New Member Registration

Please Note

Welcome to Beacon Swimming Club!

Here are some policies that we need you to read so you can complete the form, the links are below.

BSC Member Privacy Policy amended December 2018.pdf

BSC Website Privacy Policy.pdf

Swim England Data Protection Notice.pdf

Once your membership has been accepted please log in to the club website www.beaconswimmingclub.co.uk and set up a Direct Debit for payment of monthly squad fees, club kit, galas, competitions etc.  Information on how to set up a Direct Debit can be found at GO CARDLESS SETUP PROCEDURE GENERAL-1 (2) (1).pdf

The information in the first section below relates to the swimmer.  Once you have completed this information there is an option to create a Parents account.  If the swimmer is Under 18 please complete this with the Parents/Guardian details unless you already have a Parent account for an existing swimmer.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the website and we be happy to help.

Member Details



Consents

Do you consent to being photographed in line with our Photo policy?

Do you consent to being photographed in line with our Video policy?

Do you consent to your name/image being shown in publicity?

Do you consent to National Swimming Body displaying your swim times on their website?
Caution! If you choose no here your times will not be visible in the Rankings Database which may affect your ability to enter events. Event organisers may in these cases require proof of age and/or of eligibility to enter

Do you give the club the right to act in the best interests of the member, for example, in an injury situation?

Under the UK Data Protection Act 2018 (commonly known as General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR), you must consent to us storing your information

To effectively run our club we will need to contact you for example when sending out gala eligibility emails and other communications relating to the club. In entering your details here, you are automatically acknowledging this.
Code of Conduct

You must agree to the following:

Code of Conduct for Parents/Guardians - April 2023

Code of Conduct for  parents/guardians

 

As a parent/guardian of a club member we understand you have the right to:

  • Be assured that your child is safeguarded during their time with us.

  • Know how to access our club policies, rules and procedures.

  • Know who the Welfare Officer is and how to contact them.

  • Know that any concerns about your child’s welfare will be listened to and responded to.

  • Know what qualifications and training those with responsibility for your child have.

  • Be informed of problems or concerns relating to your child, where appropriate.

  • Know the procedure should your child be involved in an accident or become injured.

  • Provide your consent or otherwise for photography and trips away.

  • Make a complaint to the club committee or Welfare Officer (as appropriate).

 

As a parent/guardian of a club member we expect you to:

Essentials

  1. Make sure your child has the right kit for training and competitions as well as enough food and drink.

  2. Ensure your child arrives to sessions on time and is picked up promptly.

  3. Inform us if you’re running late to collect your child or if your child is going home with someone else.

  4. Complete all consent, contact and medical forms and update us straight away if anything changes.

  5. Maintain a good relationship with your child’s coach or teacher.

  6. Tell us if you wish to talk to us about any concerns regarding your child. We will arrange a mutually convenient time so you can talk to us.

  7. Not enter poolside or interrupt training or competitions unless in an emergency situation.

 

Behaviour

 

  1. Remember that children get a wide range of benefits from participating in one of our sports, like making friends, getting exercise and developing skills. It’s not all about wins and losses.

  2. Behave positively as a spectator at training or competitions and treat others with respect.

  3. Give encouragement to your child and tell them when they’ve done well and provide support when they are struggling.

  4. Respect and celebrate difference in our club or activity and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of gender, race, sexual orientation, faith or ability.

  5. Respect the children and adults competing for other teams at competitions.

  6. Respect the committee members, coaching and teaching team and all volunteer helpers at the club.

  7. Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated by the club.

  8. Understand that poor behaviour may result in the club taking disciplinary action against you. Any behaviour which alleges a criminal offence will be reported to police by the club.

  9. Talk to your child and ensure they understand the rules of the club and the sport.

  10. Ensure your child understands their Code of Conduct.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee. Continued issues and repeated breaches may result in parents/ guardians being asked not to attend the club, something we never want to do.

Code of Conduct for Swimmers - April 2023

Code of Conduct for Swimmers

 

As a member of our club, we understand you have the right to:

  • Enjoy the time you spend with us and know that you are safe.

  • Be told who you can talk to if something’s not right.

  • Be listened to.

  • Be involved and contribute towards decisions within the club or activity.

  • Be respected by us and other team members and be treated fairly.

  • Feel welcomed, valued and not judged based on your race, gender, sexuality, faith or ability.

  • Be encouraged and develop your swimming, para-swimming, diving, high diving, artistic swimming, water polo and open water swimming skills with our help and support.

  • Be looked after if there’s an accident or injury and have your parents/guardians informed, where appropriate.

As a member of our club or activity we expect you to:

Essentials

  1. Keep yourself safe by listening to your coach or teacher, behave responsibly and speak out when something isn’t right.

  2. Take care of our equipment and premises as if they were your own.

  3. Make it to training and competitions on time and if you’re running late, let a member of the club know.

  4. Make your coach or teacher aware if you have any difficulties attending training or competitions.

  5. Not wander off, or leave training or a competition without telling your coach, teacher or team manager.

  6. Bring the right kit to training and competitions.

  7. Follow the rules of the club, squad or activity at all times.

  8. Respect the privacy of others especially in the changing rooms.

Behaviour

  1. Make our club and activity a fun, happy, friendly and welcoming place to be.

  2. Respect and celebrate difference in our club or activity and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, faith or ability.

  3. Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated by the club.

  4. Not use any device to take photographs or footage of others in the changing rooms or cubicles.

  5. Report any concerns you have about others taking photographs or footage of others in the changing rooms or poolside.

  6. Understand that poor behaviour may result in the club taking disciplinary action against you. Any behaviour which may be a criminal offence will be reported to police by the club.

  7. Report any incidents of bullying or unkind behaviour to the club, even if you’re just a witness.

  8. Treat other children with respect and appreciate that everyone has a different level of skill or talent.

  9. Support and encourage your team mates, tell them when they’ve done well and be there for them when they are struggling.

  10. Respect the children and adults competing for other teams at competitions.

  11. Respect the committee members, coaching and teaching team and all volunteer helpers at the club.

  12. Get involved in club decisions, it’s your sport too.

 

Breaches of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee.

Consent Form and Privacy Notice for Members

Medical Details
Please notify the club below if your child has any of the following impairments, or any other condition we should be aware of.
This is to enable the coaches to properly accommodate and safeguard your child during club activities:
Visual impairment, learning disability, hearing impairment, physical disability, multiple disability or any other need the coaches should be aware of to enable your training.
Parent Details
IF the details you entered above are a child's details AND you are their parent/guardian, please click the check box below and enter your details if you have not already entered your own details on a previous form or you don't already have an account:

Only click this if you Do NOT already have an account

Enter your details below and a parent account will be automatically created for you and linked to your child's account:

You must agree to the following:

Code of Conduct for Parents/Guardians - April 2023

Code of Conduct for  parents/guardians

 

As a parent/guardian of a club member we understand you have the right to:

  • Be assured that your child is safeguarded during their time with us.

  • Know how to access our club policies, rules and procedures.

  • Know who the Welfare Officer is and how to contact them.

  • Know that any concerns about your child’s welfare will be listened to and responded to.

  • Know what qualifications and training those with responsibility for your child have.

  • Be informed of problems or concerns relating to your child, where appropriate.

  • Know the procedure should your child be involved in an accident or become injured.

  • Provide your consent or otherwise for photography and trips away.

  • Make a complaint to the club committee or Welfare Officer (as appropriate).

 

As a parent/guardian of a club member we expect you to:

Essentials

  1. Make sure your child has the right kit for training and competitions as well as enough food and drink.

  2. Ensure your child arrives to sessions on time and is picked up promptly.

  3. Inform us if you’re running late to collect your child or if your child is going home with someone else.

  4. Complete all consent, contact and medical forms and update us straight away if anything changes.

  5. Maintain a good relationship with your child’s coach or teacher.

  6. Tell us if you wish to talk to us about any concerns regarding your child. We will arrange a mutually convenient time so you can talk to us.

  7. Not enter poolside or interrupt training or competitions unless in an emergency situation.

 

Behaviour

 

  1. Remember that children get a wide range of benefits from participating in one of our sports, like making friends, getting exercise and developing skills. It’s not all about wins and losses.

  2. Behave positively as a spectator at training or competitions and treat others with respect.

  3. Give encouragement to your child and tell them when they’ve done well and provide support when they are struggling.

  4. Respect and celebrate difference in our club or activity and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of gender, race, sexual orientation, faith or ability.

  5. Respect the children and adults competing for other teams at competitions.

  6. Respect the committee members, coaching and teaching team and all volunteer helpers at the club.

  7. Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated by the club.

  8. Understand that poor behaviour may result in the club taking disciplinary action against you. Any behaviour which alleges a criminal offence will be reported to police by the club.

  9. Talk to your child and ensure they understand the rules of the club and the sport.

  10. Ensure your child understands their Code of Conduct.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee. Continued issues and repeated breaches may result in parents/ guardians being asked not to attend the club, something we never want to do.

xCode of Conduct for parents/guardians - August 2022

Code of Conduct for parents/guardians

As a parent/guardian of a club member we understand you have the right to:

  • Be assured that your child is safeguarded during their time with us.

  • Know how to access our club policies, rules and procedures.

  • Know who the Welfare Officer is and how to contact them.

  • Know that any concerns about your child’s welfare will be listened to and responded to.

  • Know what qualifications and training those with responsibility for your child have.

  • Be informed of problems or concerns relating to your child, where appropriate.

  • Know the procedure should your child be involved in an accident or become injured.

  • Provide your consent or otherwise for photography and trips away.

  • Make a complaint to the club committee or Welfare Officer (as appropriate).

As a parent/guardian of a club member we expect you to:

Essentials

  • Make sure your child has the right kit for training and competitions as well as enough food and drink.

  • Ensure your child arrives to sessions on time and is picked up promptly.

  • Inform us if you’re running late to collect your child or if your child is going home with someone else.

  • Complete all consent, contact and medical forms and update us straight away if anything changes.

  • Maintain a good relationship with your child’s coach or teacher.

  • Tell us if you wish to talk to us about any concerns regarding your child. We will arrange a mutually convenient time so you can talk to us.

  • Not enter poolside or interrupt training or competitions unless in an emergency situation.

Behaviour

  • Remember that children get a wide range of benefits from participating in one of our sports, like making friends, getting exercise and developing skills. It’s not all about wins and losses.

  • Behave positively as a spectator at training or competitions and treat others with respect.

  • Give encouragement to your child and tell them when they’ve done well and provide support when they are struggling.

  • Respect and celebrate difference in our club or activity and not discriminate against anyone else on the grounds of gender, race, sexual orientation, faith or ability.

  • Respect the children and adults competing for other teams at competitions.

  • Respect the committee members, coaching and teaching team and all volunteer helpers at the club.

  • Understand that the use of abusive or inappropriate language, bullying, physical violence or any other behaviour which hurts others will not be tolerated by the club.

  • Understand that poor behaviour may result in the club taking disciplinary action against you. Any behaviour which alleges a criminal offence will be reported to police by the club.

  • Talk to your child and ensure they understand the rules of the club and the sport.

  • Ensure your child understands their Code of Conduct.

Breaches of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action being taken against you by the club committee. Continued issues and repeated breaches may result in parents/ guardians being asked not to attend the club, something we never want to do.

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