Wavepower 2016–19
2.3
Member’s Code of Conduct
General behaviour
1. I will treat all members of, and persons
associated with, the ASA with due dignity
and respect.
2. I will treat everyone equally and never
discriminate against another person associated
with the ASA on any grounds including that of
age, sexual orientation, gender, faith, ethnic
origin or nationality.
3. I understand that the use of inappropriate or
abusive language, bullying, harassment, or
physical violence will not be tolerated and
could result in action being taken through the
disciplinary or child welfare policies.
4. I will display a high standard of behaviour
at all times.
5. I will always report any poor behaviour by
others to an appropriate officer or member
of staff.
6. I will recognise and celebrate the good
performance and success of fellow club and
team members.
7. I will respect the privacy of others, especially in
the use of changing facilities.
Training
1. I will treat my coach and fellow members
with respect.
2. I will make my coach aware if I have difficulties
in attending training sessions as per the rules
laid down for my squad.
3. I will arrive in good time on poolside before the
training session starts to complete poolside
warm up as directed by my coach.
4. I understand that if I arrive late, I must report to
my coach before entering the pool.
5. I will ensure that I have all of my equipment
with me, e.g. paddles, kick boards, hats,
goggles, etc.
6. If I need to leave the pool for any reason during
training, I will inform my coach before doing so.
7. I will listen to what my coach is telling me at all
times and obey any instructions given.
8. I will always swim to the wall as I would do in a
race, and I will practice turns as instructed.
9. I will not stop and stand in the lane, or obstruct
others from completing their training.
10. I will not pull on the ropes as this may injure
other members.
11. I will not skip lengths or sets – to do so means I
would only be cheating myself.
12. I will think about what I am doing during
training, and if I have any problems, I will
discuss them with my coach at an
appropriate time.
13. If I have any problems with the behaviour of
fellow members, I will report them at the time
to an appropriate adult.
Competitions
1. At competitions, whether they be open meets,
national events or club galas, I will always
behave in a manner that shows respect to my
coach, the officers, my team mates and the
members of all competing organisations.
2. I understand that I will be required to attend
events and galas that the Chief Coach has
entered/selected me for, unless agreed
otherwise by prior arrangement with the
relevant official and coach.
3. I understand that I must wear appropriate
swimwear, tracksuits, T-shirts/shorts and hats
as per the rules laid down by the organisation.
4. I will report to my coach and/or team manager
on arrival on poolside.
5. I will warm up before the event as directed by
the coach in charge on that day and ensure I
fully prepare myself for the race.
6. I will be part of the team. This means I will stay
with the team on poolside.
7. If I have to leave poolside for any reason, I will
inform, and in some cases, get the consent of
the team manager/coach before doing so.
8. After my race, I will report to my coach
for feedback.
9. I will support my team mates. Everyone likes
to be supported and they will be supporting me
in return.
10. I will swim down after the race if possible, as
advised by my coach.
11. My behaviour in the swim down facility must
be appropriate and respectful to other users
at all times.
12. I will never leave an event until either the gala is
complete or I have the explicit agreement of the
coach or team manager.
Parent’s Code of Conduct
1. I will complete and return the Medical
Information Form as requested by the
organisation and provide details of any health
conditions/concerns relevant to my child on the
consent form. I will report any changes in the
state of my child’s health to the coach prior to
training sessions or events. I will ensure that the
organisation has up-to-date contact details
for me and for any alternative person(s)
as required.
2. I will deliver and collect my child punctually to
and from training sessions/events. I will inform
a member of the committee or coaching
staff if there is an unavoidable problem.
If the organisation changes my child’s lane
and/or changing times, I will remember that
the change is to provide appropriate levels
of training and to enable my child to progress,
and I should therefore support and encourage
this at all times.
3. I will ensure my child is properly and
adequately attired for the training session/
events including all mandatory equipment,
e.g. hats, goggles, etc.
4. I will inform the coach/welfare officer before a
session if my child is to be collected early from a
training session/event and if so, by whom.
5. I will encourage my child to obey the rules and
teach them that they can only do their best.
6. I will behave responsibly as a spectator during
training/events and treat members, coaches,
committee members and other parents of
members of both my child’s organisation and
any other organisation with due respect, in
accordance with the ASA commitment
to equality and diversity.
7. I will not use inappropriate language within the
organisation environment.
8. I will show appreciation and support my child
and all the team members.
9. I will ensure my child’s needs are met in terms
of nutrition and I will listen to advice given from
the coach/nutritionist.
10. I will support the coach and committee
appropriately and raise any concerns I may
have in an appropriate manner to the
welfare officer.
11. I will not enter poolside unless requested to do
so or in an emergency.
12. If I wish to have a discussion with the coach, I
will check with the welfare officer as to how this
can be arranged.
13. Most of all, I will help my child to enjoy the sport
and to achieve to the best of their ability.
The organisation will:
1. Inform you at once if your child becomes ill and
will ensure their wellbeing until you are able to
collect him/her.
2. Ensure good child safeguarding guidelines are
followed at all times to keep your child safe.
3. Ensure all activities are properly supervised/
taught/coached and that consent is obtained
for any activity outside of that previously
agreed.
You have a right to:
1. Make a complaint to the organisation if you
feel the organisation or a member of the
organisation is not acting appropriately or in
accordance with ASA/organisation rules and
regulations. Details of how to do this can be
obtained from the welfare officer.
2. Make a complaint on behalf of your child to the
ASA Office of Judicial Administration.