Beaver Valley Tidal Waves

Parent Expectations and Code of Conduct

Parent/s of a swimmer and members of Beaver Valley Tidal Waves, will abide by the following guidelines:

• Will support the values of discipline, loyalty, commitment, hard work and teamwork during practice and meets and other swimming events and in any dealings with all coaches, parents, swimmers and officials.
• Will NOT coach or instruct the team or any swimmer at a practice or meets (from the stands or any other area) unless under the direct direction of the coaches. Positive encouragement is permitted.
• Will demonstrate good sportsmanship by maintaining control and conducting one’s self in a manner that earns the respect of their child, other swimmers, parents, officials and the coaches at all practices and meets. As a parent, understand that criticizing, name-calling, use of abusive language or gestures directed towards coaches, officials, volunteers, board members and any participating swimmer and/or parent of a swimmer is unsportsmanlike, will not be permitted or tolerated, and may result in disciplinary action.
• Will discuss any concerns or take suggestions to a member of the coaching staff or a board member.
• Will enjoy involvement with the swim club by supporting the swimmers, coaches and other parents with positive communication and actions.
• Understand that officials who judge meets are volunteers who have the best interest of all swimmers in mind.
• Will direct questions or concerns made by meet officials to a member of our coaching staff at an appropriate break time as not to interfere with other swimmer’s performance and time with the coaches.
• The coaching staff has final approval on each swimmer’s meet entries. Once meet entries are submitted NO changes can be made for individual events. Changes made to relay teams will only be done when necessary.
• Will support my child in the races they are scheduled to swim and not criticize or undermine the decision.
• Will support the efficiency of the team by helping my swimmer(s) attend practices and meets on-time.
• Will volunteer to support swim team and swim meet operations by proactively seeking out opportunities to help when asked by coaches or board members.

Swimmer Code of Conduct

• Our guiding principle in the coach/swimmer/teammate relationship is one of mutual respect, cooperation, and encouragement.
• Team members are expected to look out for one another, take care of one another, and support and encourage one another. That is what being on a team is all about. Adhering to “If you don’t have something nice to say about someone, don’t say anything at all” is expected of everyone.
• Older and/or more skilled swimmers are always expected to serve as a positive role model to younger and/or less skilled swimmers.
• Team members are also expected to be respectful and well-mannered towards other players, coaches, parents, swimmers and officials.
• Disrespectful, indiscreet or destructive behavior directed towards coaches, parents, other athletes, or officials will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary action including suspension or termination. It is the responsibility of each participant to avoid guilt by association with such activities at any time.
• Swimmers are encouraged to bring any issues of concern to the coaching staff or to their parents immediately so that it can be dealt with swiftly and appropriately.
• Hazing and intimidation (verbal, physical, mental, written, etc.) will not be tolerated in any form or manner (in person, email, social media, etc.) and will result in disciplinary action including suspension or termination.
• Student-athletes are expected to attend and bring a positive attitude, enthusiasm, discipline, commitment and a good work ethic to team, meets, and functions.
• The coaching staff will have the final decision on meet events and meet lineups. Participants are reminded that the goal is to continue to challenge the individual swimmer to achieve new personal bests.
• All team members are expected to be respectful of, take pride in, and not misuse or mistreat any and all facilities and equipment. Team members are expected to take part in facility set up, tear down, clean-up and properly re-storing any equipment used for practices and meets. Intentionally damaging or removing property or equipment will result in disciplinary action including suspension or termination.
• Team members are reminded that when competing in meets, traveling on trips, and attending other meet-related functions, they are representing both themselves and the club. Athlete behavior must positively reflect the high standards of the club.
• Swimmers are to refrain from inappropriate physical contact at team activities and events.
• Swimmers are to refrain from using inappropriate language.
• All members will agree to and abide by the terms and conditions as put forth in the Rules and Regulations of USA Swimming and AMS Swimming and the disciplinary actions recommended by the Beaver Valley Tidal Waves.