Start a Team

Start a Team

Ready to inspire the next generation to be joyful, healthy and confident? Explore this page to learn how you can start a team at a nearby school or community facility.

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Checklist

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  1. Learn About our Program! Click HERE for information on what GOTR is and its impact or email Katie Joyce.
  2. Get started! Just a few steps to confirm your site!
    • Get approval from your principal
    • Confirm an indoor meeting space/room, outdoor space can be near/around school.
    • Recruit 2 volunteer coaches (mandatory training for both)
    • Let us know your practice days (2 days/week for 90 minutes)
  3. Submit a  Site Application.
  4. Plan and Promote: Send fliers out to your school/PTO/Facebook page!
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Site Liaison/Head Coach Responsibilities

  • Acts as the main contact at the site for Girls on the Run families/participants and Girls on the Run council staff before and throughout the program.
  • This is usually the head coach or administrator who is working with the head coach.
  • Aids in team member recruitment efforts by distributing marketing materials (provided by Girls on the Run) and spreading the word about Girls on the Run throughout the site community and via email using provided digital templates. This helps ensure there is a full team for each season at this location.
  • Offers support to families who need assistance with registration.
  • Helps identify two to four coaches from the community for each team.

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Whether you are new to Girls on the Run or a long-time supporter who is ready to advance our mission and vision, we value your interest in learning more about how to start a team.

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