The following Code of Conduct must be read and signed each time an athlete registers to participate with North Country Aquatic Club by each athlete and parents/ guardians. The form has been simplified so that each family has to return one form. Parents please read through and discuss this Code of Conduct with your swimmers before they sign.(rev.09/06)
Practice Expectations
1. Athletes are expected to at all times to follow any verbal or written directions of the coaching staff. At no time will disrespectful attitudes be tolerated from any NCAC athlete.
2. Athletes are expected to treat teammates with respect at all times.
3. At no time will an athlete hinder another athlete’s workout.
4. Athletes are expected to know when practices are scheduled and to be present on time, prepared for workout.
5. Parents will not interrupt practice to talk with their athlete or a coach unless it is an emergency and with consent of the coach.
6. If a meeting with a member of the coaching staff is necessary, parents will need to schedule a meeting with the coach before or after practice. We request that parents try to schedule meetings with coaches at least 24hrs in advance.
7. Lane Rules for Practice
a. Do not sit on lane lines.
b. Do not pull on lane lines while swimming.
c. Feet first entry unless coach specifies to dive in.
d. When more than two swimmers are in a lane you must circle swim in a counter-clockwise pattern.
e. When passing a swimmer, tap the swimmer's toes and pass at the turn!
f. When a person taps your toes, pull to the right corner at the next turn and let him/her pass!
g. If you need to rest do so at the end wall pulling off to the right.
h. Do not cross lanes while swimming.
i. When finishing a swim move out of the middle of the lane so the person behind you can swim to the wall.
Athlete and Parent Expectations at all NCAC Activities
Athletes and Parents Will:
1. Act and conduct oneself with dignity and respect for others and for the property of others.
2. Always practice, promote, and teach good sportsmanship.
3. Promote team spirit in a positive manner.
4. Offer congratulations to opponents, win or lose, and cheer on teammates.
5. Be a responsible goodwill ambassador between the sport and the public.
Prohibited Behavior at all NCAC Team Activities including practice:
Athletes and Parents will refrain from the following at all team activities:
1. Use of alcoholic beverages.
2. Use of illegal drugs, which includes, but is not limited to, performance enhancing drugs or steroids.
3. Use of any tobacco related products.
4. Destructive Behavior
5. Inappropriate behavior, including failure to adhere to team standards.
Meet Expectations:
1. Athletes must wear the designated team uniform for meets.
2. At all times, Athletes must show respect towards the Coaches, teammates, parents, and fellow competitors, especially in regards to safety and discipline matters.
Possible Consequences for Violations of the Code of Conduct:
1. Removal and/or Suspension of Practice Privileges.
a. Any athlete who is removed from a practice will, prior to returning to practice:
i. Have a meeting with the Head Coach and Assistant Coach involved.
Or
ii. Have meeting with the Head Coach, Assistant Coach, and Parent/Guardian.
2. Removal and or Suspension from the remainder of a competition. (Entry fees and travel expenses are non-refundable)
3. The athlete will not be allowed to attend future travel competitions.
4. Temporary or permanent dismissal from the team.
5. The Head Coach may dismiss an athlete for no more than 3 consecutive practice days without the consent of the Board of Directors. At which time the Head Coach, Athlete, Parent/Guardians, and Board will meet to discuss the length of the suspension and the circumstances involved in the suspension. The Head Coach and Board of Directors will have the sole discretion to permanently remove an athlete, parent/guardian, and or family from membership with the North Country Aquatic Club.
6. The Head Coach or Coach in Charge of an NCAC Team Activity reserves the right to ask any parent/guardian, whom may be interfering with public safety, athlete instruction, or in violation of any of the guidelines listed above in the Code of Conduct, to leave any practice, meet or team function.
Leaving the Team:
Any athlete/family who leaves the NCAC to train and or compete with another USA Swimming affiliated team located in the New England LSC will be required to complete a 90 day probationary membership period before being considered a full member. If an Athlete and or Parent/Guardian fails to comply with any portion of the Code of Conduct while under the 90 days probationary period the athlete will be removed from the program and denied any future consideration for membership.
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