Help us see girls grow up to be strong, confident women!
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 12:44PM In the words of coach Lea Flocchini...
"When I signed up as a coach I did so with reservation. I'm not a runner nor a racer, but I wanted to encourage girls to became empowered. It was an honor to inspire them to move out of their personal boxes and push themselves to their own excellence; to encourage them to run or even walk a bit farther than they thought they could; to listen to them share their wisdom and watch them support each other; and, to be there holding their hands as we crossed the finish line of their 5k race.
The "you can do it" spirit of Girls on the Run and it's motto of just keep moving forward seeped into my bones and inspired me to participate in a 1/2 marathon (way out of my personal box) with my own daughter. My experience as a coach was a life-changing gift for me and a reminder that one person can and indeed does make a difference."
Come make a difference! You will be amazed and what you can do and the rewards you will receive! Help girls uncover their potential and challenge themselves to achieve their goals. After-school programs meet twice a week for ten weeks while training to complete a 5k event. Coaches receive training to facilitate the self-esteem building curriculum and become life-changing mentors helping girls experience self-discovery, perseverance and growth. You don't need to be a runner, but only have a desire to make a difference and knowledge of the importance of physical activity.
The Spring season will begin on March 12 and run through May 21 when we culminate with our 5k event. Coaches are needed at our Hemingway, Hailey, Woodside and Bellevue sites, as well as at Wood River Middle School! New coach training will be Saturday, March 3rd from 9 am - 12 pm, or Monday March 5th from 5-8 pm. And an all coach meeting will take place Saturday, March 3 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., or Monday March 5 from 5-8 p.m. Please email mary@girlsontherunwrv.org if you are interested.
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