Where we refer to 'parents' we mean parents and carers inclusively. The term 'children' or 'child' describes any person under the age of 18.

 

 

As a young person taking part in our club or activity, we would like you to follow this guidance to make sure you are able to participate in your sport or activity safely.

 

 

The essentials

✓ Keep yourself safe by listening to your coach or trainer, behaving responsibly and speak out when something is not right

✓ When you are with us, stay in the places where you are supposed to, do not wander off or leave without telling a member of staff

✓ Take care of our equipment and premises as if they were your own

✓ Make it to practices or sessions on time and if you are running late, let a member of staf know

✓ Bring the right kit to practice and wear appropriate kit for the weather

✓ Not smoke or consume alcohol on our premises or during practices, competitions or when representing us

✓ Be aware there may be members of the public & other clubs using the track and facilities at the same time as the academy

 

Behaviour

✓ Respect and celebrate differences in our club or activity and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of gender, race, sexual orientation, or ability

✓ Report any incidents of bullying, to a member of staff, even if you are just a witness

✓ Treat other young people with respect and appreciate that everyone has different levels of skill and talent

✓ Make our club or activity a welcoming and friendly place to be

✓ Support and encourage your teammates. Tell them when they have done well and be there for them when they are struggling

✓ Respect our staff, and the staff and young persons from other teams

✓ Be a good sport, celebrate when we win and be gracious when we lose

✓ Play by the rules and have fun

✓ Follow our online safety and internet use policies

✓ Get involved in club or activity decisions, it is your sport too

 

 

 

As a young person taking part, we understand you have the right to:

 

 

✓ Enjoy the time you spend with us and know that you are safe

✓ Be told who you can talk to if something is not right

✓ Be listened to

✓ Be included

✓ Be involved and contribute towards decisions within the club or activity

✓ Be respected by us and other team members and be treated fairly

✓ Feel welcomed, valued, and not judged based on your race, gender, sexuality, or ability

✓ Be encouraged and develop skills with our help

✓ Be looked after if there is an accident or injury and have your parents informed if needed

 

We expect all young people to follow the behaviours and requests set out in this code. If any young person behaves in a way which contradicts any of the points set out above, we will address the problem straight away with parent's involvement and aim to resolve the issue.

 

Continued issues and repeated breaches of this code may result in us regrettably asking you to leave the activity, event, or club permanently, for the welfare of other young people and our staff. This is something we never want to do.