Code of Conduct

This Training Code of Conduct applies to all CCD members and visitors attending training sessions hosted by Coffs Coast Derby.

1. All participants must be insured to skate in training sessions. Visiting skaters must inform the CCD committee of their insurance details prior to attending the session.

2. All safety gear is to be worn at all times whilst on skates during training (helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, wrist guards). Mouth guards to be worn at the instruction of the coach/es.

3. No one is permitted to skate until a first aid officer is present.

4. Zero tolerance on drugs and alcohol: Attendees MUST NOT use alcohol and/or illicit drugs at training sessions, or after training whilst at the venue. Attendees MUST NOT be under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs during training/bouts/scrimmages. If an attendee is suspected to be under the influence of alcohol and/or another substance they will be instructed to gear off and leave immediately.

5. If a skater is unwell or injured prior to the commencement of the training session, they must inform the Coach/es. If a skater is deemed unfit to train they will be encouraged to attend the session off skates to learn and assist with drills as required.

6. If a skater is injured during training they must seek the advice of the Coach and/or First Aid officer.

7. If a skater arrives to a training session late without previously advising the Coach/es, they must seek the advice of the Coach as to how they should warm up/participate.

8. All skaters must follow the instruction of the Coach/es at all times. If a skater is unable to participate in a particular drill, it will be at the discretion of the skater and coach that the skater sit out.

9. If an attendee is not comfortable participating in a particular drill or training activity for reasons other than those outlined above (including but not limited to mixed gender training drills) they are to discuss this discreetly with the Coach/es immediately.

10. Always inform the coach if you need to leave training early.

11. All skaters behave in a way that reflects our values as stated in our constitution.