Training Rules & Behavior Policy (Children & Teens)
 

1. Introduction:

 

This Training Rules & Behavior Policy defines the standards of conduct expected from children and teenage participants during group training sessions at Volleyball Empire Academy.

 

The purpose of this policy is to create a focused, respectful, and safe training environment that supports learning, development, and enjoyment of volleyball.

 

This policy applies equally to all participants in children and teenage group sessions.

 

 

2. Expected Behavior:

 

Participants are expected to demonstrate the following behavior during training sessions:

 

Attention to the Coach:

When the coach is speaking or explaining drills:

 

• all participants must remain silent;

• balls must be on the floor;

• no bouncing, throwing, kicking, clapping, or talking is allowed.

 

Only the coach speaks during explanations.

 

Active Participation:

Participants are expected to:

• follow instructions;

• make a genuine effort in all drills;

• remain engaged throughout the session.

 

Questions may be asked after explanations, without interrupting.

 

Respect for Others:

Participants must treat teammates and coaches with respect, avoid distractions, and contribute to a positive training atmosphere.

 

Readiness to Return After a Pause:

After a pause, a participant may return to the court only after the minimum pause time has passed and only when readiness to work is demonstrated through calm behavior, attention, and focus.

 

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3. Unacceptable Behavior:

 

The following behaviors are not permitted during training sessions:

• talking while the coach is speaking or explaining drills;

• uncontrolled or unsafe use of the ball outside of the coach’s instructions;

• lying on the floor or disengaging while the group is working;

• distracting, disturbing, or disrupting other participants;

• teasing, name-calling, mocking, or humiliating others;

• deliberately refusing to participate or make an effort;

• unsafe behavior or misuse of equipment.

 

 

4. Consequences for Rule Violations:

 

Violations of this policy will result in the following consequences:

 

First violation (same session):

Verbal reminder and a 3-minute pause off the court.

 

Second violation (same session):

A 7-minute pause off the court and parent notification after the session.

 

Third violation (same session):

Removal from activity until the end of the session and a mandatory conversation with parents.

 

Repeated behavioral issues within the same semester:

• First conversation with parents: formal warning.

• Second conversation: one-week suspension.

• Third conversation: termination of participation in the program, with any unused sessions handled according to the academy’s payment policy.

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Patterns of behavior from previous semesters may be taken into account when determining group placement or continuation.

 

 

5. Emotional Responses:

 

Emotional reactions such as frustration, disappointment, or tears are not considered disciplinary violations.

 

The coach supports the participant in regaining a working mindset and returning to training.

 

 

6. Safety:

 

Any behavior that puts the participant or others at risk may result in immediate removal from the activity, regardless of the stage of the disciplinary process.

 

 

7. Final Statement:

 

This policy exists to support discipline, learning, and long-term development.

Consistency and cooperation between participants, parents, and coaches are essential.

 

Participation in training sessions implies acknowledgment and acceptance of this Training Rules & Behavior Policy, Volleyball Empire Academy’s Terms & Conditions, and Attendance & Training Organization Policy.