Club Code of Conduct applies to British Canoeing and its Home Nation Associations.

Purpose:

It is the policy of: Wombourne Kayak Club that all paddlers, volunteers, coaches, and parents show respect and understanding for each other and conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of the Club.

The aim is for all paddlers to improve performance and have fun. Everyone involved in the Club should abide by the Club Rules and Policies.

All junior members are asked to always abide by the following rules:

• Co-operate fully, respecting all requests and decisions made by the coaches, helpers, officials, and administrators.
• Be on time for training sessions and events or inform your coach if you are going to be late.
• Control your temper and avoid behaviour which may affect or upset others.
• Be considerate and respectful to other paddlers and water users – treat others as you would want to be treated.
• Wear suitable kit for paddling as agreed with your coach.
• Take care of all property belonging to the club or any club member and be responsible for caring for your own equipment and clothing.
• Not to leave sessions without the permission of the coach or leader.
• If you have been given permission by your parent to be on the WhatsApp group you must practice good internet safety. If you receive private messages from any member of the club let your parent/guardian and the safeguarding officer or another member of the committee know. Please do not initiate private conversations using other member’s phone numbers found on whatsapp.

Junior members are not allowed to smoke, consume alcohol or drugs of any kind whilst on club activities or representing the club at events.

By sending this form I agree to abide by these codes of conduct as a junior paddler.