Junior members are expected to abide by the following code of conduct:

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• Participate within the rules and respect the coaches and their decisions
• Treat others as you would wish to be treated yourself and respect your opponents
• Keep to the agreed times for coaching sessions and competitions and inform coaches when you are going to be late
• Demonstrate fair play and apply golf’s standards both on and off the course
• Respect physical, cultural and racial differences
• Tell someone in authority if you are leaving a venue or competition
• Treat organisers, coaches, staff and peers with respect
• Have a positive commitment to coaching and attend as many sessions as possible to maintain a high standard

You should not take part in any irresponsible, abusive, inappropriate or illegal behaviour which includes:

• Consuming alcohol or illegal or performance-enhancing drugs or stimulants
• Smoking
• Using foul language
• Publicly using critical or disrespectful descriptions of others (including social media)
• Actions which may endanger the health and safety of another member or guest / child of the club
• Improper conduct including fighting, victimisation and harassment
• Deliberate damage to club or members property

As a parent/carer of a junior member you are expected to abide by the following code of conduct

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• Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them
• Discourage unfair play and arguing with club staff/officials and coaches
• Help your child to recognise good performance and effort, not just results
• Never force your child to take part in golf
• Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding good performances of all
• Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes
• Publicly accept officials' judgements
• Support your child's involvement and help them to enjoy their golf
• Use correct and proper language at all times
• Never use threatening or abusive behavior towards children, officials, coaches or other parents
• Always notify the junior organiser if you will not be attending or going to be late for a coaching session/competition
• Ensure that coaches are made aware of any pre-existing medical conditions your child has
• Ensure that all correspondence and consent forms are replied to by the due date
• Ensure that your child is dropped off and picked up on time after each session