Girls on the Run is an afterschool enrichment program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. Our mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates movement. Through thought-provoking discussion and fun activities, Girls on the Run uplifts and empowers girls in our community and prepares them to become the leaders of tomorrow. The girls in our program have learned to:
Our teams – each consisting of 15-20 girls – meet two times per week, usually right after school, for about an hour and a half and are led by a minimum of three trained coaches. We provide thorough training for all coaches. We cover the logistics of the program, general tips about coaching, and the program’s curriculum.
As Girls on the Run® is an international program, there is a well-developed curriculum which we follow that is designed to teach valuable life lessons to girls in third through eighth grades. Lessons include subjects such as emotional health, values, cooperation, and standing up for oneself. The program finishes with a celebration event that includes a 5k run/walk.
Serving as a Coach is the most rewarding way to get involved with Girls on the Run and learn more about our program. You get to experience the program first hand, feel a sense of accomplishment that you have made a difference in the lives of the girls and have a ton of fun with your team of coaches and incredible girls!
This is a volunteer position that works with a team of coaches to facilitate the Girls on the Run curriculum to program participants. This position works closely with the Program Coordinator and approximately 4 hours per week for 8 weeks.
