RUTHERGLEN AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SWIMMERS

WHY A CODE OF CONDUCT?

The purpose of this document is to outline the conduct of swimmers at training sessions and galas. In order to maintain the Club's reputation as a friendly and disciplined organisation and above all for the safety and well being of all swimmers, all members must agree to abide by this Code of Conduct.

BEHAVIOUR

 

General

·        The Club will not tolerate bullying in any of its forms.

·        Members should have a polite and orderly manner at any time they are representing or associated with Rutherglen Swimming Club.

·        Swimmers who misbehave in the pool may be asked to leave the session. A committee member will be asked to ensure that they remain within the building until collected by a parent or guardian. Under these circumstances swimmers must not join the adjacent public swimming session.

In the water and on poolside, swimmers must:

·        Obey promptly all instructions from the Coaches. This also applies to obeying instructions at galas from team managers and any officials on duty.

·        Behave in a safe and responsible manner.

·        Not use abusive language or act in an aggressive manner.

·        Behave in a "sporting" manner in all races

In changing room, swimmers must:

·        Behave in a responsible and orderly manner in the shower area and the changing rooms, and change as quickly as possible.

·        Respect the property of other swimmers and the pool providers.

On coaches to away galas, swimmers must:

·        Remain seated throughout the journey with seat belts fastened.

·        Not interfere with any safety equipment including alarms, switches, handles, etc.

·        Comply with the instructions of the coach driver.

·        Respect the condition of the coach and place all rubbish in the receptacle at the front of the coach.

ITEMS FORBIDDEN ON POOLSIDE

·        Walkman/computer games – you are there to cheer for your team.

·        Any type of glass – for safety reasons.