Policies

WRUFC Code of Conduct

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Players Conduct

Players will be encouraged to

Play for the fun of it not just to please parents or coach.
Not use deliberate or dangerous play, poor sportsmanship or foul language.
Bring appropriate kit and spare clothing for each training session and match.
Make sure they know what time and where to be dropped off and collected by their parents or guardians.
Encourage their parents to ensure they are punctual.
Not to train or play with an existing injury.
Participate in all aspects of the training session or match, not just the parts that interest them the most.
Keep family members informed about forthcoming activities (e.g. start and finish times, venue, names of coaches, emergency contact numbers).
Listen to the coach!
Understand that bad/inappropriate behaviour will be challenged and dealt with.
Recognise that sometimes there isn't time for discussion. Recognise the coach's authority and respond to No.
Remember, self discipline is a good and worthwhile quality to have.
Above all remember, that what they do should be fun and understand the spirit of sportsmanship.
Be gracious in victory and defeat.
Treat the equipment and facilities provided by the club with respect

Code of Conduct for parents/carers

Never force your child to take part in Rugby.
Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
Support your child's involvement and help them to enjoy their Rugby.
Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.
Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.
Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
Publicly accept officials' judgements.
Use correct and proper language at all times.
Stay off the pitch, if you want to get involved become a coach or referee.
Read the Welfare Policies of the Club and adhere to them.

Conduct of Coaches

Coaches will endeavour to

Always be publicly open when working with children.
Ensure development and fun comes first, winning second.
When coaching contact skills, ensure that safety comes first.
Never coach law violations. Always reinforce attitudes of fair play.
Never overtly criticise players. (Players confidence is paramount).
Always reject the behaviour, not the player. Players will not be labelled as bad or naughty, either to them or to someone else in their hearing.
Give direction and correction in a positive way, e.g. keep the balls in the bag we will use them later, not: don't take the balls out of the bag!
Give players a clear idea of the behaviour expected and to follow it themselves.
Give rule breakers one warning and then punishment. Players need clear guidelines and firm control.
Use time out of practice as punishment, extra activity should be a reward for good behaviour.
Praise good behaviour often because this is valued.
Set limits. So that the players know that their behaviour will not be allowed to get out of control.
Be consistent and be fair. Avoiding being late for coaching sessions and matches and displaying the same reaction to the same situation each time will give players confidence.
Do what has been said. Not to threaten what can't be done. Build up trust.
Treat each player as an individual. Ensuring they are given equal opportunity to play.
Not to ignore players who need help. If support is needed, it is up to coaches to give it.
Work with parents and guardians, not against them, involving them whenever possible, i.e. encouraging them to observe coaching sessions and support competitions. Keeping everyone informed about the nature of activities, start/finish times, venue, names of coaches and emergency contacts.
Coaches should report any suspicious adult behaviour to The Club Welfare Officer, the Team Welfare Co-ordinator or a Member of the Committee; this should include photography and video recording where applicable

EQUITY POLICY

The RFU and RFUW Equity policy has the following objectives which WHARFEDALE RUFC has adopted.

• To adopt a planned approach to eliminating perceived barriers which discriminate against particular groups. This will include widening the traditional approach and include communities experiencing disadvantage, poverty and health inequalities

• To ensure that no-one working or wishing to work for or on behalf of the WHARFEDALE RUFC receives less favourable treatment on the grounds outlined in the policy statement above

• To give clear guidance to individual working within WHARFEDALE RUFC , either employed or as volunteers, on the commitment to equal opportunities.

• To ensure that all those who participate in rugby union, at all levels and in all roles, receive fair and equitable treatment

• To ensure that the format and content of all competitions, regulations and assessments provide equity for all, except where specific situations and conditions properly or reasonably prevent this

• To ensure that all materials prepared, produced and distributed by or on behalf of WHARFEDALE RUFC promote a clear image of the profile of all those who are apart of the game

• WHARFEDALE RUFC Respects the rights, dignity and worth of every person and will treat everyone equally within the context of their sport, regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality or social/economic status.

• All club members have a responsibility to oppose discriminatory behaviour and promote equality of opportunity.