girls movement program
A new initiative establishing running clubs tailored exclusively for 4th through 8th grade girls as they navigate the crucial transition through middle school.
The Girls Movement is a new FREE program powered by Marathon Kids that is dedicated to empowering girls through running.
Marathon Kids is actively recruiting enthusiastic individuals to lead and mentor a female running club.
Qualifying schools may receive a grant-funded Coach Empowerment Kit which includes a coach stipend!
alarming statistics
Emerging statistics on the physical activity level of young girls paint a troubling picture, emphasizing why the Girls Movement Program is more important than ever.
Girls drop out of sports at twice the rate of boys by age 14.
85% of adolescent girls fail to meet the recommended 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA).
goals of the program
Building on the proven six evidence-based pillars of Marathon Kids, the Girls Movement program is aimed at achieving three key goals.
Confidence Building
Character Development
Cultivate Connection
Facilitate meaningful connections among participants, coaches, and the broader community, creating a supportive network that encourages shared experiences, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
Coach Empowerment Kit
Thanks to the Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation, we are excited to provide a grant-funded Coach Empowerment Kit to awarded schools that includes a Coach stipend.
With the Coach Empowerment Kit, we give you all the necessary tools to start your own running program to get girls moving and motivated.
What does the Coach Empowerment Kit include?
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1 - Mini Tablet
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100 - ID Holders
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1 - Device Cover
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100 - Incentives
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$500 Coach Stipend
Eligibility Requirements for Receiving the Kit
As a new program, the Girls Movement is launching to schools that fit specific criteria at this time.
To apply for the Coach Empowerment Kit and to join the Girls Movement Program, you and your school must satisfy the below requirements to be considered for selection:
School
What
When
Time
How many can participate?
Season Length
Curriculum
Data Reporting
Program Feedback
Impact Statement
The participating school must have a Free Reduced Lunch Status of 65% or higher.
Participating clubs must hold a female running club with girls within grades 4th through 8th.
Clubs must meet before school, after school, and/or during the school day (i.e. an all-girl PE class, recess, club, etc).
Classes or clubs must meet 30-60 minutes at least 1 time a week.
Each program can determine the number of participants allowed to participate. The Coach Empowerment Kit comes with 100 incentives.
A season's start and end date can be flexible, but must fulfill a minimum 8-week season.
Coaches must utilize the Girls Movement curriculum.
Coaches must record laps completed and/or minutes of heart-pumping activities using the Marathon Kids digital platform.
Participants will be asked to complete pre-season and post-season surveys.
Coaches must complete an End of Season Coach Survey to provide feedback, suggestions, and report on the impact of the program.
join the girls movement program!
The Girls Movement Program is sponsored by:
