Girls on the Run

Be in the know with this season’s details.

Site and coach applications are now open for Fall 2026. See our timeline below for more information.

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2026 Fall Season Details

Check out our timeline below

Overview-Shared

Hello, Bold Heart!

This fall we’re continuing our Bold Heart curriculum. Through evidence-based lessons, girls will learn to:

Boldly share what’s in their hearts
Use their voices—even when they feel uncertain
Encourage others to express ideas and feelings
Build life skills in clear communication, active listening, and conflict resolution

We can’t wait to see the impact it makes on your team!

See the season timeline below.

Registration Details

Registration includes:

10 weeks/20 lessons led by trained coaches
Curriculum materials
Program t-shirt
5K event registration

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Timeline

Now - September 10

We are currently accepting the following for our fall season:
• Site applications
• New coach applications
• Returning coach applications
Date to be announced

Program registration is open for girls.
September 12th

In-Person Coach Training
Required for all new coaches.
Week of September 21

Season Kick-Off
Practice starts this week at your site. (There a two sessions per week.)
Sunday, December 6

Celebratory 5K
We will be participating in a celebratory race to end the season. Family and friends are invited to join! Check out our 5K page for more details.

Registration Fee Guide - GOTR

Program Cost

Registration Type	Cost
Individual Registration	$175
Team Registration (15 girls) - paid by school/site	$2,625

GOTR Austin is committed to offering our programs throughout our community and will work closely with established sites to ensure any youth who wants to participate is able to do so regardless of their family's ability to pay.

Like many after-school enrichment programs, GOTR Austin has a standard registration fee, but offers financial assistance and discounts each season. In some cases, schools pay for all or a portion of the program, thereby allowing students to participate at low to no cost. Email lucy.comstock@girlsontherun.org to inquire about options for your school community or team.

Program fees paid each season assist in providing the following to all GOTR Austin participants:

Seasonal program t-shirt
5K registration, packet and medal
10-week season curriculum and materials
20 social-emotional and physical education lessons, including a community project
Background checks and training for all adults (and youth) supporting GOTR Austin teams

Sliding Scale Program Fees

The program registration fee for Girls on the Run Austin is $175 for the 10-week season. This fee helps cover a portion of the cost of curriculum, supplies, coach training, and program operations.

We recognize that this cost may not be affordable for every family. Families needing financial support may request assistance through our sliding scale model. We ask families to contribute what they are able so that Girls on the Run Austin can continue making the program accessible to every girl who wants to participate.

No girl will be turned away because of financial need.

For questions about registration fees or scholarships, please contact Lucy Comstock, Council Director, at lucy.comstock@girlsontherun.org.

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FAQ

My girl isn't a big runner; is this program for her? OR My girl is already a skilled runner. Is this program for her?

Yes! We are much more than a running program, and every participant can benefit from the experience of building confidence through accomplishment while participating in our rich, curriculum-based and interactive lessons. Expect lots of games, talking, laughing and processing in addition to enjoying physical activity at each practice. And know that when we say run, we mean run, walk, skip, roll or push, just as long as you are moving foward!

What does the program fee include?

Your program registration fee includes 20-lesson curriculum along with all team materials and supplies for the season, plus a seasonal program t-shirt, 5K registration, packet, and finisher's medal.

We can't afford the program registration fee, but our child would love to participate. How does the scholarship program work?

Don't let cost stop you from participating! We are committed to making Girls on the Run Austin accessible to all who want to particpate. Thanks to generous donors and community supporters, program scholarships of $100 are available to any family who needs it. Please email to inquire.

When does the 10-week season begin?

Generally, the fall season takes place September - December and the spring season takes place February - May. Celebratory 5Ks are generally scheduled the first or second weekend of December (fall) and May (spring).

Do girls need to attend both days each week in order to register?

Yes! Since most of our teams fill up quickly, if your girl will be unable to attend all the sessions, please save room for a girl who can, and consider joining us in a future season when she can enjoy the entire program.

Is there a way for me to sponsor a participant for a season?

Yes! As a mission-driven 501(c)3, Girls on the Run relies on generous donors in order to provide program scholarships for families in need. Donate securely on our website. All funds directly support our local council and young girls in the Greater Austin area.