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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  • Hosting a team refers to offering the program to a group of girls at a site near you. This team will be part of our local council, Girls on the Run of South Central WI.
  • Watch this short video to hear from sites and coaches about the power of GOTR! 
  • Review the Site Info Packet, to learn more about hosting a team
  • Designate a Site Liaison to serve as the program contact
  • Secure outdoor practice space that is safe and accessible
  • Secure indoor practice space to be used in the event of severe weather
  • Identify 2 days a week to host 90-minute practices for the season
  • Recruit 3-4 volunteer coaches (all coaches must complete an application, background check, and training before the start of the season)
  • Complete the Spring 2026 Site Application before February 13, 2026
  • After we've received your site application, we'll review it and contact you with the next steps
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Site Liaison Responsibilities

  • Champion the Girls on the Run program at your site and have fun!
  • Complete site application each season
  • Gain approval from site leadership in support of hosting GOTR
  • Secure outdoor space to facilitate practices
  • Secure indoor space to be used in the event of severe weather
  • Identify practice days and times (two days per week for 90 min)
  • Assist in the recruitment of a coaching team (3-4 coaches)
  • Understand the GOTR registration process and assist families when needed
  • Assist in the recruitment of 6-15 kids per team
  • Serve as the point of contact between GOTR, the site, and the coaches
  • The Site Liaison may also serve as a coach, if they choose to do so
  • View our detailed Site Liaison Toolkit

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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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