- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
Be a Buddy-a Running Buddy, that is!
ORGANIZATION: HEART OF MISSOURI GIRLS ON THE RUN
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
What is a Running Buddy?
A Girls on the Run(r) Running Buddy must possess a passion for and commitment to improving the lives and opportunities of girls in third through eighth grades. The Girls on the Run program provides a safe and interactive way to learn about healthy living which includes an introduction and education on important topics such as goal-setting, cooperation, healthy decision-making, and self-respect, while training for a 5K event. The innovative curriculum teaches girls to listen and open up while also encouraging them to commit to a healthy lifestyle, and harness the inner strength that they possess. Our important mission is accomplished by giving girls the tools to make positive choices for a healthy body and mind, while reducing the many risks they face today.
The Running Buddy acts as a personal cheerleader for a Girls on the Run participant by attending the practice 5k and the end of season Celebration 5k. The Running Buddy completes the 5k with their girl buddy and expresses support and enthusiasm for her accomplishment! Depending on the needs, Running Buddies may be paired with one girl, with a small group of 2 or 3 girls, or they may be asked to run alongside the group to encourage and support the girls.
What Do I Have to Do?
- Be a positive role model for the girls
- Attend the practice 5k* at your buddy’s site
- Run with your buddy(s) in the end of season Celebration 5k race/walk
What is the Time Commitment?
- 1-2 hours at the practice 5k* and 1-3 hours at the Celebration 5k April 29 th
Where Do I Sign Up?
- www.heartofmissourigirlsontherun.org
*Dates/times vary by site, all are the week of April 10 th. See the online application for details.
Questions? Contact Christina at Christina.Torbet@girlsontherun.org or call our office at 573-246-0884
www.heartofmissourigirlsontherun.org
More opportunities with HEART OF MISSOURI GIRLS ON THE RUN
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About HEART OF MISSOURI GIRLS ON THE RUN
Location:
3512 I 70 Dr. SE, Box 1, COLUMBIA, MO 65205, US
Mission Statement
We inspire 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 5th grade participate in an after-school program and lessons that 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.
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
1900 Blude Ridge BoulevardBear Creek Trail at Albert Oakland ParkColumbia, MO 65202
DATE POSTED
March 22, 2017
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Outdoor Recreation
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 2 hours
- Must be able to run or walk 3.1 miles