Code of Conduct

These rules are applicable to all Skaters, Parents and Professionals representing the Mt Washington Valley Skating Club.

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1.  Courtesy is expected at all times on and off the ice, be respectful toward other skaters, parents and professionals.  Discourteous comments regarding any skaters, parents or professionals will not be tolerated.

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2.  Skaters should pre-pay for their ice time using the registration page of the club website.

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3.  All skaters must be members of the United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA).  Non-Club members must produce their USFSA membership card upon request.

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4.  Food and gum are not allowed on the ice for safety reasons.

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5.  No shoes allowed on the ice.

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6.  Parents and spectators should limit their time in the hockey boxes due to safety regulations.

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7.  During any skating session, skaters should be practicing and moving along the ice.  Please do not sit, lie or crawl on the ice.  If you fall, get up immediately (unless injured).

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8.  A skater in a spin cannot move to avoid a collision.  It is the responsibility of the skater moving toward the spinning skater to change direction to avoid a collision.

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9.  For safety reasons, Coaches and the Board of Directors have the authority to remove a skater from the ice if their behavior or ability places the skater or other skaters at risk, regardless of level. Coaches may also ask a skater to take a break after a fall to assess injury.

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10.  Skaters and parents are advised that any abuse of the rules and regulations may result in the skater being excused from the ice for a period of time to be determined by the Board of Directors.

Any person aware of a violation should submit a written complaint to the Board of Directors.