The Club encourages parents to keep their child safe by encouraging them to learn the rules about safety and acceptable behaviour. As a member of Framtastics Gymnastics Club, gymnasts must agree to abide by the following code:

I will:

• Be punctual to training and be ready to start training on time

• Wear suitable clothing for training & events as instructed by my coach or Club officials (eg no baggy clothing to be worn other than during the warm up), keep long hair tied back & remove all jewellery before the beginning of a session. Stud earrings are allowed provided they are taped.

• Attend the warm up as it is an essential part of the training that helps the prevention of injury

• Immediately tell my Coach of any existing injuries or illness before the warm up begins or immediately if I injure myself or feel unwell during the session

• Take care of and be respectful towards the Club's equipment and facility and put any rubbish in the bin

• Listen to and follow the instructions of my coaches at all times and ask questions if I am unsure about anything

• Be committed to my training program, as agreed with my coach, approach training with a positive attitude, be the best gymnast that I can be and try my hardest to achieve the tasks I am set

• Always try to be mindful of the impact my words and actions can have on others, as I understand that bullying will not be tolerated. I will tell a coach if I believe that another member of the class is being bullied or unfairly treated by other participants in the gymnasium

• Show respect to all coaches, judges, officials and other gymnasts and respect fellow Club members by providing support and

• Respect the personal space of all members of the coaching team.

• Be a positive role model for other gymnasts and my Club

• Always show awareness and respect for cultural and religious differences

I will not:

• Use the equipment without a coach's permission or attempt a new move or series of moves without the permission, support or supervision of a coach

• Leave the gymnastics hall during the training session or break times unless I have permission from my coach

• Contact any member of the coaching staff outside of gym, including via social media

• Use bad or inappropriate language

• Attend training if I am injured or unwell unless agreed with my coach

• Eat during training sessions (other than during a scheduled lunch or snack break during long sessions, or it is for medical reasons)

• Use a mobile phone or electronic device during training sessions and at anytime within the gymnastic training area.

• Be rude or disrespectful to coaches

• Criticise the performance of another participant to them or other participants

• Leave the Club premises without my parent/guardian and will remain with the coaches at the end of the session until I am collected by my parent/guardian

Competition Etiquette

• Always remain professional around any gymnasts, coaches or officials from other clubs

• Do not discuss / air your personal grievances in the competition arena

• Do not discuss, question or confront coaches or officials in public or during the competition

• Do not use alcohol, tobacco or drugs during competitions

• Do not use your mobile phone whilst the competition is in progress

• Do not swear, use of fensive language & aggressive or offensive behaviour as it will not be tolerated

• Do not do anything which will bring the name of Framtastics Gymnastics Club in to disrepute

• Do not engage in any negative, unsportsmanlike conduct, including on social media sites. If using social media do so in a sensible and positive manner which reflects well upon yourself and the Club.

   

 A breach in these rules by either a gymnast or parent will result in disciplinary procedures as follows:

1st Breach - verbal warning from a member of the Management Committee.

2nd Breach - Temporary suspension from the Club at the discretion of the Management Committee.

3rd Breach - Expulsion from the Club

I have read and understand the above code of conduct and agree to abide by this at all times.