Become a respected coach

Sports Coaches Code of Conduct Coaches play a crucial role in the development of any sport and in the lives of the athletes they coach. Good coaches ensure that individuals in sport have positive experiences and are therefore more likely to continue in their sport and achieve their potential. Coaching, as an emerging profession, must demonstrate at all levels a high degree of honesty, integrity and competence. The need for coaches to understand and act on their responsibilities is of critical importance to sport, as is the need to protect the key concept of participation for fun and enjoyment as well as achievement. This is implicit within good coaching practice and promotes a professional image of the good practitioner. This code of conduct defines all that is best in good coaching practice Rights Coaches must respect and champion the rights of every individual to participate in sport Relationships Coaches must develop a relationship with athletes (and others) based on openness, honesty, mutual trust and respect Responsibilities & personal standards Coaches must demonstrate proper personal behaviour and conduct at all times Responsibilities professional standards To maximise benefits and minimise the risks to athletes, coaches must attain a high level of competence through qualifications and a commitment to ongoing training that ensures safe and correct practice