Ethics & Welfare

Gymnastics Ireland is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for young people who participate in our activities, which reflects the guidelines contained in our Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport.

For further information, please contact Dermot Howlin, Policy & Welfare Manager

Email – [email protected]
01/6251125

We aim to provide gymnastics opportunities for all ages and levels of ability. We aim to develop gymnastics in Ireland from the basic participation, fun and recreational levels through to competitive levels to the highest standards.

Coaches, Parents and Administrators all have a role to play in promoting good practice at the various levels of Gymnastics Ireland. The safety and welfare of every young gymnast is paramount. We hope that the guidelines and procedures outlined in the code will add to the existing good practice being applied in Clubs and furthermore ensure that good practice is applied at all levels of Irish Gymnastics.

To download the code of ethics click here

Gymnastics Ireland Code of Ethics developed in full consultation with & approved by The Irish Sports Council and Sport Northern Ireland.

For additional information, you can download Sport Ireland’s Safeguarding Guidance for Children and Young People in Sport - https://www.sportireland.ie/Participation/Code_of_Ethics/Safeguarding%20Guidance/

SUPPORT DOCUMENTS AND CODE SHEETS

Code Sheet 1: Code of Conduct for Coaches

Code Sheet 2: Code of Conduct for Young Gymnasts

Code Sheet 3: Code of Conduct for Administrators

Code Sheet 4: Code of Conduct for Parents/Guardians

Code Sheet 5: Questions for Parents/Guardians

Code Sheet 6: Code Of Conduct For Spectators

Code Sheet 7: Child Welfare & Protection Procedures

Code Sheet 8A: Adult Membership Application Form

Code Sheet 8B: Confidential Reference Form

Code Sheet 9: U18 Membership Application Form

Code Sheet 10: Club Behaviour Guidelines for Youths