EFSL Code of Conduct Training

In general, the European Forces Swim League will follow the US Center for Safe Sport and the USA Swimming Code of Conduct and guidelines for athlete protection. The goal for this Code of Conduct is to set a good example of respect and sportsmanship for coaches, athletes, board members, parents, and spectators to follow:

• Act and dress with professionalism and dignity in a manner suitable to his/her position. 

• Respect officials and meet organizers and their judgment, and abide by the rules of the event. 

• Treat opposing coaches, participants, and spectators with respect. 

• Instruct participants in sportsmanship and demand that they display good  sportsmanship. 

• Coach in a positive manner and do not use derogatory comments or abusive language. 

• Win with humility and lose with dignity. 

• Treat every athlete fairly, justly, impartially, intelligently, and with sensitivity.

• Always place the well-being, health, and safety of swimmers above all other considerations, including developing performance. 

• Continue to seek and maintain their own professional development in all areas in relation to working with children. 

• Always maintain a professional separation between coach and athlete. 

Any member, former member, or prospective member of the EFSL (swimmers and adults) are subject to this code of conduct and their membership may be denied or withdrawn if the EFSL Executive Board determines that their conduct is inconsistent with the mission of the organization and those who participate in the league.

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