Code of Conduct for Parents/Carers – Princes Risborough Golf Club
Appendix 6
As parents you are expected to:
Positively reinforce your child and show an interest in their chosen activity
Do not place your child under pressure or push them in to activities they do not want to do
Be realistic and supportive
Promote your child’s participation in playing sport for fun
Complete and return the Player Profile Form and Consents pertaining to your child’s participation in activities at PRGC
Report and update PRGC with any changes relevant to your child’s health and wellbeing
Deliver and collect your child punctually before and after coaching sessions/competitions
Ensure your child has clothing and kit appropriate to the weather conditions
Ensure you child has appropriate equipment, plus adequate food and drink
Ensure that you child understands the rules of Golf
Teach your child that they can only do their best
Ensure that your child understands their Code of Conduct
Behave responsibly at PRGC and on the golf course; do not embarrass your child
Show appreciation and support the coaches, volunteers and staff at PRGC
Accept the decision and judgement of the officials during events and competition
As a parents/carer you have the right to:
Be assured that your child is safeguarded during their participation in the sport
Be informed of problems or concerns relating to your child
Be informed if your child is injured
Have consent sought for issues such as trips and photography
Contribute to the decisions of the club
Have any concerns about any aspect of your child’s welfare listened to and responded to
Any breaches of this code of conduct will be dealt with immediately by the Welfare Officer at PRGC. Persistent concerns or breaches may result in you being asked not to attend games if your attendance is considered detrimental to the welfare of young participants.
The ultimate action should a parent/carer continue to breach the code of conduct may be PRGC regrettably asking your child to leave the session, event or club.
