Peoria Area Water Wizards -- Code of Conduct
Statement of Understanding:
All youth members and their parents or guardians are required to sign the code of conduct as a condition of participation, with further understanding that serious misconduct or infractions of established rules and regulations may result in suspension and/or expulsion from the team without refund of dues, and with possible incurred expenses. All members are responsible for themselves and the actions of family members at our home pool and at other pools while the team member or family member is representing the Peoria Area Water Wizards. All youth and adult members, and their guests are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct as follows:
Parents...
will be responsible for their swimmers behavior when they are not on deck at a practice or meet.
will practice teamwork with all parents, swimmers, and coaches by supporting the values of Discipline, Loyalty, Commitment, and Hard Work.
will demonstrate good sportsmanship by conducting themselves in a manner that earns the respect of their child, other swimmers, parents, officials, and coaches.
will enjoy involvement with the club by supporting swimmers, coaches, and other parents with positive communication and actions.
will follow proper communication channels, at appropriate times.
will abide by the rules of The Peoria Area Water Wizards, Illinois Swimming Inc, and USA Swimming.
Swimmers...
will set a good example by attending all practices and meets with a positive attitude and demonstrate good sportsmanship at all times.
will show respect for their teammates and coaches by listening to instructions, following directions, and not distracting others.
will abide by all safety rules and rules of host teams/facilities. This includes, but is not limited to: no running on the deck, proper entry into the pool, no "horse play" in the pool, on the deck, or in the locker rooms.
will understand that the use of, possession, or consumption of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or tobacco products is prohibited.
will understand that fighting, swearing, cheating, stealing, and dishonesty are prohibited.
will demonstrate respect for the personal property of others, that of the team, and schools.
will not challenge coaches, referees, or officials decisions, and follow proper channels for communication.
will not be involved in harassment or hazing of any swimmer, coach, official, or spectator.
will abide by the rules of The Peoria Area Water Wizards, Illinois Swimming Inc, and USA Swimming.
I certify that I have read the Statement of Understanding and agree to abide by the conditions contained in the Code of Conduct as a member of The Peoria Area Water Wizards.
