Policies

Code of Conduct for Players
All players must:
• Always adhere to the positive aspects of the sport and show respect for match officials. Volunteers, coaches and opposing players.
• Accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance during training and matches; representing the club in a positive way.
• Represent Cybernauts Volleyball Club in a positive way at all times.
• Respect and look after training and playing areas at all time, leaving the venues the way that they were found.
• Abide by the instructions of their coach and officials, provided that they do not contradict the spirit of their code of conduct.
• Use correct and proper language at all times.
• Accept success and failure, victory and defeat equally.
• Make every effort to attend club training sessions and matches.
• Inform the coach for training sessions and/or the captain for matches if unable to attend.
• Resist any temptation to take prohibited substances or use prohibited techniques.
• Support other club members both on and off court.
• Respect all club members in line with the Equality and Diversity Policy.
• Ensure all fees are paid promptly.

Code of Conduct for Coaches
All volunteers and officials must:
• Consider the well-being and safety of participants before the development of performance.
• Develop an appropriate working relationship with performers, based on mutual trust and respect.
• Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age and ability taking part.
• Promote the positive aspects of volleyball, e.g. fair play.
• Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance. • Follow all guidelines set down by Volleyball England and the club.
• Hold the appropriate, valid qualifications and insurance cover.
• Never exert undue influence over performers to obtain personal benefit or reward.

Code of Conduct for Parents and Guardians
• Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
• Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials.
• Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
• Never force your child to take part in volleyball.
• Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the 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 volleyball.
• Use correct and proper language at all times.
• Ensure all fees are paid promptly.