MLC Aquatic - Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct for Swimmers

Be a good sport.
Compete for enjoyment.
Compete by the competition conditions and rules.
Never argue with the Judge, or Referee’s decision.
Control your behaviour. No criticism by word or gesture.
Work hard for yourself and your team.
Encourage and support your own team members.
Be friendly to all participants and treat them as you enjoy being treated yourself.
Cooperate with your coach, teammates and officials.
Show respect for your opponents, their skills and improvement.
Keeping late hours prior to a competition will affect your own and your team’s performance.
Smoking, drinking of alcoholic beverages, or taking of non-prescribed drugs is strictly forbidden.

For Parents

Encourage participation by your children
You are a role model for your children and the other children in the swim club. Your behaviour in the swimming environment will never go unnoticed. Deal with any outcomes and experiences in a mature and controlled manner.
Be courteous in your communication with swimmers, officials and administrators. All officials are volunteers and must be respected at all times.
Make any new parents feel welcome on all occasions.
Do not interfere with the conduct of any event.

For Spectators

Demonstrate appropriate social behaviour.
Children compete for enjoyment. Don’t let your behaviour detract from their enjoyment.
Let officials conduct events without interference.
Support skilled performances and team play with generous applause.
Demonstrate respect for other competitors and their supporters.