Alliance Girls on the Run Coaches Needed
ORGANIZATION: Girls on the Run of Nebraska
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Girls on the Run Needs Volunteer Coaches in Alliance
Girls on the Run is gearing up for another fantastic season of fun, friendships and fitness at 50-plus sites across Nebraska, and we’re looking for positive-minded, can-do women to coach at schools at sites across the state. You DON’T have to be a runner to get involved - you just need to live a healthy lifestyle, project a positive attitude and have passion to help young girls put their best foot forward.
Girls on the Run is an innovative after-school program that combines exercise, education and mentoring to promote self-esteem, goal-setting and healthy living in third- through sixth-grade girls. Teams meet for 75 minutes twice a week for two months to play interactive running games and train for a 5K run/walk. Lessons on goal-setting, health, communication, teamwork and self-respect are incorporated with the physical training, so girls get a well-rounded positive experience in a noncompetitive atmosphere.
The overall time commitment for first-time coaches is about 40 hours. That includes up to 20 meetings with your team; a few hours on 5K day; and coach training.
More opportunities with Girls on the Run of Nebraska
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Girls on the Run of Nebraska
Location:
4600 Valley Road, #321, Lincoln, NE 68510, US
Mission Statement
Girls on the Run inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident with a curriculum that incorporates running. We know that physical activity and fitness can empower young girls to grow into strong, confident and healthy women. GOTR provides an uplifting and noncompetitive introduction to running and walking and what we hope will be a lifelong commitment to health and wellness. GOTR combines exercise, education and mentoring to promote character and confidence in young girls. GOTR uses the power of running and play to change the way girls see themselves and their opportunities. Innovative games and activities teach valuable lessons about teamwork, communication, goal-setting, positive thinking and perseverance. Participants train to run/walk a 5K as the culmination of the program. Crossing the finish line is an unforgettable and life-affirming experience for those involved.
Description
Fall and Spring Sessions
Girls on the Run teams meet twice weekly after school for two months to train for a 5K run/walk. Sessions begin in August and February. Life-skills lessons are incorporated with the physical training, so girls get much more than exercise.
Who We Are
Girls on the Run of Nebraska is a nonprofit organization run by volunteers. Many of our coaches are teachers, parents, college students and mature high school students. We're always looking for like-minded people who want to empower girls with exercise and education. Please contact us to donate time, talent or money to the program.
Coaches
Coaches are needed for fall and spring sessions. Each session requires a 30- to 40-hour time commitment over 14 to 16 weeks. Training is provided. Coaching a Girls on the Run team is a highly rewarding and impactful volunteer activity for the time involved.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Grandview ElementaryAlliance, NE 69301
DATE POSTED
June 16, 2016
SKILLS
- Physical Education
- Child Development
- Mentoring
- Teaching / Instruction
- Sports Coaching
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 40 hours over 15 weeks