Codes of conduct for club officials and volunteers

The essence of good conduct and practice is summarised below.

All volunteers must:

· Consider the wellbeing and safety of participants before the development of performance.

· Develop an appropriate working relationship with players, based on mutual trust and respect.

· Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.

· Promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play)

· Display consistently high standards of behaviour.

· Follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the club.

· Hold the appropriate, valid qualifications and insurance cover.

· Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.

· Never condone rule violations, rough play or the use of prohibitive substances.

Code of conduct for Parents

Spectators are requested to set a good example to the young players. Remember the age group of players taking part.

Parents Code

· Foster enthusiastic participation.

· Do not force an unwilling child to play.

· Children learn best by example. Always applaud good play by either team.

· Always encourage your child to play by the laws of the game.

· Never scold or ridicule a child for making a mistake during the game.

· Never intimidate opposing team / spectators.

· Do not encroach onto the field of play.

· Teach your child that honest effort is as important as victory, so defeat is less disappointing.

· Encourage respect for referees and line judges. Do not publicly question decisions or honesty.

· Appreciate the value and importance of volunteers, coaches and referees. They give up their time and resources to provide Rugby for your child.