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7 people are interested
Girls on the Run Coach - Valrico
ORGANIZATION: Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay
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7 people are interested
Warm-up your spirit fingers, lace up your sneakers and inspire a group of girls to be strong and healthy! We are looking for Volunteer Coaches to facilitate our easy to follow curriculum with groups of girls over the course of 10 weeks.
Amidst the conversation, laughter, hugs and energy awards, you will witness transformational change in the girls and don’t be surprised if you realize that you are positively changing as well! The program may end in 10 weeks, but for our coaches and girls, the finish line is just the beginning.
Coach 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 Council Director and entails approximately 4 hours per week with additional time required on two to three weekend days for: training; a community race event; and for First Aid/CPR training, if necessary.
Major responsibilities include: preparing, organizing, and supervising the weekly lessons; leading the program participants through each lesson; serving as a role model and mentor; coaching program participants on proper stretching, running form, hydration and sports nutrition; attending a community running race with program participants and other volunteers; attending 1 Mid Season Coach Appreciation Meeting; interacting with parents of program participants; and understanding and believing in the mission of the organization and program.
The YMCA Campo team will meet twice per week for 75 minutes each sesssion starting the week of 9/24 and ending with 5k on 12/9; schedule TBD.
Coaches Training is 8/19.
More opportunities with Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay
Location:
2519 N McMullen Booth, Suite 510145, Clearwater, FL 33761, US
Mission Statement
Girls on the Run Greater Tampa Bay inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.
Description
Over a period of 10 weeks, girls in the 3rd through 8th grade participate in an after-school program like no other. Designed to allow every girl to recognize her inner strength, the Girls on the Run curriculum inspires girls to define their lives on their own terms. Throughout the season, the girls make new friends, build their confidence and celebrate all that makes them unique.
The Girls on the Run lessons encourage positive emotional, social, mental and physical development. Participants explore and discuss their own beliefs around experiences and challenges girls face at this age. They also develop important strategies and skills to help them navigate life experiences. We start with helping the girls get a better understanding of who they are and what’s important to them. Then, we look at the importance of team work and healthy relationships. And, finally, the girls explore how they can positively connect with and shape the world.
Physical activity is woven into our program to inspire an appreciation of fitness and to build habits that lead to a lifetime of health. At the end of each three month session, the girls participate in a Girls on the Run 5K event. This celebratory, non-competitive event is the culminating experience of the curriculum. Completing the 5K gives the girls a tangible understanding of the confidence that comes through accomplishment as well as a framework for setting and achieving life goals. Crossing the finish line is a defining moment when the girls realize that even the seemingly impossible IS possible.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
3414 Culbreath RdValrico, FL 33596
DATE POSTED
July 29, 2017
SKILLS
- Coaching
- Child Development
- Sports Coaching
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 4-5 Hours per week
- Training provided by Girls on the Run