To ensure fair play and to make sure that everyone connected with the Athletic Club (athletes, parents/representatives of athletes/officials/Volunteers) know what is expected of them whilst representing us, we have codes of conduct that we would expect everyone to adhere to. If you are serious about your role within the club, make sure that you are familiar with the code of conduct relating to you. If you're serious about succeeding, you'll be serious about the codes of conduct.

Code of Conduct for athletes

• Arrive for training and events in good time to prepare thoroughly.
• Turn up with appropriate kit for the activity.
• Play for fun and enjoyment - not just to please your parents and /or coach.
• Learn and participate by the rules.
• Do not argue with the officials and/or the coach - use your energies for performing better.
• Recognise and applaud all good performances.
• Be a good sport - win with modesty, lose with dignity.
• Respect other people - treat them as you would wish to be treated.
• Co-operate with coach, fellow athletes and opponents.
• Think about improving your skills after training and competition.
• Inform the coach of any injury as soon as possible.
• Inform the coach if you need to leave the site early.
  

Code of conduct for club officials and volunteers.

The essence of good ethical conduct and practice is summarised below. All volunteers must:

• Consider the well-being and safety of athletes before the development of performance.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with athletes, based on mutual trust and respect.
• Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.
• Promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play, teamwork).
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance.
• Follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the club.
• Hold the appropriate, valid qualifications and insurance cover.
• Never exert undue influence over athletes to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• Never condone rule violations, unacceptable behaviour or the use of prohibitive substances.

Code of conduct for parents.

• Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them
• Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials
• Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results
• Never force your child to take part in sport
• Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all
• Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes
• Publicly accept officials' judgements
• Support your child's involvement and help them enjoy their sport
• Use correct and proper language at all times