A guide for all riders, coaches and supporters
Respect and recognition
- I treat others as I would like to be treated
- I treat everyone with dignity, courtesy and respect
- I appreciate performances by all participants
- I value and recognise good behaviours and the contribution of all
- I communicate openly and provide constructive supportive feedback.
Caring
- I believe welfare of the horse is paramount
- I am considerate of others
- I encourage others to participate but I don’t force the issue
- I never resort to verbal abuse, harassing behaviour, hostility or aggression
Integrity
- I am open, honest and trustworthy
- I do what I say
- I am a Good Sport and encourage others to be the same
Inclusion
- I support and help others
- I am flexible and responsive to people’s needs
- I work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes
- I encourage the participation of all regardless of ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, race, culture or religion
- I contribute towards an enjoyable and safe environment for all.
Our Responsibilities
Club Members
- Embrace and act in accordance with the Code of Conduct
- Role model and share your knowledge of this Code
- Consider and uphold the welfare of the horse in any activity in which
- you participate
- Raise situations that you think might be a breach of this Code with your
- Branch, Club or Area’s officials
- Encourage others to raise their concerns.
Officials, Parents, Guardians, Coaches, Instructors, Administrators, Observers and Supporters
- Keep the Code of Conduct accessible for future reference
- Embrace and act in accordance with the Code of Conduct
- Role model and share your knowledge of the Code