- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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206 people are interested
Volunteer with TRDC!
ORGANIZATION: Teens Run DC
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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206 people are interested
Teens Run DC is looking for volunteers to help in all aspects of our Saturday group mentoring & running program - running/walking with students on Saturday's. We are a young and dynamic program who are building a community where everyone learns and everyone grows. Come join us.
Teens Run DC empowers youth to envision and work towards the achievement of personal goals through a social-emotional learning, group mentoring, and distance running-based curriculum.
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About Teens Run DC
Location:
700 Pennsylvania Ave SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003, US
Mission Statement
Teens Run DC empowers youth from underserved communities to envision and work towards the achievement of personal goals through a youth mentoring and distance running program. Over an academic year, TRDC Coaches, Mentors, and Friends challenge and guide these youth to develop the skills necessary to achieve their running goals and their life goals
Description
During the year, students train alongside Teens Run DC coaches, volunteer teaches, and individual mentors who challenge and guide these youth to develop greater responsibility, discipline, perseverance, and goal-setting skills as they train for progressively longer distance races. They meet with coaches at least twice weekly at their home schools and on weekends as a larger community with their individual mentors. Mentors and mentees have regular contact throughout the week, and at least once monthly outside of practice for more social activities.
Between coaches and mentors who serve as strong, positive role models, and peers working towards similar goals, Teens Run DC creates a thoughtful and supportive community fostering a sense of belonging for all participants, making the journey easier and more fun - whether training for a 5K race or a half marathon, attempting to lose 5 pounds or trying to find a healthier lifestyle."We want our youth to recognize that who they are is worth valuing."
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
355 Water St SEWashington, DC 20003
DATE POSTED
October 10, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Outdoor Recreation
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 20
- Orientation or Training
- Time commitment depends on volunteer opportunity.
- Passion for youth and ability to commit.