Rights & Code of Conduct

CCRA’s RIGHTS OF INDIVIDUALS

All participants in rowing, including children, competitors, coxswains, coaches, umpires, marshals and spectators have the right:

To enjoy safe participation in rowing 

To be treated as individuals at all times

• To express their views in ways that are respectful to others
• To be listened to and believed
• To determine their own goals and participation in rowing
• To seek and receive support to help them develop
• To balance rowing and other aspects of their life

To be treated with respect

• To enjoy an environment free of discrimination
• To participate free from the threat of abuse, including verbal abuse, bullying, outbursts of rage, neglect, and sexual harassment
• Not to be subject to humiliation, shame or insult
  

Not to be exploited

• Not to be pressured to train or compete
• To adequate rest and recovery
• Not to train or compete when ill or injured
  

CCRA’s CODE OF CONDUCT FOR ROWERS & PARTICIPANTS

At all times, when practicing, training or competing, rowers and participants should: Follow the policies and procedures of

• Cortlandt Community Rowing Association
• USRowing
• The competition or event
  

Respect the rights, dignity and worth of others

• Act in a sportsmanlike way
• Avoid swearing and shouting
• Do not threaten others nor engage in acts of verbal or physical abuse
• Keep to agreed timings, or inform the relevant person if they are going to be late

Treat the equipment with care and respect

• Learn and follow proper and safe boat handling on land and water
• Do not use damaged equipment, report it for repair to coach or board member
• Participate in boat maintenance and repair
• Keep the boat racks and dock area free of litter and debris

Represent the CCRA at events

• Follow the directions of marshals, umpires and officials
• Accept the decisions of officials
• Support teammates during entire event