Local is always the best. I didn't even try to use the online "remote" coach. I like to have an individual to sit down with and make sure they understand what I am experiencing. Most online services are just budgeted revenue streams with minimally educated professionals. A local has a reputation to protect and their is no better advertisement for his services than putting you on a podium or having you rave about his abilities. An online coach will just continue to do mass emailings and hope for the 2% return.