Codes of Conduct

This page contains three different codes of conduct.

For parents and guardians

As a registered Swim England Member, and parent/guardian of a Member (under 18 years of age) at the Club, or a parent/guardian of a Club Member (under 18 years of age) but not a registered Swim England Member yourself, you are required to agree to this code of conduct.

As a parent/guardian of a club member we understand you have the right to:

  1. Be assured that your child is safeguarded at all times during activity with the club.
  2. Know who the Welfare Officer(s) is/are and how to contact them.
  3. Be informed of Wavepower and appropriate safeguarding and welfare reporting procedures.
  4. Know that any concerns about your child’s welfare will be listened to and responded to.
  5. Know that anyone training or looking after your child at a club activity has the appropriate qualifications, checks and training.
  6. Be informed of any problems or concerns relating to your child raised by their coach.
  7. Know how to access the club policies, rules and procedures including the club complaints process and who to contact.
  8. Provide your consent or otherwise for photography and trips away.

As a parent/guardian of a Club Member (under 18 years of age) we expect you to:

  • Make sure your child has the right kit for training and competitions.
  • Ensure your child arrives to sessions on time and is picked up promptly.
  • Let the club know if you’re running late to collect your child, if your child is going home with someone else or you have made alternative arrangements.
  • Complete all consent, contact and medical forms and update us straight away if anything changes.
  • Respect the decisions made by your child’s coach or teacher but understand you have the right to raise any concerns regarding your child. We will arrange a mutually convenient time so you can talk to us.
  • Remember that children get a wide range of benefits from participating in one of our sports, including making friends, having regular exercise and developing new skills. It’s not all about winning.
  • Not enter poolside or interrupt training or competitions unless in an emergency situation.
  • Talk to your child and ensure they understand the rules of the club and the sport.
  • Ensure your child understands the Athlete Code of Conduct.

Behaviour

We expect certain standards of behaviour from all club members as well as parents/guardians/grandparents. By agreeing to this Code of Conduct you agree to:

  • Behave positively as a spectator at training or competitions and treat others with respect.
  • Give encouragement to your child and tell them when they’ve done well and provide support when they are struggling.
  • Respect and celebrate differences in the club and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of gender, race, sexual orientation, faith, ability, or any other relevant characteristic.
  • Respect anyone competing for other teams at competitions.
  • Respect all volunteers, committee members, coaches and teachers at the club.
  • Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated at the club.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee and any behaviour which may be a criminal offence will be reported to Police and any other relevant authority, by the club.

For swimmers (under 18)

This code is something that you as an athlete should refer to in relation to your rights as an athlete, the respect you should expect but also that which you demonstrate to other members, what is expected of you in terms of listening and being listened to and your behaviour as a member of the club.

As a member of our club, we understand you have the right to:
  1. Enjoy the time you spend with us and know that you are safe.
  2. Be told who you can talk to if something’s not right.
  3. Be listened to.
  4. Be involved and contribute towards decisions within the club or activity.
  5. Be respected and treated fairly by every member of the club.
  6. Feel welcomed, valued and not judged based on your race, gender, sexuality, faith, ability or any other relevant characteristic.
  7. Be encouraged and developed with our help and support.
  8. Be looked after if there’s an accident or injury and have your parents/guardians/emergency contact informed, where appropriate.
As a member of our club or activity we expect you to:
  1. Be aware of Wavepower and adhere to relevant guidance.
  2. Adhere to the Swim England regulations, Code of Ethics, Club Constitution and rules.
  3. Listen to your coach or teacher, behave responsibly and speak out when something isn’t right.
  4. Never leave the premises (at either training or a competition) without agreeing it with your coach, teacher or team manager first. This is just as important for our adult members as well as those under 18.
  5. Make it to training and competitions on time and if you’re running late, let a member of the club know.
  6. Make your coach or teacher aware if you have any difficulties attending training or competitions.
  7. Bring the right kit to training and competitions.
  8. Take care of our equipment and premises as if they were your own.
  9. Support and encourage your team mates.
  10. Respect volunteers and competitors at competitions.
  11. Respect the committee members, coaching and teaching team and volunteer helpers at all times.
  12. Get involved in club decisions, it’s your sport too.
Behaviour

We expect certain standards of behaviour from our members. By becoming a member of the club and therefore agreeing to this Code of Conduct you agree to:

  1. Make our club and activity a fun, happy, friendly and welcoming place to be.
  2. Follow the rules of the club, squad or activity at all times.
  3. Respect and celebrate differences in the club and you will not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, faith, ability, or any other relevant characteristic.
  4. Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated by the club.
  5. Respect the privacy of others especially in the changing rooms.
  6. Not use any mobile device, at any time, in the changing areas.
  7. Not use any mobile device poolside without the express permission of coaches.
  8. Report any concerns you have about others taking photographs or footage of others in the changing rooms or poolside.
  9. Report any incidents of bullying or unacceptable behaviour to the welfare officer, even if you’re just a witness.
  10. Treat other swimmers with respect and appreciate that everyone has a different level of skill or talent.
  11. Support and encourage your team mates, tell them when they’ve done well and be there for them when they are struggling.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee and any behaviour which may be a criminal offence will be reported to Police and any other relevant authority, by the club.

For swimmers (18 and over)

d expect but also that which you demonstrate to other members, what is expected of you in terms of listening and being listened to and your behaviour as a member of the club.

As a member of our club, we understand you have the right to:
  1. Enjoy the time you spend with us and know that you are safe.
  2. Be told who you can talk to if something’s not right.
  3. Be listened to.
  4. Be involved and contribute towards decisions within the club or activity.
  5. Be respected and treated fairly by every member of the club.
  6. Feel welcomed, valued and not judged based on your race, gender, sexuality, faith, ability or any other relevant characteristic.
  7. Be encouraged and developed with our help and support.
  8. Be looked after if there’s an accident or injury and have your emergency contact/next of kin informed, where appropriate.
As a member of our club or activity we expect you to:
  1. Be aware of Wavepower and adhere to relevant guidance.
  2. Adhere to the Swim England regulations, Code of Ethics, Club Constitution and rules.
  3. Respect your coach or teacher, behave responsibly and speak out when something isn’t right.
  4. Let someone know if you are leaving the premises (at either training or a competition).
  5. Let someone know if you’re running late at a competition where it may impact other members.
  6. Let someone know if you have any difficulties attending training or competitions.
  7. Support and encourage your team mates.
  8. Respect volunteers and competitors at competitions.
  9. Respect the committee members, coaching and teaching team and volunteer helpers at all times.
  10. Get involved in club decisions, it’s your sport too.
Behaviour

We expect certain standards of behaviour from our members. By becoming a member of the club and therefore agreeing to this Code of Conduct you agree to:

  1. Make our club and activity a fun, happy, friendly and welcoming place to be.
  2. Follow the rules of the club, squad or activity at all times.
  3. Respect and celebrate differences in the club and you will not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, faith, ability, or any other relevant characteristic.
  4. Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence will not be tolerated by the club.
  5. Respect the privacy of others especially in the changing rooms.
  6. Not use any mobile device, at any time, in the changing areas.
  7. Not use any mobile device poolside without the express permission of coaches.
  8. Report any concerns you have about others taking photographs or footage of others in the changing rooms or poolside.
  9. Report any incidents of bullying or unacceptable behaviour to the welfare officer, even if you’re just a witness.
  10. Treat other swimmers with respect and appreciate that everyone has a different level of skill or talent.
  11. Support and encourage your team mates, tell them when they’ve done well and be there for them when they are struggling.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct will result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee and any behaviour which may be a criminal offence will be reported to Police and any other relevant authority,