Lakeside Wheelers Cycling Club  - Code of Conduct

Lakeside Wheelers Cycling Club have adopted  Cycling Irelands Code of Conduct 

Lakeside Wheelers Cycling Club  is committed to promoting a safe, fair, and respectful sporting environment for everyone involved in cycling. This Code of Conduct sets the standards of behaviour expected from all participants, coaches, officials, supporters, parents/guardians, clubs, and volunteers. When you   pay your membership  - you are agreeing to abide by this code of conduct.   Here is a short summary of the code of conduct.

Summary of our Code of Conduct 

Core Principles

• Treat everyone with respect, fairness, and dignity regardless of background or identity.

• Uphold the values of integrity, honesty, and sportsmanship at all times.

• Promote a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment for cycling.

• Place the safety, welfare, and enjoyment of participants—especially children and vulnerable adults—above all else.

• Follow Cycling Ireland, UCI, and safeguarding rules, policies, and procedures.

• Act as role models, showing respect to teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and supporters.

• Accept and respect the decisions of officials.

• Encourage fair play, effort, and participation regardless of results.

• Work together to promote good practice, accountability, and safety.

• Support volunteers, coaches, and officials, recognising their contribution.

• Keep communication constructive and age-appropriate, especially with young riders.

• Remain calm, fair, and professional in all situations.

• Report incidents, breaches, or concerns promptly and appropriately.

Unacceptable Behaviour

• Verbal, physical, emotional, or online abuse, bullying, intimidation, or harassment.

• Discrimination based on gender, race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or other status.

• Use of foul, offensive, or threatening language/gestures.

• Violence, unfair tactics, or bringing the sport into disrepute.

• Ridiculing or embarrassing participants, especially children.

• Misuse of social media to abuse, undermine, or spread offensive content.

• Ignoring safeguarding rules or failing to act in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults.

• Aggressively challenging officials’ decisions or integrity.

Reporting & Sanctions

• Report breaches to the relevant  group leader(s),  club committee member, or Cycling Ireland.

• Sanctions may include warnings, fines, loss of results/points, suspension or expulsion, or other penalties deemed appropriate by the club committee

• Suspected criminal behaviour must be reported to the relevant authorities.

Everyones Responsiblity

• This Code applies before, during, and after all cycling activities.

• Every participant has a duty to protect the reputation of cycling

• Support a culture of respect and fairness.

• Promote safe, positive experiences for all.

Please follow this link to read the full text of Cycling Ireland  Code of Conduct