Code of Conduct

Code of Ethics Principle Statement:

Sporting integrity is based on the acceptance of rules, fairness, equality, respect for others, moral conduct and a sense of what is right. Scottish sports goal is to create a sporting environment where violence, breaking the rules, abuse of drugs, lack of fair play and other unethical behaviours are unacceptable.

GASC objective:

The Club is committed to the promotion of excellence in swimming and the fostering of a sense of individual achievement and sporting fairness within a competitive yet supportive environment. The following codes of conduct are designed to assist in the achievement of this objective.

Swimmers Code of Conduct

All swimmers in squads and teaching blocks are expected to:

• Support the code of ethics principle statement.
• Behave with respect to others including coaches, volunteers and swimmers, at all times.
• Respect the privacy of all others whilst in the changing areas and toilet areas at any swimming pool.
• Treat all others how you would like to be treated, with integrity and fairness.
• Be punctual for training sessions and gala warm-ups.
• Always train and compete to the best of your ability
• Listen to the instructions from the coaches/ teaching staff.
• Communicate openly, honestly and politely with coaches, volunteers and other swimmers.
• Support and encourage fellow swimmers and give total commitment to GASC.
• Not to be under the influence of alcohol, drugs or abusive substances.

Parents Code of Conduct

We expect all parents and carers to follow this Code of Conduct.

1. Support your swimmer. Encourage your child in their swimming and help them follow the Swimmers’ Code of Conduct.
2. Treat others fairly and with respect. Be considerate of other swimmers, families and everyone involved in Club activities.
3. Arrive and collect on time. Drop off and collect your child punctually for training sessions and galas.
4. Be courteous. Treat coaches, volunteers and all Club members with courtesy and respect. Verbal abuse, humiliation and intimidation are unacceptable.
5. Keep your child’s details up to date. Complete the annual records update and tell the Membership Secretary promptly about any changes to contact or medical information. Make sure coaches are aware of any illness, injury or medication that may affect your child’s participation.
6. Pay fees on time. Squad fees are paid monthly through TeamUnify. Pay gala entry fees before your child competes.
7. Follow poolside access rules. Only enter poolside if you have the required Scottish Swimming PVG and Child Wellbeing and Protection in Sport (CWB) training, and have arranged access in advance with the coach.
8. Speak to your child before or after training. Please avoid calling to or trying to speak to your child during the session. If something needs immediate attention, alert a member of staff.
9. Contact coaches at an appropriate time. Speak to the coach after training or arrange a time to discuss any concerns privately. If you don’t catch the coach after the session, send them a message on Spond or email the Head Coach.
10. Encourage your child to do their best. Support their efforts and recognise their progress.
11. Play your part in supporting the Club. We expect all families to contribute by helping with volunteering, fundraising and other Club activities throughout the year. This could include taking a turn at a gala, helping at a fundraising event or supporting a Club activity.
12. Keep mobile phones away in changing rooms and toilets. Mobile phones must not be used in the changing rooms or toilet areas of any swimming pool.