est. 1973		12 November, 2008

Code of Conduct for Parents / Guardians  (to be retained by the Parents / Guardians)

·         Promote and adopt a good supportive attitude towards the game, your son / daughter, and their team-mates, opponents, the coaches, the officials, other parents and spectators.

·         Respect the notion of fair play.

·         Respect the rules governing spectator areas both home and away, refrain from coaching from the sidelines.

·         Do not verbally abuse your son / daughter or their team-mates, opponents, the coaches, the officials, other parents and spectators.

·         Do not make any racial or sexually discriminative remarks about players, officials, other parents or spectators.

·         Do not act in a manner, which would be considered threatening to your son / daughter, and their team-mates, opponents, the coaches, the officials, other parents and spectators.

·         Treat all players, officials, coaches and other parents, as you would like you and your family to be treated.

·         Know and understand why your son / daughter is playing. The objective of Chelmsford City Youth FC is to provide a high quality learning environment, to improve techniques, but above all to encourage enjoyment of the sport.

·         Accept that mistakes by players, coaches, officials are part of the learning process.

·         Ensure that players attend training regularly and on time. Give adequate notice for absences from training and games. Ensure players are appropriately attired for training and matches.

·         Ensure you encourage your son / daughter and team-mates by positive comments and constructive points presented at the appropriate time in a calm manner . Do not place an unwarranted amount of pressure on the players.

·         Keep the manager / coach fully briefed of any injuries or illness that affects performance and well being of the player.

·         If you do have any concerns your are entitled to attend regular club meetings and bring matters to the attention of the club's management . Your team manger can advise when meetings are scheduled. You are encouraged to attend meetings.