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Team Kennet Triathlon & Athletics Club

Club Rules & Policies

The rules, standards and policies that help Team Kennet provide a safe, welcoming and positive environment for athletes, parents, coaches, officials and volunteers.

Team Kennet is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its members.

We encourage all members, coaches, helpers, administrators and parents to be open, show respect and raise any concern or complaint with the Club Welfare Officer or Club Chair.

Club Rules

All Team Kennet members are expected to follow these standards during training, competitions and whenever representing the club.

  1. All members must compete within the rules of their sport and respect officials and their decisions.
  2. All members must show respect towards opponents, teammates, coaches, volunteers and other clubs.
  3. Members should arrive at the agreed time for training and competitions. A coach or team manager should be informed if a member is going to be late or unable to attend.
  4. Members must wear suitable sports clothing and footwear for training. A Team Kennet club vest must be worn when representing the club in competitions.
  5. Junior members are expected to represent Team Kennet at a minimum of three meetings each year. Under-9 athletes are exempt.
  6. Membership, training and competition fees must be paid promptly.
  7. Smoking, vaping and abusive or offensive language are not permitted on club premises or while representing Team Kennet.
  8. Members must not consume, possess or be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs on club premises or while representing the club.
  9. A member wishing to leave Team Kennet must resign in writing to the Membership Secretary. In certain circumstances, a transfer fee may apply to athletes aged under 15 and above.

Club Policies

Select a policy below to open or download the full document.

Club Inclusion Policy

Our commitment to providing inclusive and accessible opportunities throughout the club.

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Parents & Spectators Code of Conduct

Expected standards of conduct for parents, carers and spectators supporting Team Kennet athletes.

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Disciplinary Procedure

The procedure followed when there is an alleged breach of club rules, conduct standards or membership requirements.

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The principles used to promote fairness, dignity, equality and respect throughout Team Kennet.

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Governance Guidance & Policies

Governance guidance and supporting policy documents from England Athletics.

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Photography & Video Policy

Guidance covering photography and video recording of Team Kennet athletes at training, events and competitions.

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Privacy Policy – GDPR

Information explaining how Team Kennet collects, uses, protects and stores personal data.

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Team Kennet Athlete Agreement 2026

The current agreement outlining the responsibilities and expected conduct of Team Kennet athletes.

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UK Athletics Anti-Doping Rules

Athletes entering competitions held under UK Athletics rules are deemed to have accepted the UK Athletics Anti-Doping Rules and the authority of UK Anti-Doping in their application and enforcement.

These rules apply to entrants participating in athletics for 12 months from the date of entry, regardless of citizenship or country of residence.

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Questions or concerns about club conduct, safeguarding or these policies should be raised with the Club Welfare Officer or Club Chair through the contact page.