Thirsk Rugby Union Club

Code of Conduct - Coaches and Managers

1. All Rugby Football coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person with whom they work with and treat them equally within the contest of rugby union.

2. All Rugby Football coaches must place the physical and emotional well being of all young players above all other considerations, including the development of performance.

3. The relationship that a Rugby Football coach develops with the players with whom they work must be based on mutual trust and respect.

4. All Rugby Football coaches must ensure that all activities undertaken are appropriate to the age, maturity, experience, and ability of the young players.

5. All Rugby Football coaches must encourage young players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance.

6. All Rugby Football coaches must clarify with the young players (and their parents/carers) what is expected of them both on and off the Rugby field and also what they are entitled to expect from the coach.

7. All Rugby Football coaches should work in partnership with others within the game (officials, doctors, physiotherapists, sports scientists) to ensure the well being, safety and enjoyment of all young players.

8. All Rugby Football coaches must promote the positive aspects of the sport, e.g. fair play. Violations of the Laws of the Game, Behaviour contrary to the spirit of the Laws of the Game or relevant regulations or the use of prohibited techniques or substances should never be condoned.