CODE OF CONDUCT

The purpose of the Code of Conduct is to maintain the Club's reputation as a friendly and disciplined organisation and above all for the safety and well being of swimmers. Members must agree to abide by the rules of the Club, and in particular the rules contained in the following Code of Conduct.

General

	The Club will not tolerate bullying in any form.
	Members should behave in a polite and orderly manner at any time they are representing the club.
	When Woking is hosting a gala at home, swimmers are asked to stay on the poolside until guest teams have departed.

In the water and on poolside swimmers must

	Obey promptly all instructions from the coaches and obey instructions at galas from any of the officials on duty including the Team Manager and whips.
	Behave in a safe and responsible manner.
	Not use abusive language or act in an aggressive manner.
	Behave in a 'sporting' manner in all races.
	Remain with the team at all times.
	Ask permission from the Team Manager, whip or Coach before going to the toilet, or leaving the poolside for any reason.
	Not leave the poolside to get changed before the end of the gala, unless permission is given.
	Wear a Woking hat.
	Support and encourage your team.
	Accept defeat in your race with grace and show good sportsmanship.
	Stay on the poolside until the final result has been called, and be sure to leave as a team together.

In the changing rooms swimmers must

	Behave in a responsible and orderly manner in the shower area and the changing rooms and change as quickly as possible.
	Respect the property of other swimmers and the Leisure Centre.
	Obey any instructions from changing room stewards.

On the coach to away galas, swimmers must

	Remain seated throughout the journey and comply with any instructions from the coach driver.
	Not interfere with any safety equipment including alarm buttons, switches, handles etc
	Respect the condition of the coach and clear up rubbish.