Coaches and Volunteers

Code of Conduct

• Consider the well-being and safety of participants before the development on performance.
• Comply with the codes, rules and laws in the guidelines set out by the Amateur Swimming Association (ASA).
• Recognise and abide by the Club rules and Equity policy.
• Encourage all swimmers to obey the spirit of the rules and ASA laws in and out of the pool.
• Treat other competitors and teams with respect in victory and defeat. Help the swimmers to recognise good performance, not just results.
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour, hygiene and appearance.
• Observe the authority and decisions of the coach and all officials.
• Never ridicule or shout at a swimmer for making a mistake or losing a competition.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with swimmers based on mutual trust and respect.
• Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.
• Promote good sportsmanship and the positive aspects of swimming.
• Hold appropriate valid qualification and insurance cover and be able to present them on request.
• Treat all personal information about individual members as confidential except in exceptional circumstances regarding health and safety, medical requirements, disciplinary action or in accordance with the ASA child protection procedures and guidelines.
• Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.
• Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibitive substances.
• Do not drink alcohol, smoke or take drugs either before or during coaching sessions or competitions.

Adopted by the Committee of Rushden Swimming Club

3rd April 2008