CODE OF CONDUCT - PARENT

• Abide by Swimming Australias code of conduct,
• I won’t pressure my child in any way – I know that this is their sport not mine
• I will not use bad language, nor will I harass swimmers, coaches, officials or other spectators
• I will encourage my child to play within the rules and respect officials’ and coaches’ decisions – no matter what
• I will teach my child to respect the efforts of their opponents
• I will remember that children learn best by example so I will applaud good plays/performances by both my child’s team and their opponents
• I will give positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort
• I will focus on my child’s efforts and performance – not the result
• I will thank the coaches, officials and other volunteers who give their time to conduct the event for my child
• I will help when asked by a coach or official
• I won’t criticise or ridicule my child’s performance after the event
• I will not arrive at the venue intoxicated or drink alcohol at swimming events
• I will respect the rights, dignity and worth of all people involved in the sport, regardless of their gender, ability or cultural