1. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every human being.

   • Within the context of the activity, treat everyone equally regardless of sex, disability, ethnic origin or religion.

2.  Ensure the athlete's time spent with you is a positive experience.

   • All athletes are deserving of equal attention and opportunities.
3. Treat each athlete as an individual.
   •  Respect the talent, developmental stage and goals of each individual athlete.
   • Help each athlete reach their full potential.
4. Be fair, considerate and honest with athletes.
5. Be professional and accept responsibility for your actions.
   • Language, manner, punctuality, preparation and presentation should display high standards.
   • Display control, respect, dignity and professionalism to all involved with the sport - this includes opponents, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents and spectators.
   • Encourage your athletes to demonstrate the same qualities.
6. Make a commitment to providing a quality service to your athletes.
   • Maintain or improve your current NRCAS accreditation.
   • Seek continual improvement through performance appraisal and ongoing coach education.
   • Provide a training program which is planned and sequential.
   • Maintain appropriate records.
7. Operate within the rules and spirit of your sport.
   • The guidelines of national and international bodies governing your sport should be followed. Please contact your sport for a copy of its rule book, constitution, by-laws, relevant policies, e.g. Anti-doping Policy, selection procedures etc.
   • Coaches should educate their athletes on drugs in sport issues in consultation with Sport Integrity Australia (SIA).
8. Any physical contact with athletes should be:
   • appropriate to the situation.
   • necessary for the athlete's skill development
9. Refrain from any form of personal abuse towards your athletes.
   • This includes verbal, physical and emotional abuse.
   • Be alert to any forms of abuse directed towards your athletes from other sources whilst they are in your care.
10. Refrain from any form of harassment towards your athletes.
    • This includes sexual and racial harassment, racial vilification and harassment on the grounds of disability
    • You should not only refrain from initiating a relationship with an athlete but should also discourage any attempt by an athlete to initiate a sexual relationship with you, explaining the ethical basis of your refusal.
11. Provide a safe environment for training and competition.
    • Ensure equipment and facilities meet safety standards.
    • Equipment, rules, training and the environment need to be appropriate for the age and ability of the athletes.
12. Show concern and caution towards sick and injured athletes.
    • Provide a modified training program where appropriate.
    • Allow further participation in training and competition only when appropriate.
    • Encourage athletes to seek medical advice when required.
    • Maintain the same interest and support towards sick and injured athletes.
13. Be a positive role model for your sport and athletes. 

Coaches should:

• Be treated with respect and openness.
• Have access to self-improvement opportunities.
• Be matched with a level of coaching appropriate to their level of competence.