Halifax Swimming Club

HALIFAX SWIMMING CLUB

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SWIMMERS

As a swimmer I will:

Ø  Agree to abide by the rules of the club

Ø  Be respectful of pool facilities, equipment and other pool users when attending training.  Whenever sharing facilities with the public and in the public eye, I will be expected to behave in a manner that reflects the good name of the Halifax Swimming Club. Bad behaviour may mean that I will be expelled from the club.

Ø  Give full respect to coaches and chaperones.

Ø  Be courteous and respectful to all fellow swimmers.  Bullying in any shape or form will not be tolerated and may result in exclusion of the offender.

Ø  Attend the required number of sessions as determined by the coach.  I will listen to the coach and train to the best of my ability at all times during training.

Ø  Complete all swim and land training sessions as directed by the coach.

Ø  Be on poolside and prepared for the start of each session with all equipment.

Ø  Attend all appropriate meets as specified by the coach.

Ø  Complete a daily logbook in accordance with coaches' instructions.

Ø  Encourage and support all members of the club during training and competition.

Ø  Compete in all entered events unless specified by the coach.

Ø  Not drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes or use illegal substances.

Ø  Not use banned performance enhancing substances.

Ø  Conduct myself in a responsible manner whilst on poolside.

Ø  Show responsible care whilst staying away in accommodation, and ensure consideration is shown to other guests.