As part of our Welfare & Protection Policy every participant, on becoming a member of Ballymena Lawn Tennis Club, is required to sign up to the code of conduct.

Codes of Conduct for Participants

I am aware that I am representing my sport and I take full responsibility for my actions. I have read this contract with my parent/guardian, understand the guidelines set out below and agree to comply with the following contract.

I agree to:

1. Keep within the defined boundary of the playing/coaching area.
2. Behave and listen to all instructions from the coach.
3. Take care of equipment owned by the club.
4. Refrain from the use of bad language or racial/sectarian references.
5. Refrain from bullying or persistent use of rough and dangerous play.
6. Show respect to other youth members and leaders
7. Keep myself safe
8. Report inappropriate behaviour or risky situations for youth members
9. Play fairly & respect opponents
10. Respect officials and accept decisions
11. Show appropriate loyalty and be gracious in defeat

I agree that I will not:

1. Possess or consume alcohol or illegal and performance enhancing drugs
2. Smoke
3. Engage in sexual activity
4. Use foul language
5. Tolerate or be involved in discrimination of any kind
6. Leave the (sporting event) unless accompanied by a member of staff/volunteer
7. When on a residential enter any accommodation block other than my own.
8. Cheat
9. Use violence

NB. The Sports Co-ordinator reserves the right to send participants home if they
do not keep to the signed contract. We do hope this will not be necessary.