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Coaches' Code of Conduct

The Association follows the Coaches' Code of Conduct that recommended by the Hong Kong Coaching Committee and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.

Coaches serve a number of important roles: teacher, role model, mentor, guardian and trainer. Good coaches are always looking to provide athletes with the mental and physical tools that will equip them to learn, to win, and to uphold the spirit of sportsmanship. To ensure the quality of coaches, the Hong Kong Coaching Committee has formulated a Code of Conduct for coaches to follow:

  1. Treat each athlete as an individual and help him/her to reach full potential.
  2. Promote fair play and show respect for other teams. Accept both the guidelines and the spirit of the rules that define and govern his/her sport.
  3. Keep up with the latest coaching techniques and seek continual improvement.
  4. Provide a safe environment. Check that the equipment and facilities are safe.
  5. Ensure training and competition are suitable for the age and fitness level of the athletes.
  6. Let athletes know the benefit of sport and encourage them to participate in sport throughout their lives.
  7. Do not over train athletes. Maintain athletes' interest and promote their enthusiasm towards sports.
  8. Always lead by example and do not speak foul language.
  9. Avoid any form of harassment towards your athletes. This includes harassment on sex, race and disability.

Guidelines from the Leisure and Cultural Services Department

Strict adherence to regulations is required to avoid the risk of prosecution and revocation of coaching qualifications due to violation of relevant ordinances.
  • Participants’ personal data must be protected. According to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, personal data provided by the Association shall only be used for organizing and promoting activities. It must not be disclosed to any unauthorized individuals and must be carefully safeguarded and properly stored to prevent leakage. In case of loss, the Association must be notified immediately. Upon completion of the course, all participants personal data must be returned to the designated staff of the Association.
    • Note: The attendance sheet is for the coach’s retention only. It must not be shared with others without approval from the Association or consent from the players/parents, and is strictly prohibited from being used for any private purposes.
  • Falsifying attendance records to fraudulently claim coaching allowances constitutes a breach of integrity. If verified through disciplinary proceedings, the offender must refund the full amount of the fraudulently claimed allowance, and their coaching qualifications may be suspended or revoked.
  • Coaches must not introduce or recruit participants to join any private tutoring or activities, or engage in promotional activities or sales of any goods. They must not solicit or accept any benefits (including money, gifts, or discounts) without the Association’s permission. Violators may face disciplinary action and/or prosecution under the Prevention of Bribery Ordinance (Chapter 201).
  • If physical contact with participants is necessary during training, coaches must remain highly vigilant about their words and actions, ensure such contact is necessary and appropriate to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings. They must avoid all behaviors that may constitute harassment or discrimination, including sexual harassment, age discrimination, racial discrimination, and disability discrimination.

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Last updated: 20.12.2025