WPVA group definition and General Etiquette to be upheld by all members. What is a WPVA member? A WPVA member is someone who is coached by a WPVA Coach, it's as simple as that! Our current coaches are Ed Thompson, Sam H.Smith and Liam Hillier. What do you get as a member? 1. You get 1st access to poles 2. Tailor made plans, where necessary 3. Top level coaching from a team led By Mr Thompson who has a lifetime of experience
Etiquette:
Respect - Be polite at all times, speak as you wish to be spoken too
Language - Age Appropriate language to be used at all times, our group is of mixed age, levels and development - young to Masters! Please use appropriate language and conversation - NO SWEARING
Equality - everyone is equal in this group, no one is better than anyone else, and we should all be supportive at all times
Clothing - Wear appropriate clothing at all times
Equipment - if you borrow equipment, We expect it back next session. NO EXCEPTIONS, unless discussed with a WPVA coach first. If the equipment has been damaged through neglect, you will be expected to replace it
Facilities - when using the facilities, please respect the other events going on and leave areas clean and tidy.
Show respect by listening to your coaches, they are giving up their time freely and are there to help you
In return, we promise too:
Adhere to the UKA Equality and Diversity policy
Offer an inclusive environment where everyone is heard
Provide the coaching required for each individual athlete at the appropriate level and to the best of our ability
Provide poles and bags for necessary competitions
Provide the necessary equipment for your training and to help you achieve targets
Provide support (where needed/requested) to an appropriate level
Discuss and agree appropriate targets for the year for each athlete