Code of Conduct

Codes of Conduct for Athletes:
  • Compete for the ‘fun of it’.  Be a good sport and a keen yet friendly competitor
  • Play by the rules. The rules of competition ensure a safe and equal footing for all competitors.
  • Never argue with the volunteers running events. Be respectful and obedient to all volunteers. Without them we would not have a competition. To hear “thank you” means a lot to our helpers.
  • Be a good sport. Cheer other athletes when they perform and try to shake hands with your fellow competitors at the end of an event.
  • Never put down another person. Do not ridicule others either in their performance or personal appearance.
  • Never threaten or use violence against another person. Verbal abuse/provocation of athletes, volunteers or spectators is not acceptable.
  • Rude and / or inappropriate gestures or language will not be tolerated.
  • Listen for your events to be called. Be quick to your marshalling area. This makes it a lot easier for volunteers to get your events underway as quickly as possible.  Once called, events will not be held up waiting for the athlete, unless there is a clash of events and the Arena Manager has been informed.
  • Wear your club colours with pride. When you wear your uniform you represent the Centre. Be proud of who you are
Codes of Conduct for Parents & Spectators:
  • Remember children participate in sport for their enjoyment not yours.
  • Encourage children to participate, do not force them.
  • Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
  • Influence children to always play by the rules and to settle disagreements without resorting to hostility, violence or abuse.
  • Never ridicule or yell abuse at a child for making a mistake or losing at competition.
  • Never threaten or use violence against another person. Verbal abuse/provocation of athletes, volunteers or spectators is not acceptable.
  • Respect officials’ decisions and teach children to do likewise.
  • Show appreciation to and join in as a volunteer. Without them your child would not be able to compete.
  • Respect the rights dignity and worth off everyone regardless of their gender, ability and cultural or religious background.
  • Applaud the performance and efforts of all athletes.

Breaching the codes is not acceptable and may result in penalties in accordance with our policies.