These guidelines have been extracted from the ASA Child Protection in Swimming Procedures and Guidelines that Taunton Deane Swimming have adopted.

This code applies to all persons who are members, parents/guardians of members, coaches/teachers, helpers or participants acting on behalf of Taunton Deane Swimming Club.

Please do read carefully the contents.

Taunton Deane Swimming has adopted the ASA Code of Ethics as shown below.

This Code of Ethics was written with specific reference to Teachers and Coaches. However, most aspects of this Code are also applicable to other people involved in the sport. Therefore all Members of the ASA, should be aware that this Code also applies to them. Please see the accompanying Note for Guidance which does not form part of this Code but which are intended to assist Members in its interpretation.

The ASA and IOS acknowledge that a large part of this Code of Ethics has been derived from the code produced by the Industry Lead Body for Sport and Recreation. The Code published below will remain operational unless and until notice of any changes and amendments is given by the ASA.  The British Swimming Coaches & Teaching Association (BSCTA) endorses this Code of Ethics.

Fees are payable by monthly standing order as per the Club’s constitution.