Camp GOTR

Camp GOTR combines the best of Girls on the Run with all the fun of camp! During this session, incoming 3rd – 5th grade girls will build friendships in a fun and inclusive setting that includes interactive games, being physically active, and expressing creativity through art & crafts and storytelling. Led by caring and qualified Girls on the Run coaches, Camp GOTR provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for girls to develop self-confidence, learn life skills they can use now and as they grow, and have fun with friends.

Current Season Details

Summer 2026 Camp
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Open to all incoming 3rd-5th grade girls!

Camp GOTR is a week-long, half-day camp created to support girls as they grow—physically, socially, and emotionally—through joyful, confidence-building experiences. With an intentionally designed curriculum, girls learn through playful small- and large-group games, movement, interactive workshops, and moments for personal reflection. Along the way, they build life skills and form meaningful, positive connections with peers in a safe and encouraging environment.

If you have questions about the Camp GOTR, please email Darian Brown, Camp Director at darian@GOTRcentralillinois.org or call 217-726-9808.

Springfield Location: Lincoln Land Community College

Click here to register!
Dates: July 13 - July 16, 2026 (Monday - Thursday)
Half-day camp 8:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. (drop off available at 8:00 a.m.)

Thank you to our partner, the Community Education department at Lincoln Land Community College! They are a wonderful resource for non-credit learning activities, with offerings for people of all ages.

Bloomington-Normal Location: Town of Normal Parks & Recreation Community Activity Center

Dates: June 22 - June 26, 2026 (Monday - Friday)
Half-day camp 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Registration opens on Monday, April 6!

Thank you to our partner, Normal Parks & Recreation! They provide citizens and visitors with a clean, safe, and welcoming community that is both environmentally pleasant and fiscally responsible. At the heart of Normal, the Community Activity Center offers a bright, comfortable, and affordable space perfect for family and community celebrations.

Registration Fees

Building confidence and a healthy lifestyle is priceless! However, there are real costs associated with delivering the Camp GOTR program.

Lincoln Land Location Only: Thanks to a grant from the Lumpkin Family Foundation, we're able to provide financial assistance for our Springfield Camp GOTR session. Financial assistance is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. To apply for one of the available Camp GOTR scholarships, please click here to complete our Camp GOTR 2026 Scholarship Application.

Registration is $135 per girl and includes:

Curriculum and lesson handouts
Materials and journal
Camp GOTR t-shirt
Camp GOTR bracelet to commemorate completion of the program
Gamp GOTR waterbottle, and cinch sack
And more fun stuff along the way!

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Bring Camp GOTR to Your School!

Interested in hosting Camp GOTR at your school or site next year? Email Darian at darian@gotrcentralillinois.org to see how we can make that happen!

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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, age-appropriate, interactive lessons. Expect lots of games, talking, laughing and processing in addition to running 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 forward!

Who can participate?

Camp GOTR is open to girls entering 3rd–5th grade and is designed to bring together participants from across many communities. Each camp site serves a minimum of 15 girls, creating a fun, supportive environment where every participant can connect and thrive.

How does Camp GOTR compare to regular Girls on the Run?

Camp GOTR combines the best of Girls on the Run with all the fun of summer camp! Girls who have participated in GOTR before and girls who are brand new to Girls on the Run will enjoy the Camp GOTR activities, games and themes.

Is there a way for me to sponsor a participant for a camp session?

While we don't have direct participant sponsors, as a mission-driven 501(c)(3), Girls on the Run relies on generous donors in order to provide program scholarships so that EVERY girl can participate in Girls on the Run. If you are interested in donating, please see more information here.