and reach your running goals.
Fixed Programmes
Piece by Piece’s fixed programmes offer structured, pre-designed training plans tailored to common goals. These consistent, proven routines include weekly schedules, recovery guidance, and progressive workouts—ideal for runners who prefer a clear, step-by-step approach to building endurance and strength.
Personalised Programmes
Our personalised programmes are custom-built around your individual goals, fitness level, and schedule. From race targets to lifestyle preferences, each plan is carefully adapted to your needs. You’ll receive one-on-one guidance, ongoing adjustments, and expert support—designed to help you unlock your full potential.
Coaching Course
Piece by Piece’s Endurance Coaching Course empowers future coaches and athletes with essential training skills, strength development, and race programming. Choose in-person, online, or hybrid learning, all with expert support and flexible structure to suit your goals and experience level.
Meet Our Training Expert
Cobus Groenewald
Cobus is the founder and training expert behind Piece by Piece, a fitness brand built on the belief that athletic success is achieved through consistent, structured progress. With over three decades of experience and a passion for both elite performance and community upliftment, Cobus brings together the art and science of endurance coaching. Whether you're chasing an Olympic dream, finishing your first 5K, or training for the Two Oceans or Comrades Ultra, Cobus has guided athletes just like you—one brick at a time. He understands that every athlete’s journey is unique, and he’s passionate about helping individuals break down their goals into achievable blocks. Known for his clear guidance, hands-on support, and unwavering commitment to his clients, Cobus leads with both expertise and heart. His training methods blend science, motivation, and discipline, empowering clients of all levels to unlock their full potential. Through Piece by Piece, Cobus has created a space where athletes are supported, challenged, and celebrated—one step, one block, and one breakthrough at a time.
Meet Our Training Expert
Cobus Groenewald
Cobus is the founder and training expert behind Piece by Piece, a fitness brand built on the belief that athletic success is achieved through consistent, structured progress. With over three decades of experience and a passion for both elite performance and community upliftment, Cobus brings together the art and science of endurance coaching. Whether you're chasing an Olympic dream, finishing your first 5K, or training for the Two Oceans or Comrades Ultra, Cobus has guided athletes just like you—one brick at a time. He understands that every athlete’s journey is unique, and he’s passionate about helping individuals break down their goals into achievable blocks. Known for his clear guidance, hands-on support, and unwavering commitment to his clients, Cobus leads with both expertise and heart. His training methods blend science, motivation, and discipline, empowering clients of all levels to unlock their full potential. Through Piece by Piece, Cobus has created a space where athletes are supported, challenged, and celebrated—one step, one block, and one breakthrough at a time.
Experience & Credentials
- He has 35+ years of Coaching distance runners and race walkers of all levels
- ASA Level 2 Certified in middle- & long-distance coaching
- ASA Level 1 Certified in sprint and short-distance development
- Qualified Physical Education Teacher with deep insight into physical, mental, and emotional growth
- Road Coaching Specialist: From 10Ks to 21K, marathons (42.2K), and ultras—Coach JC has helped countless athletes compete and succeed at events like the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathon—ranging from cut-off survivors to silver medal contenders
- Veteran of 83 marathons and 39 ultra-marathons, including Two Oceans and Comrades
- Athletes coached include national champions, continental record holders, and world-ranked performers
Cobus's Experience & Credentials
- He has 35+ years of Coaching distance runners and race walkers of all levels
- ASA Level 2 Certified in middle- & long-distance coaching
- ASA Level 1 Certified in sprint and short-distance development
- Qualified Physical Education Teacher with deep insight into physical, mental, and emotional growth
- Road Coaching Specialist: From 10Ks to 21K, marathons (42.2K), and ultras—Coach JC has helped countless athletes compete and succeed at events like the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathon—ranging from cut-off survivors to silver medal contenders
- Veteran of 83 marathons and 39 ultra-marathons, including Two Oceans and Comrades
- Athletes coached include national champions, continental record holders, and world-ranked performers
Athletes
What The Athletes Represent
The athletes of Piece by Piece represent a diverse and driven community of individuals who are united by one common goal—building their fitness, strength, and resilience, block by block. From first-time runners to seasoned marathoners and ultra-endurance competitors, each athlete brings a unique story and personal journey to the programme. What sets them apart is their commitment to progress, their willingness to embrace the process, and their belief in the power of structured, consistent training. Guided by expert coaching and supported by a like-minded community, Piece by Piece athletes don’t chase quick fixes—they focus on long-term growth and sustainable success. Their journeys are filled with determination, breakthroughs, and the daily victories that come from doing the work. Whether they’re chasing a personal best or running their very first race, every athlete in the Piece by Piece community is a living example of what’s possible when you build from the ground up.
Athletes
What The Athletes Represent
The athletes of Piece by Piece represent a diverse and driven community of individuals who are united by one common goal—building their fitness, strength, and resilience, block by block. From first-time runners to seasoned marathoners and ultra-endurance competitors, each athlete brings a unique story and personal journey to the programme. What sets them apart is their commitment to progress, their willingness to embrace the process, and their belief in the power of structured, consistent training. Guided by expert coaching and supported by a like-minded community, Piece by Piece athletes don’t chase quick fixes—they focus on long-term growth and sustainable success. Their journeys are filled with determination, breakthroughs, and the daily victories that come from doing the work. Whether they’re chasing a personal best or running their very first race, every athlete in the Piece by Piece community is a living example of what’s possible when you build from the ground up.
Let’s Start Building Together
Join a training journey designed for progress, purpose, and lasting results—one block at a time.
Events
Celebrating Every Milestone, One Event at a Time
Testimonials
"Relax. Enjoy it!" These are the words of Oom Cobus just before the next 400 m lap. Words like "You can do it; you just have to decide you want to" really inspire me to become a better runner and the best I can be. It's about enjoying the company of friends and feeling great after a perfectly planned session. There's a method behind every training session, a lesson to learn and a wonderful memory to cherish! Your dreams become bigger, your weekly mileage increases, and then comes the day when you cross the finish line with the time he always believed you were capable of achieving.
Nica Pretorius
Coach Cobus helped me reach goals and achieve things in running I never thought possible. Before I met Coach Cobus, I was training hard, but my results were poor. I met him a week after the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon. He promised to get me under 9 hours—and indeed, I ran my first Comrades Marathon in under 9 hours. He is extremely knowledgeable and always answers my fitness questions. His 8-week programme definitely boosted both my fitness and my mental well-being. For the first time in my running journey, I finished a race feeling strong. I truly enjoyed running the Comrades Marathon.
Joseph
Let’s Start Building Together
Join a training journey designed for progress, purpose, and lasting results—one block at a time.
Testimonials
"Relax. Enjoy it!" These are the words of Oom Cobus just before the next 400 m lap. Words like "You can do it; you just have to decide you want to" really inspire me to become a better runner and the best I can be. It's about enjoying the company of friends and feeling great after a perfectly planned session. There's a method behind every training session, a lesson to learn and a wonderful memory to cherish! Your dreams become bigger, your weekly mileage increases, and then comes the day when you cross the finish line with the time he always believed you were capable of achieving.
Nica Pretorius
Coach Cobus helped me reach goals and achieve things in running I never thought possible. Before I met Coach Cobus, I was training hard, but my results were poor. I met him a week after the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon. He promised to get me under 9 hours—and indeed, I ran my first Comrades Marathon in under 9 hours. He is extremely knowledgeable and always answers my fitness questions. His 8-week programme definitely boosted both my fitness and my mental well-being. For the first time in my running journey, I finished a race feeling strong. I truly enjoyed running the Comrades Marathon.
Joseph
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