Coaches' Code of Behaviour

Ensure that any athlete in their charge is developed safely and at a level appropriate to their age and ability.
Encourage an athlete to learn, enjoy and participate in a wide variety of training skills and competitive activities suitable for their developmental level.
Act in such a way to foster harmony between athletes and coaches.
Coach in those areas for which they are experienced.
Ensure, as far as practical, that the training equipment and facilities used are appropriate and operated in a correct and safe manner.
Help athletes in their charge develop respect for the ability of other athletes and the judgment of officials and coaches as appropriate.
Consider the advice of a health professional when determining when an injured athlete is ready to recommence training and at what level.
Make a personal commitment to keep informed of developments in coaching and training principles.
Be prepared to offer advice and assistance to other club members on request.

Ridicule or belittle any athlete for mistakes made in training or competition.
Attempt to coach or interfere with another coach's athlete.
Make any suggestive or sexual advance towards any athlete whether physical or verbal.

Athletics Whangarei coaches may charge a coaching fee.
Athletics Whangarei does not involve itself in any financial arrangement between coach and athlete.
Athletes/parents/coaches are expected to clarify and formalise any financial arrangements prior to commencement of coaching.

Dated 1 June 2011

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