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Girls on the Run of Catawba Valley volunteers are a diverse group of dynamic women, including teachers, athletes, parents, and business people. You don't need to be a runner to be a role model or to help build this organization. All positions are volunteer based, and all volunteers must submit to a criminal background check. If you are interested please contact us.

Girls on the Run Coach

Offers the most interaction with the incredible girls who participate in Girls on the Run. Each coach possesses great enthusiasm, strong character, and the joyful spirit necessary to serve girls effectively. All share the desire to work with girls from different races, cultures, and social and economic backgrounds. Each coach helps to prepare each girl for a healthy adolescence and adulthood. Coaches participate in a thorough training session and submit to a criminal background check before leading a Girls on the Run program. A number of coaches are trained and certified in CPR and First Aid. All head coaches must attend a 4 hour GOTR training session.

Requires a commitment of 3-4 hours per week for 10-12 weeks. Coaches meet with their group twice a week for 60-90 minutes. Each program has a minimum of two coaches at each lesson and coaches share the coaching responsibilities. Coaches also participate in the season-end 5K. This coaching commitment must not be taken lightly. Consistency is extremely important to our girls, therefore you must be able to attend practices 2x a week for the entire season. We suggest if you anticipate missing more than two practices that you sign up to be a substitute or backup helper.

Running Buddy Program

Be the inspiration to a young girl and help her cross the finish line of her first 5K. The job of a running buddy is to be by her side for this fun and exciting experience. That means running or walking at her pace, encouraging her to do her best, but also recognizing and respecting her limits. The girls do a practice 5K at their program site to gear up for the main event.

Race Committee

Help plan our special Graduation 5k Run for the amazing girls that make up Girls on the Run!