This Athlete Code of Conduct applies to all competitive members of the Yukon Gymnastic Association and its affiliates.

In personal development, as well as athletic development, the athlete himself/herself plays a critical role.  They must understand and respect their relationship and the commitment that is required as a member of a team.  The athletes must also recognize that to achieve complete success they should understand both the values and goals of Gymnastics Canada Gymnastique and the Yukon Gymnastic Association.  The following Code of Conduct has been developed to aid athletes in achieving a level of behavior that will allow them to become well-rounded, self-confident persons who can enjoy competitive gymnastics at all levels.

ATHLETES HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO:

1. Treat everyone fairly within the context of their activity, regardless of gender, place of origin, race, sexual orientation, religion, political belief or economic status.
2. Consistently display high personal stands (stands or standards) and project a favorable image of their sport by:

a)    Refraining from public criticism of gymnasts, coaches, officials or volunteers.

b)    Abstaining from the use of tobacco products.

c)    Abstaining from drinking alcoholic beverages, or using performance enhancing drugs.

d)    Refraining from the use of profane, insulting, harassing or otherwise offensive language.

1. Follow the annual training, competitive program and rules of conduct mutually agreed upon by coaches and athletes, recognizing the responsibility of athletes to adhere to and complete them.
2. Communicate and cooperate with registered health practitioners in the diagnoses, treatment and management of health problems and/or injuries.
3. Regularly seek ways of increasing your athlete development and self-awareness.
4. Uphold the rules of the sport, the spirit of such rules and encourage other athletes to do the same.
5. Treat opponents and officials with due respect, both in victory and defeat.  Encourage other athletes accordingly.
6. Be aware of the role sport plays in all athletes’ lives and respect the pressures that may be placed on themselves, and other athletes, as they strive to balance physical, educational, mental, emotional and spiritual elements of their lives.

ATHLETES MUST:

1. Report any request for sexual acts or threats of reprisal for rejecting such requests.
2. Abide by the Yukon Gymnastic Association’s Harassment Policy.
3. Never advocate or condone the use of drugs, alcohol or other banned performance enhancing substances.
4. Respect the dignity of other athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers.