Glamorgan Country Golf Code of Conduct for Parents/Carers of Young Golfers

As parents, you are expected to:

• Positively reinforce your child and show an interest in their chosen activity.
• Do not place your child under pressure or push them into activities they do not want to do.
• Be realistic and supportive.
• Promote your child’s participation in playing sport for fun.
• Complete and return the Player Profile Form and consents pertaining to your child’s participation in activities at GCGU.
• Report and update GCGU with any changes relevant to your child’s health and wellbeing.
• Inform the GCGU Welfare Officer if you have any safeguarding concerns and/or if your child needs any additional support or protection arising from issues inside or outside of a golfing context.
• Deliver and collect your child punctually before and after coaching sessions/competitions, ensuring that any alternative arrangements or unforeseen issues are communicated without delay to the GCGU.
• Ensure your child has clothing and kit appropriate to the weather conditions.
• Ensure your child has appropriate equipment, plus adequate food and drink.
• Ensure that your child understands the rules of Golf.
• Teach your child that they can only do their best.
• Ensure that your child understands their Code of Conduct.
• Behave responsibly at GCGU events and on the golf course; do not embarrass your child.
• Show appreciation and support for the coaches and volunteers at GCGU.
• Accept the decision and judgement of the officials during events and competitions.

As a parent/carer, you have the right to:

• Be assured that your child is safeguarded during their participation in the sport.
• Be informed of problems or concerns relating to your child.
• Be informed if your child is injured.
• Have consent sought for issues such as trips, competitions, and photography.
• Contribute to the decisions of the GCGU.
• Have any concerns about any aspect of your child’s welfare listened to and responded to.

Any breaches of this code of conduct will be dealt with immediately by the lead volunteer at GCGU. Persistent concerns or breaches may result in you being asked not to attend games if your attendance is considered detrimental to the welfare of young participants. The ultimate action should a parent/carer continue to breach the code of conduct may be the GCGU regrettably asking your child to leave the session, event, or club.