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A member of Skate Canada, Minden  Skating Club expects all skaters to adhere to the rules of both Skate Canada and the rules and regulations set out by the club. More information on Skate Canada can be found at the following sites:

 

ROWAN'S LAW

 

Rowan’s Law was named for Rowan Stringer, a high school rugby player from Ottawa, who died in the spring of 2013 from a condition known as second impact syndrome (swelling of the brain caused by a subsequent injury that occurred before a previous injury healed). Rowan is believed to have experienced three concussions over six days while playing rugby. She had a concussion but didn’t know her brain needed time to heal. Neither did her parents, teachers or coaches.

In an effort to bring awareness to athletes, parents, teachers and coaches Rowan’s Law (Concussion Safety), 2018 makes it mandatory for sports organizations to:

  • ensure that athletes under 26 years of age,* parents of athletes under 18, coaches, team trainers and officials confirm every year that they have reviewed Ontario’s Concussion Awareness Resources
  • establish a Concussion Code of Conduct that sets out rules of behaviour to support concussion prevention
  • establish a Removal-from-Sport and Return-to-Sport protocol

Annually, at registration, each Skater and their parents/guardians must review the concussion awareness resources and provide confirmation of same before being permitted on the ice.

For More information on Rowan's Law 

 

Parent Code of Conduct

 

In this code, “parents” shall refer to “parents and guardians”.  This code applies to all parents who are members of Skate Canada or have children who are members of Skate Canada.  Parents shall abide by the code at all times when participating in any Skate Canada club or school, competition, or activity.

Parents, along with the professional coaches and athlete(s), shall be considered members of a team whose main concern is the child’s overall progress, development and enjoyment of the sport. 

All parents shall:

  1. Conduct themselves in a responsible manner consistent with the values for fair play, integrity, open communication and mutual respect.
  2. Model positive responsible behaviour and communicate with their son/daughter that they expect them to do the same
  3. Assume the major responsibility for their son/daughters on ice conduct and attitude
  4. Treat individuals and property with dignity, courtesy and respect, including but not limited to skaters, coaches, officials, volunteers, other parents, Arena staff, and all other individuals that are part of the club, skating school, or Skate Canada.
  5. Respect that the professional coach is responsible and empowered for the on-ice development of the athlete. Please watch quietly from the stands or seating area -not by the boards- and refrain from conversing with or offering directions to skaters on the ice.
  6. Notify the coach of any lessons to be missed. Coaches have the prerogative to charge for missed lessons not cancelled the day before.

Skater Code of Conduct

 

Skating is an individualized sport that requires safe and courteous behaviour from all participants, on and off the ice. Each skater is responsible for being aware of and practicing the rules of etiquette and safety noted below. Skaters need to follow these rules to make sure their time on and off the ice is an enjoyable and fun experience for all.

  • Due to insurance requirements, only registered Skate Canada members are permitted on the ice, except in a medical emergency.
  • Safety is our first priority- keep your head up and watch for other skaters
  • Observe Right of Way guidelines for lessons:
  • First priority goes to the skater who is in a lesson and having their music played
  • Second priority goes to skaters in private lessons. As there will be several skaters in a lesson at the same time, be alert and prepare to yield the right of way. If the harness is in use, be aware and avoid that area.
  • Third priority goes to a skater who is doing their solo. Doing the best you can to allow them this courtesy without interruption.

All skaters shall:

  1. Demonstrate courtesy and good sportsmanship to coaches and fellow skaters at all times. If you get in a skater's way, please be polite and apologize. The skater who has the right of way may respectfully remind others of their presence, i.e. “excuse me” or “coming through”.
  2. Get up right away in the event of a fall - it is dangerous to sit on the ice. If you do fall, try to land on your bottom and away from the boards to prevent injury
  3. Dress properly (skating dress, tights/leggings, sweater, gloves etc.) - no jeans - hair must be pulled back from the face (ponytail, braid or bun etc.)
  4. Be on time and to skate the duration of your session.
  5. Tell a coach if you must leave a session before its completion, for safety.
  6. Use the bathroom and have everything needed (water, sweater, gloves), before coming on the ice
  7. Sit in the box for a few minutes if a rest is required
  8. Refrain from standing at the boards for long periods of time.
  9. Respect that food, drink, and gum are not permitted on the ice; plastic water bottles are acceptable, but must be left at the boards. Glass bottles are prohibited.
  10. Refrain from bringing cell phones on the ice for the purpose of conversation; audio and texting.
  11. Keep dressing rooms clean. Any type of garbage should be put in the garbage bin and not left on the floor.  If something is spilled it is up to the skater to let a member of the arena staff know.
  12. Be respectful of all coaches.
  13. Make the most of your ice time by trying new things, testing your programs or working on skills (as recommended by coaches). If skaters wish to work on programs that are not coach directed, please consult with coaches to determine appropriate time for such practice.
  14. Notify the coach of any lessons to be missed. Coaches have the prerogative to charge for missed lessons not cancelled the day before
  15. Remember to say thank you to your coaches and others who support you (your parents too!)
  16. Use appropriate language and conversations in the dressing room, and on the ice. Be aware of your audience and who is listening. Act professionally.