(NAME)? GOLF CLUB
clubgolf Junior Coaching Objectives
&
Code of Conduct
OBJECTIVES OF THE CLUB
The objectives of (NAME)? Golf Club Junior
Coaching are to;
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Promote and manage the teaching,
knowledge and practice of golf.
Provide a safe and happy environment to
allow young people to meet socially in a
range of sporting activities which are both
instructive, and fun.
Encourage and assist young people in
game improvement, course management
& etiquette, including safety.
Provide an opportunity for young people
to be involved in and learn from the
planning and decision making process of
the group.
Provide an opportunity for Junior Club
Members to compete at all levels of
competence.
To achieve these objectives, all members need
to be aware of and comply with the Club Code
of Conduct.
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COUNCIL OBLIGATIONS
The Committee will ensure that:
The Club rules and regulations are made
known to all members who are to be
bound and governed by them.
Clear procedures for dealing with members
who have failed to comply with the Club
rules and regulations are also made known
to all members.
All infringements of rules and regulations,
complaints, grievances and disputes are
dealt with fairly and consistently with all
members being treated equally.
PARENTS AND CARERS RESPONSIBILITIES
Parents and carers shall;
 Ensure that all correspondence is replied
to by the due date. This includes consent
forms, payments etc.
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of coaching in time for session.
 Appreciate the effort made by all during
coaching or competition.
 Seek ways to help the Club and children.
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Make a positive effort to get involved in
the running of the Club or events.
Make a positive commitment to attend any
training opportunities.
COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT
All coaches shall;
Complete Enhanced Disclosure.
Complete sportscoachUK Safeguarding &
Protecting Children course to comply with
the PGA regulations.
Complete PGA coaching at appropriate
level.
CHILDREN (GOLFERS) CODE OF CONDUCT
All golfers shall;
Have a positive commitment to coaching
and attend as many sessions as possible to
maintain a high standard.
Attend a minimum of 75% of coaching to
achieve appropriate certificate.
Be ready for coaching 5 minutes before the
start of their session.
Demonstrate appropriate behaviour at all
times.
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Have a positive attitude to other golfers,
Clubs, coaches, officials and helpers.
Not act in a manner which is likely to bring
the Club into disrepute.
Make a commitment to attend as many
events outwith coaching as possible. (eg
fund-raising).
BEHAVIOUR AND DISCIPLINE
Breaches of the Club Rules
Breaches of Club Rules and/or acts which may have
the effect of destroying the relationship between
members and the Club, the reputation of the club
and third parties, will be considered as misconduct.
Such misconduct will be subject to disciplinary action.
Formal action will only be appropriate for more
serious cases and where informal action has not led
to the necessary improvement.
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Behaviour
Acts likely to constitute serious misconduct
include
Actions which may endanger the Health and
Safety of another member or guest / child of the
club.
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The taking of Alcohol or illegal Drugs whilst
representing the Club or at the Club.
Improper Conduct including fighting,
victimisation and harassment
Deliberate damage to Club or members property.
Discipline
To ensure the safety and well being of all
participants, the coach in charge of the training
session shall have the authority to remove anyone
whose behaviour is deemed inappropriate for the
safe and efficient running of the session.
In such an event, the participant will receive a full
explanation of why they have been removed from
the session(s).
Members failing to meet the general obligations
outlined in this document or relevant rules and
regulations may be subject to disciplinary action. This
will be carried out in accordance with the Club
Constitution.
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Player to Sign (and keep)
I have read and understood this Code of Conduct (R1)
and I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines of the
Club.
(Keep this for your records).
Name ……………………………………........
Signature ...…………………….…………….
Date ……...…………
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Player and Parent to sign (and return)
I have read and understood this Code of Conduct (R1)
and I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines of the
Club.
Name ………………………………………..
Signature ……………………….…………..
Date ……...………..
Signature of Parent/Carer…….…………………………...
Cut off / Return this section where indicated and
return to your coach as soon as possible.
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