CODE OF CONDUCT

Misconduct can be reported using the form at the end of this page.

• Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every human being.
  Within the context of the activity, treat everyone equally regardless of gender, disability, ethnic origin or religion.
  
  

• Ensure the athlete's time spent with you is a positive experience.

• • • All athletes are deserving of equal attention and opportunities. 

    • Support opportunities for participation in all aspects of the sport.
      
      

• Treat each athlete as an individual.

  • Respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each individual athlete.

  • Help each athlete reach their full potential.
    
    

• Be fair, considerate and honest with athletes.
  Treat each person as an individual.
  
  

• Be professional and accept responsibility for your actions.

  • Language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation should display high standards.

    • No profanity is allowed 

    • Be at least 15 minutes early to work 

    • Staff must request leave of absence at least 1 week in advance if they will be off for 1 day and 2 weeks in advance if they will be off for 2 days

    • Always wear the club’s uniform and proper sports shoes during work 

  • Display control, respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved with the sport - this includes opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators.

  • Encourage your athletes to demonstrate the same qualities
    Adopt appropriate and responsible behavior in all interactions.

  • Be honest and do not allow your qualifications to be misrepresented.
    
    

• Make a commitment to providing a quality service to your athletes.

  • Maintain or improve your current knowledge

  • Seek continual improvement through performance appraisal and ongoing coach education.

  • Provide a high quality training program which is planned and reviewed and improved.

  • Maintain appropriate records.

  • Help each person (athlete, official etc) reach their potential - respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each person and compliment and encourage with positive and supportive feedback.
    
    

• Any physical contact with athletes should be:

  • Appropriate to the situation and the athlete’s culture:

    • Coaches can give high five to athletes as a form of celebration. No hugging or kissing are allowed

    • Some cultures refrain completely from physical contact so always be mindful and ask for permission

  • Necessary for development.

    • Always use self-demonstration and other forms like drawing or videos first to give instruction to athletes

    • If necessary, with permission of the athlete coaches can use the palm of their hand to correct their posture by touching the hand, arm or shoulder 

    • Do not touch their private parts or any part below the waist 

  • Do not give massage or physical therapy to athletes if you are not the club’s assigned physical therapist and are not given consent by players (if over +18yr) or their parents/guardians or athletes under 18yr of age. In case of a medical emergency, treatment may be rendered under supervision.
    
    

• Refrain from any form of personal abuse towards your athletes or officials

  • This includes verbal, physical and emotional abuse like silent treatment 

  • Be alert to any forms of abuse directed towards your athletes from other sources whilst they are in your care
    
    

• Refrain from any form of harassment towards your athletes or officials.

  • This includes sexual and racial harassment, racial vilification and harassment on the grounds of disability

  • You should not only refrain from initiating a relationship with an athlete, but should also discourage any attempt by an athlete to initiate a sexual relationship with you, explaining the ethical basis of your refusal.

  • Respect the decisions of officials, coaches and administrators in the conduct of the sport.
    
    

• Provide a safe environment for training and competition.

  • Ensure equipment and facilities meet safety standards.

  • Equipment, rules, training and the environment need to be

  • Appropriate for the age and ability of the athletes.

  • Ensure your decisions and actions contribute to a safe environment.
    
    

• Show concern and caution towards sick and injured athletes.

  • Provide a modified individualised training program where appropriate.

  • Allow further participation in training and competition only when appropriate.

  • Encourage athletes to seek medical advice when required.

  • Maintain the same interest and support towards sick and injured athletes.
    
    

• Be a positive role model for your sport and athletes

  • The use of tobacco, vapes, drugs, alcohol are prohibited at our club’s events  

  • Act with integrity and objectivity, and accept responsibility for your decisions and actions.
    
    
    

• Conduct appropriate communication and media use

  • All communication between coaches and students must be done during the training and is not in a space where only you and the athlete are present 

  • All communication outside of the academy must be done through the club’s hotline, email and social media.

    • Follow any extra communication protocol that the partner/client/school might have 

    • Any direct communication with athletes due to special events must be informed to the club in advance and there must be at least one supervisor from the club present in the communication channel.

  • Do not disclose athletes and parents’ contact information, health information and performance records.

  • Do not follow or send friend requests to athletes on social media even if the athletes initiate it first. 

  • Do not take photos and videos of students or with students and post them on social media. All media materials must be done officially through the Marketing Team. 

  • Do not post negative, inappropriate or damaging content about parents, athletes, the club and their stakeholders.
    
    

• Do not invite athletes to unsanctioned events
  Any events not organized by VSSC or lacking proper authorization are considered unsanctioned.

  • Staff members cannot invite athletes to unsanctioned events 

  • Staff members needs approval from the club and the parents for unsanctioned events
    
    

• Do not promote or cross-sales
  Staff are strictly prohibited from promoting, marketing, or cross-selling any unauthorized products, services, or personal business ventures to athletes. This includes, but is not limited to, offering private lessons, selling merchandise, or endorsing external programs not approved by the club.
  
  

• Do not monetize through club’s branding 

  • Staff must not use the club’s name, logo, reputation, or other branding elements for personal gain or profit.

    • Monetization through social media is prohibited.

    • Monetization through affiliation is prohibited.

    • Monetization with brand deals is prohibited.

  • All uses of the club’s brand must be authorized and solely for official, club approved purposes.