Feeling Safe

🛡️ Your Safety Comes First! 🛡️

At our swim club, keeping you safe and happy is the most important thing - even more important than winning races or getting fast times!

💚 What Does "Being Safe" Mean?

Being safe means:

• You should always feel happy and comfortable at swimming
• Everyone should be kind and respectful to you
• You should never feel scared, worried or upset when you're with us
• Swimming should be fun! 

All our coaches and helpers are specially trained to keep you safe. They follow important rules to make sure our club is a great place to be!

If Something Doesn't Feel Right

This is really important:

If anything makes you feel uncomfortable, upset, confused or worried, you should ALWAYS tell a grown-up.

⭐ Remember: You will NEVER get in trouble for speaking up! If something feels wrong, it probably is - and we want to help you.

You are always allowed to say "stop" or "I don't like that." Your feelings are important! 

Being Kind to Everyone

Everyone at our club should feel welcome and included. That means being kind:

• In the pool 
• On poolside 
• At competitions 
• Online 

If you see someone being bullied, telling an adult is the right thing to do. You're helping to keep everyone safe!

Staying Safe Online

Sometimes we use group chats, share photos, or post on social media about swimming.

Important rules:

• Be kind online just like you would be in person
• Never share personal information (like your address or phone number)
• If you get a message that makes you uncomfortable, tell a trusted adult straight away

✨ You Have a Voice! ✨

You have the right to feel safe, respected and supported.

If you ever have a worry - big or small - we are here to listen. Swimming should always be safe, fun and something you look forward to! 💙🏊