Herne Hill Youth Cycling Club

Parents' code of conduct

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As a parent/carer of a member of the club, you are expected to abide by the
following code by:
• Informing the coach of any specific health requirements or medical conditions of
your child in advance of the coaching session by completion of a Club Membership
form or a Parental Consent form
• Advising the coach if your child has to leave early or is being collected by someone other than a parent/carer, giving details of the arrangement including
who will be collecting your child, when and at what time
• Encouraging your child to learn the rules and play within them
• Discouraging unfair play and arguing with officials
• Helping your child to recognise good performance, not just results
• Setting a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all
• Never punishing or abusing a child for losing or making mistakes
• Publicly accepting officials’ judgments and teaching children to do likewise
• Supporting your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport
• Using correct and proper language at all times
• Remembering that children participate in sport for their enjoyment, not yours
• Supporting all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting activities
• Respecting the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their
gender, ability, disability, cultural background or religion
• Showing appreciation and respect for coaches, officials and administrators. Remember, without them, your child could not participate

 

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