Synchro Skater Code of Conduct
All members shall always demonstrate good sportsmanship, courtesy, consideration and respect towards others.
Respect the team environment.
Any skater who will not be able to attend a practice/team event should advise the Synchro coach as soon as possible.
Encouraging words are welcome. Bragging, boasting, and put downs are neither acceptable nor tolerated in any way.
Any parent/skater who believes a child’s self esteem or skating ability is being attacked by another skater should first speak to their skater’s coach, who will in turn discuss the situation with the appropriate parties. In the event that an acceptable outcome is not achieved OR the parent is uncomfortable discussing the situation with the coach, the parent is advised to approach a member of SMFSC’s Board of Directors.
Manners are important. Yelling across the ice is not appropriate. Please be respectful of all skaters and coaches at all times.
Use appropriate language. Swearing or the use of abusive language while on the ice, in one of our off-ice classes or any other part of the arena is not appropriate.The rink is a training centre for all ages.
Be safe on the ice.
Skaters are permitted to take to the ice only after the zamboni has left the ice, the zamboni gate is closed, and a coach is either rinkside or on the ice.
Skaters shall always be aware of all other skaters on the ice and shall maintain a safe distance from all other skaters.
Do not stop and talk to spectators in the viewing gallery. This creates a potentially dangerous situation since you are not paying attention to other skaters.
Never chew gum while on the ice.
Respect the designated session. No FREESKATING is allowed during a Synchro session.
Use the appropriate dressing rooms. The designated dressing room for boys is # 17, the designated dressing room for families is # 14, and dressing rooms 15 and 16 are reserved for girls only. Under no circumstances shall a person of the opposite gender enter into a dressing room designated "boys" or "girls".
Violations of SMFSC’s STARSkater Code of Conduct will not be tolerated. If you have concerns, either speak to your skater’s coach, or seek out a member of our Board of Directors.
Members/Parents will be contacted if skaters act contrary to the code of conduct and in severe and/or repeat cases a suspension of membership (short or long term) is possible.
