Disciplinary Policy
This is the part we hopefully will not need at all this summer- but unfortunately kids will be kids!
Coaches’ instructions must be followed by swimmers to protect all participants and to allow swimmers to use their practice time appropriately. If a swimmer directly disobeys a coach’s instructions, the following consequences will be enforced.
When the group or part of the group is being disruptive or having trouble paying attention, the coaches may give the swimmers something different to do- such as lunges around the pool deck, push-ups, etc. This is especially useful with the 8 and up swimmers whose parents may not be at the pool.
Progression of Consequences
1.Coach verbally reminds the swimmer of appropriate behavior with firm, positive tone and eye to eye contact.
2.If parent is present, coach will ask the parent to help the swimmer to exhibit appropriate behavior.
3.The swimmer will be asked to take a “time-out” away from the practice/meet. Parents will be notified.
4.The swimmer will be asked to leave the practice/meet (whichever applies) for that day. Parents and the chair of the steering committee will be notified of the disciplinary action.
5.If the behavior persists, the coach will ask the swimmer not to return for more than one day, up to four days, depending on the severity of the behavior. Parents, the chair of the steering committee and the President of the MARC Board will be notified.
6.The swimmer will be asked to miss a meet. Parents, the chair of the steering committee and the President of the MARC Board will be notified. In the case of behavior that is extreme or dangerous to others, coaches may proceed directly to consequence #4 or beyond, depending on the severity of the behavior. Behavior that is disruptive or dangerous to others will not be permitted. If a coach enforces any consequences from steps three through six, then the coach must notify the parent either verbally or via e-mail of the behavior and the consequence.
7.If the behavior is extremely disruptive, dangerous, and/or ongoing, the swimmer can be asked to leave the team. This action requires a recommendation from the steering committee and approval by the MARC Board of Directors. No refunds will be given when a child is removed from the team due to behavioral misconduct.
