Girls on the Run® is an after school program that uses the power of running to help prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Through interactive activities such as running, playing games, and discussing important issues, participants learn how to celebrate being girls.  The program focuses on building self-esteem and improving emotional and physical health.  During the 12 week program girls are empowered with a greater self-awareness, a sense of achievement and a foundation in team building to help them become strong, contented and self confident young women.

Each session is led by trained female coaches that guide and mentor girls trough a fun and uplifting curriculum. Coaches teach specific life lessons such as dealing with body image and the media, resisting peer-pressure, making health decisions, and contributing to the community.  Along the way, the girls train together to walk or run in a 5K (3.1 mile) event (also together).

Our goal is to EMPOWER all girls to...

• have a strong sense of identity
• give and receive support from a group
• stand up for themselves in a health manner
• have a healthy body image
• understand their importance in the community
• complete a 5K run/walk event

New 12 week sessions begin on February 11th!

Ages: 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade girls

Cost: $135.00 (scholarships are available for qualified applicants)

What to wear & bring: Comfortable clothing, tennis shoes and water bottle.

Locations:

Snacks: A healthy snack will be provided at each class

Registration: Class size is limited to 15 girls per location

Download a Registration Form

Registration forms should be returned to Spartanburg County Parks and Recreation Commission, 9039 Fairforest Road, Spartanburg, SC 29301, along with your registration fee (checks should be made out to SCPRC).  Scholarship recipients will be selected based on family income noted on the registration form.

Scholarship Application

 2008 Spring Registration Form

For more information:

Gayle Crabtree
Director of Recreation
864-595-5356
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Laura Henthorn
Fund Development/Spartanburg County GOTR Council Management
864-574-9542
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Kim Stravolo
Financial Officer/Spartanburg County GOTR Events Coordinator
864-574-1438
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