As a young athlete, I will respect the code of conduct and I will:- be friendly and supportive to other athletes
- keep myself safe
- tell my coach if I am ill or injured
- report inappropriate behaviour or risky situations to an adult
- compete fairly and respect other athletes and officials
- respect the rules of my club
- behave and listen to all instructions from my coach and officials
- take care of equipment owned or provided by the club or training facility
- not use bad language or take part in inappropriate or illegal behaviour
- not bully anyone or pressure them to do things they do not want to, including online
- in no way undermine, put down or belittle other athletes, coaches or practitioners
- keep to agreed timings for all club activities
- tell my parents/carers where I am or if I’m going to be late
- not use my mobile phone during training, competitions or in changing rooms
- not carry or consume alcohol or illegal substances while training or competing in athletics
- use safe transport or travel arrangements.
BREACH OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT
I understand that if I do not follow the code, action can be taken by my club and I may:
- be asked to apologise for my behaviour
- receive a verbal warning from my coach
- receive a verbal or written warning from the club committee
- be suspended from attending club training sessions
- be suspended or required to leave the club.
Additionally, my club will always tell my parents/carers if I breach the code of conduct.
