Name: ________________________ 

Fondy Swim Club General Athlete Behavior Policy   

I. Need for a Policy 

The Fondy Swim Club has a behavior policy for all members of the Club.  It tells us about the rules and the standards of behavior. It also tells us about what happens when behaviors do not meet what is expected. These policies apply to all swimmers. 

II.  Statement of Policy 

  1. The purpose of Fondy Swim Club is to teach children the sport of swimming and good sportsmanship. 

  1. Everyone needs to be a positive role model and give the best possible impression of themselves and the Fondy Swim Club. 

  1. It is important that swimmers follow this Code when they are enjoying all of the activities of the Swim Club, including practices, meets (home or away), banquets and outings. 

II. Rules and Expectations 

  1. Cooperate with coaches and follow instructions.  

  1. Be on time and prepared for practice, meets, team meetings and scheduled activities. 

  1.  Be respectful to all teammates, coaches, chaperones and parents. 

  1.  Be responsible for attending practice and maintaining good attendance.Notify the coach ahead of time as necessary.  

  1. Be responsible for your belongings and have your equipment ready at practice. 

  1.  Treat the equipment with care. 

B. Meets 

  1. At meets be at the blocks to swim your events. 

  1. Show your team spirit as you cheer on your teammates. 

  1. At meets you should be dressed in team apparel including team shirt and cap. 

C. Safety 

  1.  Keep safety first around the pool and locker rooms.  

  1. No running or pushing on the deck or in the locker rooms. 

  1. No Horseplay in the locker rooms or on deck including screaming, yelling, throwing water, spitting, putting shampoo on the floors for sliding, snapping of towels, handling of other people's belongings, etc. 

D. Other 

  1.  Use good language at all times at appropriate volumes. 

  1. No cell phone use in the locker rooms, bathrooms, or on deck. 

  1. No bullying or cyberbullying of any kind. 

 

IV. Discipline 

Your coach will decide which of the following penalties will be applied: 

  1. The coach will tell you to stop the behavior.  

  1. The coach may tell you to get out of the pool and sit on the side.  

  1. Your parents may be called.  

  1. A warning letter may be sent to your parents.  

  1. You may be sent home from a practice or a meet.  

  1. You may be suspended. 

For further information and/or clarification refer to the Code of Conduct. 

 

 

Swimmer’s Signature: ____________________________________________          Date: _____________ 

Parent/Guardian's Signature: ______________________________________          Date: _____________ 

 

 

 

 

Revised September 3, 2023