• Must treat everyone fairly and sensitively regardless of their Age, Disability, Gender reassignment, Marriage and civil partnership, Pregnancy and maternity, Race, Religion and belief, Sex, Sexual orientation and Ability. (Play for fun and enjoyment – not just to please your parents and/or instructor/coach).
  • Do not use foul, sexist or racist language at any time.
  • Arrive for training and matches in good time to prepare thoroughly.
  • Learn and play by the rules.
  • Abide by the instructions of the instructor/ coaches/staff and officials provided they do not contradict the rules.
  • Do not argue with competition officials and/or the instructor/coach – use your energies for playing better.
  • Recognise and applaud all good play.
  • Be a good sport – win with modesty, lose with dignity.
  • Respect opponents, instructors/coaches, club officials and competition officials – treat them as you would wish to be treated.
  • Co-operate with instructor/coach, fellow students and opponents.
  • Think about improving your skills after training and competition.
  • Inform the instructor/coach of any injury as soon as possible.
  • Inform the instructor/coach if you need to leave training/the event early.
  • Thank officials and opponents after competition.