THEY CALL ME COACH

Girls on the Run coaches are trained volunteers who lead a team of participants through a season of powerful and fun lessons. You do not need to be a runner; you simply need to have a desire to support and encourage the next generation. Coaches receive all the tools and support they need and find that they get as much out of coaching as they give.

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The 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 entails approximately two to four hours per week for a 8-week commitment.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Coaches need not be runners
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Complete the YMCA volunteer application
  • Must consent to and complete a background check
  • Complete online and in person coach training
  • Get ready to HAVE FUN and make an IMPACT! 
     

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Get to know and understand your co-coaches to better serve your team
  • Have fun while serving as a role model for program participants
  • Review, prepare and supervise daily lessons (curriculum provided by Girls on the Run)
  • Collaborate with other coaches for successful lesson delivery
  • Commit to 8 weeks of practice plus the Celebration 5K (June 7) 

SEASON DETAILS

  • Spring 2025 practices will start the week of April 14
  • The end of season Celebration 5K will be on Saturday, June 8th at Lake Padden at 9am
  • Coach Applications for Spring 2025 are now open
  • New Coach Training information will be sent to coach applicants via email

 

BENEFITS OF COACHING

  • A 50 percent discount on your child’s program registration fee
  • A guaranteed spot in the program for your child
  • Support throughout the season from the Girls on the Run staff 
  • The opportunity to help transform and strengthen the next generation
  • Other fun surprises along the way! 

HOW DO I SIGN UP

Contact Tifanie at ttreter@whatcomymca.org or by calling 360 255 0517

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VOLUNTEER AT THE 5K

Our 5K at the end of each Girls on the Run season is a BIG event and takes many hands to make it successful.  We need help with set-up, registration, Happy Hair Station, refreshments, course monitoring and take-down.  Join us and be part of this inspiring and joyful event!

Contact Sharon Stone at sstone@whatcomymca.org to volunteer!