Codes of Conduct

All members of staff and volunteers agree to:
•    Prioritise the well-being of all children and adults at risk at all times
•    Treat all children and adults at risk fairly and with respect
•    Be a positive role model. Act with integrity, even when no one is looking
•    Help to create a safe and inclusive environment both on and off court
•    Not allow any rough or dangerous behaviour, bullying or the use of bad or inappropriate language
•    Report all allegations of abuse or poor practice to the club Welfare Officer
•    Not use any sanctions that humiliate or harm a child or adult at risk
•    Value and celebrate diversity and make all reasonable efforts to meet individual needs
•    Keep clear boundaries between professional and personal life, including on social media
•    Have the relevant consent from parents/carers, children and adults before taking or using photos and videos
•    Refrain from making physical contact with children or adults unless it is necessary as part of an emergency or congratulatory (e.g. handshake / high five)
•    Refrain from smoking and consuming alcohol during club activities or coaching sessions
•    Ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly outlined and everyone has the required information and training
•    Avoid being alone with a child or adult at risk unless there are exceptional circumstances
•    Refrain from transporting children or adults at risk, unless this is required as part of a club activity (e.g. away match) and there is another adult in the vehicle
•    Not abuse, neglect, harm or discriminate against anyone; or act in a way that may be interpreted as such
•    Not have a relationship with anyone under 18 for whom they are coaching or responsible for
•    Not to have a relationship with anyone over 18 whilst continuing to coach or be responsible for them

All children agree to:
•    Be friendly, supportive and welcoming to other children and adults
•    Play fairly and honestly
•    Respect club staff, volunteers and Officials and accept their decisions
•    Behave, respect and listen to your coach
•    Take care of your equipment and club property
•    Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of age, gender, ability, race, culture, religion or sexual identity
•    Not use bad, inappropriate or racist language, including on social media
•    Not bully, intimidate or harass anyone, including on social media
•    Not smoke, drink alcohol or drugs of any kind on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions or events
•    Talk to the club Welfare Officer about any concerns or worries they have about themselves or others

All adults agree to:
•    Positively reinforce your child and show an interest in their tennis
•    Use appropriate language at all times
•    Be realistic and supportive
•    Never ridicule or admonish a child for making a mistake or losing a match
•    Treat all children, adults, volunteers, coaches, officials and members of staff with respect
•    Behave responsibly at the venue; do not embarrass your child
•    Accept the official’s decisions and do not go on court or interfere with matches 
•    Encourage your child to play by the rules, and teach them that they can only do their best
•    Deliver and collect your child punctually from the venue
•    Ensure your child has appropriate clothing for the weather conditions
•    Ensure that your child understands their code of conduct 
•    Adhere to your venue’s safeguarding policy, diversity and inclusion policy, rules and regulations
•    Provide emergency contact details and any relevant information about your child including medical history