Parents Code:
Remember that young people play rugby for their own enjoyment not that of their parents.
Encourage young people to play and do not force them.
Remember that persistent negative messages will adversely affect the player's and referee's performance and attitude.
Always support the rugby club in their efforts to eradicate loud, coarse and abusive behaviour from the game.
Remember that young people learn from example.
Always show appreciation of good play by ALL young players both from your own club and the opposition.
Respect decisions made by the match officials and encourage the young players to do likewise.
Do not force an unwilling child to participate - it's supposed to be for them, and you may put them off rugby forever.
Encourage your child to understand and play within the rules. Teach your child that taking part and trying your best are more important than winning.
Focus your child on practising their skills, sportsmanship and being part of a team. Winning is important but it isn't everything and not everyone can score the winning try.
Support and encourage your child - never criticise them for making mistakes. Console them for losing, but encourage them to try harder next time.
Set an example for sportsmanship - applaud good play by all.
Never publicly criticise a referee or linesman - there is no place for "touchline rage' in mini rugby.
Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children's sport. Report anything to the Child Protection Officer or Chairman.
Help the club function properly by turning up on time with the appropriate kit especially for adverse whether conditions. Remember children still need plenty of fluids in cold whether.
Be prepared to help out if asked.
Support your coaches - they are giving up their time to train your child. If you have any issues with the way a coach is performing, talk to them first. Refer any issues to the Club Welfare Officer.

Coaches Code:
Don't overload young players with demands, technical information and tactics - remember they are children and they are playing rugby for fun.
Don't over play the better players - include everyone.
Players develop at different times and in different ways - make allowances for their physical, emotional and mental maturity and development.
Winning isn't everything - teach your players to enjoy taking part and performing to the best of their ability. Encourage each player to reach his or her potential.
Never abuse, yell, criticise or ridicule children for making mistakes or losing a game.
Be organised - establish a structure for the season, prepare a coaching plan for each session, have the appropriate kit. Above all, communicate to players, parents and fellow coaches to set expectations.
Make sure players develop an understanding of the rules and laws of the game, that they respect opponents, team-mates, coaches and officials.
Never question an official's judgement or honesty.
Ensure players and parents behaviour is appropriate and in keeping with the spirit of the game and the expectations of the Club.
All young players are coached in a safe environment and that there is adequate first aid readily to hand.
There is appropriate supervision of young players both on and off the field.
They recognize that young players should never be exposed to extremes of heat, cold of unacceptable risk of injury.
The coaches develop an awareness of nutrition as part of an overall education in lifestyle management.
They recognise that it is illegal for young players under 18 to drink alcohol.
They ensure that their knowledge and coaching strategies are up-to-date and in line with RFU philosophy and expectations.
They are aware of, and abide by, the RFU recommended procedures for taking young people on residential tours at home and abroad. (Tour policy to be implemented 2010). We should ensure that all people in contact with young people during training, matches or driving to games understand best and safe practice and we can demonstrate that this has been communicated to them.
The coaches are aware of, and abide by, the policies and procedures outlined in the Policies and Procedures for the Welfare of Young People in Rugby Union.
Appreciate the needs of the players before the needs of the sport.
Be a positive role model.
Keep winning and losing in perspective and encourage young players to behave with dignity in all circumstances.
Respect all referees and the decisions they make and ensure that the players recognise that they must do the same.
Provide positive verbal feedback in a constructive and encouraging manner to all young players both during coaching sessions and games.

Players Code:
Play to enjoy rugby - always try your best to improve your skills and play well.
Play within the rules and laws of the game.
Never argue with referees or coaches - their decision is final, (even if you think that they are wrong).
Rugby is a team game - do your best for your team mates and don't try to grab all that glory for yourself.
Don't show off, lose your cool, pick on other players or generally misbehave - it's not part of rugby. (this shows weaknesses and not team sport which usually ends with us losing the game.)
If you lose, accept it with good grace and try harder next time.
Respect good play - from opponents or your team.
Help team mates, opponents, coaches and officials - you can't play rugby on your own.
Please treat others how you would like to be treated yourself with patience, fairness, respect and dignity. . Respect differences with others with disability, culture and race.
Every player will ring something valuable and different to the game.
Do not act irresponsibly, illegally or in a dangerous manner which may put others or yourself at risk.
Take time to thank those who assist, whether its your family, committee, coaches or team mates (it makes a difference).

ACTION WITH BREACH OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT:
Chosen Hill FP RFC committee will remind Parents/guardians / supporters of the code of conduct is breached and if this re-occurs then it will be discussed at the next committee meeting or disciplinary meeting (if the offence warrants this) and an action agreed by the committee.
If a player breaches the code of conduct then it should be dealt with by the coaches / trainers at the time of event and parents / guardians should be informed. In a more serious breach the incident should be discussed by the disciplinary committee and the sanctions below actioned to the player involved in the incident.
With a breach of the code of conduct by any committee member of Chosen Hill FP RFC then the Club Welfare Officer or Club Welfare Manager (in the case of the CWO) will discuss the incident and actioned to the disciplinary committee if needed. .
All incidents should be documented and filed on a incident form kept by the Club Welfare Officer and the Club Welfare Manager notified if needed.