As a parent/carer of a Junior Member you are expected to abide by the following code of conduct.

You should:

• Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.

• Discourage unfair play and arguing with club staff/officials.

• Help your child to recognise good performance and effort, not just results.

• Never force your child to take part in golf.

• Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding good performances of all.

• Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.

• Publicly accept officials’ judgements.

• Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their golf.

• Use correct and proper language at all times.

• Ensure your child understands and abides by the Players Code of Conduct Never use threatening or abusive behaviour towards children, officials, coaches or other parents.

• Always notify the Junior Organiser if you will not be attending or going to be late for a coaching session/competition.

• Ensure that coaches are made aware of any pre-existing medical conditions your child has.

• Ensure that all correspondence and consent forms are replied to by the due date.

• Ensure that your child is dropped off and picked up on time after each session.

I have read and understood this Code of Conduct and I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines of the Club.

The name and contact details of the Club’s Safeguarding Officer’s are:

• Matt MacLachlan - email secretary@anstruthergolfclub.co.uk

• Ryan Doherty - email agcjuniorsection@gmail.com

I am aware that if I have a concern or would like to speak with someone outside the Club I can contact Scottish Golf’s Safeguarding Team on safeguarding@scottishgolf.org or telephone 07812665164.