Code of Conduct

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CLUB CODE OF CONDUCT

• Appropriate sports clothing to be worn, no leisurewear jeans or football strips. Tennis shoes to be worn preferably to be white. The committee shall decide what is appropriate. 
• No food or drink except water to be taken on the courts 
• You are reminded that in accordance with club’s child protection policy, parental permission must be obtained before taking photographs of children at the club
• Please have respect for the other members, the grounds and the clubhouse 
• Wait for a break in play before entering and leaving the courts or retrieving balls
• Make sure all litter is put in the bins provided in the clubhouse when leaving 
• Make sure your washing up is done, the flood lights are off and the clubhouse door and courts are securely locked.

 

Code of Practise for young people

As a junior member at Bridgnorth tennis club you are expected to abide by the following code of practice:

• All members must play within the rules and respect officials on their decisions. 
• All members must respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of age, gender, ability, race, cultural background, religious beliefs or sexual identity.
• Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions, or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late. 
• Members must wear suitable kit for training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach. 
• Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly. 
• Junior members are not allowed to smoke on the premises or whilst representing the club at competitions. 
• Junior members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises whilst representing the club.

 

Code of Practise For Parents and Guardians

As a member of Bridgnorth Tennis Club you are expected to abide by the following:

• Encourage your children to learn the rules of tennis and play within them. 
• Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials. 
• Help your children to recognise good performance, not just results. 
• Never force your child to take part in sport. 
• Set a good example by recognising their playing by applauding the good performances of all. 
• Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes. 
• Publicly eccept judgements made by officials. 
• Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy the sport. 
• Use correct and proper language at all times. 
• Allow your child to play in the mini tennis colour stage that is appropriate to them. This will ensure they enjoy playing the game, develop their skills and gain confidence. 
• Purchased balls and rackets that match the stage your child is in. 
• Be patient. Steady progression is unusual in children and plateaus are common. 
• Your first question following any match should be, did you enjoy it? Not did you win?. 
• At no stage should you communicate with your child or interfere with the on court helpers and referees during a match, just enjoy the game and let the officials take care of the match.

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