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Participant Code of Conduct

Airdrie BMX

Code of Conduct

 Riders Code of Conduct:

     I will ride for FUN! and be proud of being a BMX rider.

   I will work hard to improve my skills.

    I will be a team player – get along with other BMX riders. Appreciate the contributions that each racer makes to the sport.

    I will learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and discipline.

   I will be on time for coaching and races, and be both mentally and physically prepared for each coaching and race session.

   I will learn the rules and play by them.  Winning isn’t everything.

   I will respect my coaches, parents, opponents, officials, and the volunteers

   I will control my temper – fighting or mouthing off can spoil the activity for everyone.

   I will respect all facilities and equipment made available.

   I will not use profanity, abusive language or threatening behavior towards and rider, parent or track official.

Parent’s Code of Conduct:

   I will support my child’s desire to ride BMX, offer encouragement and take an interest in them and their club.

   I will allow my child to establish their own goals, and participate for themselves.

   I will offer positive reinforcement, being aware that it is the best way to help my child achieve their goals.

   I will encourage my child to play by the rules.

   I will display a positive attitude towards all participants.

   I will remember that children learn by example. I will applaud good riding and performances by both my child and their opponents.

   I will respect and show appreciation for the volunteers who give their time to BMX for my child.

   I will encourage my child to resolve conflict without resorting to hostility or violence.

   I will remember that my child rides for his or her enjoyment, not mine.

Coaches Code of Conduct:

            I will be aware that winning is a consideration but not the only one.

       I will be a positive role model to all riders.

       I will keep open lines of communication with parents and riders.

       I will encourage all riders to be team players.

       I will strive toward the overall developmental improvement of all riders.

       I will never yell at or ridicule a child.

       I will be a positive role model, applauding good effort in both victory and defeat.

      I will re-enforce positive points of each race.

Parents Signature: _______________________

Rider’s Signature: _______________________