EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY

Not everyone will be a superstar, but the benefits that competition brings: self discipline; goal setting; self motivation; honesty; self-confidence; team camaraderie; experience of success & how to deal with defeat; academic structure & strength; physical fitness & development, & friends, can all be viewed as valuable life skills.  Ultimately though, competitive swimming is a fun team sport where everyone participates & everyone wins through individual & team accomplishments.


The Swimmers
We aim to give all swimmers, regardless of gender, age, ability, disability, religion, race or social /economic background equal opportunities.
They should be able to access swimming and develop at a level which is appropriate to them.
The swimmers are given equal opportunities to make choices and take decisions that affect their performance and behaviour.


The Parents
Parents are always to be made welcome at Christchurch Seagulls Swimming Club. They should feel that the club's staff is approachable and accessible. Staff should always be positive, courteous and helpful. Seagulls aims to provide all parents with quality information about their child's progress. Also, they should feel that the they can contribute to the life of the swimming club. Seagulls is always trying to involve parents who can help and is very grateful for their contribution, large or small.

Please remember that most of our coaches, committee members and other helpers are volunteers, giving their time freely to help your children and your club.


Staff at Seagulls
All coaches, officials, volunteers, and committee members are valued and appreciated. We aim to promote a culture of empowerment and continuous improvement in Seagulls.
We consider that all staff should have equal opportunity to take part in, and have access to:
- Development and training
- Decision making (to help shape the club)
- Information