BRING THE MAGIC TO YOUR CITY
As a walk host, you'll create belonging in your city while becoming more confident, grounded, and connected with every step.
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Now active in 10+ cities with 16,000+ attendees worldwide.
Here's why our hosts love it:
BUILD COMMUNITY
Create a Saturday morning ritual where strangers become friends. Watch people build confidence, find real friends, have "aha" moments, and transform their lives — all because you showed up every Saturday.
GROW AS A LEADER
Hosting is a confidence accelerator. You'll learn to give speeches, set boundaries with ease, navigate hard conversations, and create intentional and soul-nourishing experiences like a pro.
JOIN A GLOBAL NETWORK
Get training, ongoing support, and free access to our private online community The Board. You'll be part of a host network that shares wins, troubleshoots challenges, and cheers each other on every single week.
WHY HOST?
Every Saturday, strangers become friends by walking 5 miles together and having deep conversations.
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"What's your relationship with failure?"
"How do you want to be remembered?"
"When do you feel most alive?"
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You know — the real conversations.
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What started as 8 people in July 2022 has grown into a global movement.
Over 16,000 attendees across 10+ cities (and counting). Zero ads. Pure word-of-mouth magic.
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People road trip from other states to make the walk. They extend flights. They wake up at 3 AM to drive in. They show up in sheets of hail when emergency alerts say "DO NOT LEAVE YOUR HOUSE."
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And here's the thing:
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None of this happens without a host.
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Someone who shows up on Saturday to hold space. Someone who gives the Ground Rules speech that makes everyone exhale. Someone who creates loving conditions for strangers to connect.
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The host creates the magic.​
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And that someone could be you.
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You don't need hosting experience. You don't need a big following. You don't even need to be a morning person (trust me on this one).
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You just need to love people. To believe that meaningful conversations can change lives. And to be willing to show up for something bigger than yourself.
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If you're reading this and feeling that spark — that "this is mine to bring" energy — then maybe you're meant to host The Board Walks in your city.
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THE PROCESS
APPLY
Fill out the application (10+ minutes). We'll learn about you and why you're drawn to this work. We'll have an interview and, if it's a mutual fit, move forward.
GET ORIENTED
Receive onboarding support, step-by-step guides, and all materials you need to thrive. You'll also join our exclusive host channel — so you're never doing this alone.
LAUNCH YOUR WALK
Pick your route, set your date, and start building community. We'll take care of marketing and backend logistics so all you have to do is show up and shine.
THE COMMITMENT
Hosting is an act of devotion.
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When you step into this role, you’re not just organizing a walk.
You’re stewarding a space where connection, trust, and belonging get to take root. That kind of magic doesn’t happen overnight.
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That’s why every new host begins with a 12-week trial commitment — one season of hosting.
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This 12-week season gives you the time and consistency to:
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Grow more confident and embodied as a host
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Allow your city’s community to form real roots
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Build a core group of regulars through weekly presence
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Experience the full arc of what hosting can become
So far, every host has chosen to continue beyond this initial season. Not because they had to, but because they genuinely LOVED the experience and wanted to keep going!
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Think of it as one devoted season of your life.​
During this time, you’ll aim to host on a near-weekly basis. Life happens, of course; if you ever need to skip a week, we’ll support you in canceling or finding a guest host.
At the end of your 12-week season, we’ll pause together to reflect and decide whether to continue.
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We offer this trial season because being "all in" changes things.
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It gives the community in your city a real chance to flourish — and it gives you the opportunity to truly feel what it’s like to lead something meaningful, week after week.​
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FAQs
Is hosting paid, or is this a volunteer role?
Hosting is a volunteer leadership role — something people choose because it feels meaningful, connective, and life-giving. Our hosts are drawn to the personal growth, community impact, and chance opportunities that emerge from leading this walk.
During your time as a host, you’re gifted free access to our private community The Board to connect with fellow hosts and leaders.
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How much time does hosting take?
Most hosts spend 3 hours per week. This includes hosting the Saturday morning walk, light prep using our materials, and a structured post-walk reflection. Hosting gets easier each week because the event's structure doesn't change.
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Do I need to be an expert to host?
Not at all! We provide guidance, structure, and ongoing support so you can grow into the role naturally. A lot of people use this opportunity to grow into their next-level self. Curiosity, presence, and care matter way more than expertise.
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What if attendance is low at first?
That’s completely normal and allows you to get the hang of hosting. Consistency builds momentum, and we’ll support you through the early weeks as your walk finds its rhythm. We take care of marketing through various channels so your chapter reaches awesome people.​
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What happens after the 12-week trial?
We’ll reflect together and decide whether continuing feels aligned — for you and for us. There’s no pressure either way. Many hosts choose to continue because they love the experience, but the decision is mutual.
MEET OUR HOSTS
Every host brings their own flavor to the walk — some are whimsical and twirly, some are grounded and present, some are electric energy bombs.
But they all share one thing: a true love for the human spirit. They create spaces where strangers feel safe enough to share things they've never told their therapist.
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These are the lighthouse keepers. The community builders. The leaders who said, "My city needs this," and decided to make it happen.
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BY THE NUMBERS
16,000+
Attendees since 2022
10+
Cities around the world
350+
5-mile walks hosted
Elle Beecher
Austin, Texas
LETTER FROM THE FOUNDER
​I want to live in a world where every week — no matter what city you're in — you can meet up with a curious crew, walk 5 miles, and have energizing conversations that make you feel alive.
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I hosted The Board Walks in Austin for 3 years. Every Saturday at 8 AM. Over 150 times. (Yes, I am a certified nutball for waking up that early every week.)
Now, I'm thrilled to be leading this global movement and supporting hosts from all over the world as they bring this magic to their cities.
I can't find the words to capture how much hosting The Board Walks changed my life.
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But... let me try:
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I went from feeling socially anxious to socially unstoppable.
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I went from being an enthusiastic guest who had never hosted anything in her life (and didn't plan to)... to hosting 150+ weekly events at 8 AM. As a non-morning person.
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I went from being a perfectionist who agonized over little mistakes... to someone who trusts herself fully and accepts that however I show up is enough. (Major thanks to the Ground Rules speech I gave in front of 50+ people every week.)
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I went from being a people pleaser who often got stuck in situations and conversations I didn't want to be in... to a woman with strong boundaries who does what she wants, in all moments.
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I went from being someone who would regularly avoid conflict, say nothing, and suffer in silence... to a community builder who initiates hard conversations with ease.
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I have never felt more confident, curious, or connected to my community.​ Dozens of people have nicknamed me the mayor of Austin. A recurring quote from walkers is: "You're really doing a public service here. Where can I donate?"
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Being "The Walk Girl" in my city transformed my life.
I'd bet my bottom dollar that it will do the same for you.
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If hosting calls to you... trust the nudge. Throw your hat in the ring.
You're in for a magical ride. ✨​
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Willy Wonka Energy
PROVEN METHOD
350+ walks, all following the same framework. The structure is dialed in, so you don't have to reinvent the wheel. You're plugging into a system that's been refined over 3 years and 16,000+ people.
LIFE-CHANGING IMPACT
People attend 20+ times on average. They quit soul-crushing jobs, find their best friends, and transform their entire lives. You could be the reason someone finds their people — and their purpose.
TRANSFORMATION
Hosting activates parts of you that have been lying dormant. You go from avoiding public speaking to giving speeches to 100+ people like it's nothing. You become unshakable, confident, and magnetic AF.