Coaches are the backbone of the Girls on the Run organization. Volunteer coaching requires a commitment of both time and energy, but it is an extremely rewarding experience as you become an active role model to these young girls.
Each of the Girls on the Run site must have at least one Head Coach and two to three assistant coaches. Head coaches must commit to two days per week, and assistant coaches are required to commit to one day each week (although two days is preferred as the participants become attached to the coaches). Each program has a minimum of 3-4 coaches per location and coaches share the coaching responsibilities. The timeframe is late-afternoon and early evening, two days a week. Coaches are also required to attend a one-day Training Session where they learn the curriculum and the tools they need to be a successful coach.
Coaches do not need to be competitive runners, but they do need to possess a positive view of fitness and healthy living. Each week, coaches work directly with program participants (ages 3 rd -8 th grade) to teach them healthy habits, inspire and train them to run the 5K event that is held at the end of the 12 weeks.
Overall, the time commitment for coaches is about 5-6 hours each week for 12 weeks. This includes travel and preparation time and meeting with the group twice a week for one hour each time. Coaches are also required to attend the end-of-the-season race with the participants to encourage them. It's the most inspiring day of the session for program participants and coaches.
Finally, consistency is extremely important to program participants so all coaches are required to attend practices for the entire 12-week season. If you are considering becoming a coach, we ask that you do not take this commitment lightly.
. Please carefully review the Head Coach and Assistant Coach volunteer descriptions for more information.
. Please complete the online Coaching Application.
. Next, simply download and return your Background Check Authorization form .
. Lastly, you must sign up and attend our one day Certification Training. Upcoming training dates are shown below; please RSVP for one of the dates.
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