Attendance Expectations

All athletes are expected to attend every scheduled class and training session. Skills, routines, timing, safety, and team success depend on regular, consistent practice. Missing training impacts not just the individual athlete, but the entire team.

We are enforcing a 3-strike attendance rule from now until July.(this includes technique & tumble classes)

All coaches will be keeping a formal attendance register

Any athlete who misses more than 3 classes during this period will:

Not be permitted to take part in the show

Not be allowed to audition for travel teams

Potentially taken out of their team for the following competition

Not be considered for elite team placement in the upcoming season

Will not take part in any Guest Camps.

These standards are non-negotiable and apply to all athletes equally.

Illness, Injury & Holidays

We do understand that life happens — holidays are planned and illness can occur. However, we need clarity and consistency.

Sickness absence is defined as:Vomiting and/or diarrhoea only

General tiredness, minor colds, or “not feeling great” do not qualify as excused absences

Injured athletes are still required to attend class, sit out physically, observe, and take mental notes of changes, choreography, and corrections

This is part of developing elite athlete mindset and accountability.

Communication is Essential

If your child must be absent, parents or athletes must message the team group chat before class. Lack of communication will be recorded as an unexcused absence.

Parent Support

We are asking for full parent support during this crucial period. High standards only work when athletes, coaches, and families are aligned. Please work with us to ensure your athlete is giving themselves — and their team — the best possible chance to succeed.

If you have any questions or concerns, please message the TLC business page to arrange a meeting with the TLC Head Coach.

athlete code of conduct

As a team member, you are now an ambassador for Team Love Cheer (TLC). This means you will be held to the highest standard of behavior when attending any All Star events including practices, competitions, social events and performances. We know that you will do your best to represent TLC in the most positive way and contribute to your team this season. Please review this Athlete Code of Conduct for all of our expectations in regards to behaviour, sportsmanship etc.

General

1. All athletes will be expected to respect the coaches’ judgments and instructions and are also responsible for cooperating with their teammates and other participants

2. No athlete/participant is to attempt or is permitted to teach any form of cheerleading/gymnastics or spot skills without receiving proper training and express permission from a head coach (this includes parents).

3. No athlete/participant is to use the gym equipment unless authorized by a staff member.

Attendance

1. Attendance at all trainings, extra-trainings, competitions and performances is mandatory for Elite team members. (please note Elite teams train though the October & Easter school holidays)

2. Missing any team event for the following reasons is not acceptable for Elite team members: Social Events, Other sports or co-curriculars, school work (athletes must learn to manage their time effectively), Injury, Mild/Non-contagious sickness, overtired etc.

3. It is not acceptable for parents to punish their child by making them miss a cheerleading practice as this effects the whole team.

4. If an athlete is injured we still require them to attend, however; they may sit out of training and watch for changes to choreography & positioning.

5. Missing team events for major illness or bereavement is acceptable. Please notify your coach should this occur.

6. In the event that an athlete does miss a team event or training they will be re-positioned in the routine in order to avoid further disruption to the progress of other team members.

7. Our attendance policy is in place to ensure the safety and progress of all team members. We understand that family time is important and we encourage cheerleaders to have interests outside of cheerleading. We also hope to use this policy to teach our cheerleaders the importance of commitment and time management. We thank you in advance for your support in this endeavor. If there are unexcused absences this may affect your position in the routine or you may be asked to leave the team.

Gym Rules

1. Personal items should be placed in the changing area and not on the gym floor.

2. Food and drink are allowed only in designated areas. Please no glass containers. ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD OR DRINK on the cheer floors.

3. NO GUM is allowed in the gym.

4. All mobile phones and ipads etc must be turned off once practice starts.

5. Do not bring items of value to the gym. (IPOD, Jewelry, IPHONES etc..) TLC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Practice

1. Lateness will not be tolerated. Athletes should arrive 5 minutes in advance of their scheduled class time.

2. Athletes must be changed into appropriate practice gear with jewellery removed at by the time class begins.

3. ALL participants must stay in the waiting area until his/her class begins.

Behaviour

1. Disrespectful behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to the following: (a) The use of inappropriate language towards another athlete, coach, parent or staff member; (b) Inappropriate comments made about or to another athlete, coach, parent or staff member; (c) Lack or cooperation or willingness to participate positively in class sessions; (d) Bullying other athletes, coaches, staff members or parents affiliated with TLC either within scheduled training time or in your own time; (e) Poor sportsmanship or negative comments towards other competition teams whether at practice, competition or in your own time. Please note: This policy applies to all internet or social media sites.

2. Physical Violence or any kind of behaviour which is in violation of any governing law will result in the athlete(s) in question being asked to leave the programme.

3. TLC has a zero tolerance policy for bullying or negative behaviour of any kind. We are committed to teaching our athletes positive behaviour and reaction strategies; however, should this behaviour continue to effect the team and its affiliates the athlete(s) in question will be asked to leave the programme for the emotional and physical safety of others involved.

4. TLC may dismiss or suspend any athlete for the following reasons: (a) Possessing, using, or being a party to any illegal drug, controlled substance, or drug paraphernalia; (b) Committing any act which would be considered an offence under any governing law; (c) Talent level, fitness level or lack of improvement; (d) For attitude problems, personality conflicts and disrespectful behaviour towards coaches, team management, staff, cheerleaders, parents or anyone involved with the TLC program including but not limited to derogatory remarks, spiteful comments, unsportsmanship behaviour, coercing team members to quit or join another program; (e) Harassment either verbally, written texted, emailed, blogged or posted on the web or communicated in any other means.

5. Anyone threatening to quit will be asked to leave immediately. And NO refund will be given.

Sportsmanship

1. Cheerleaders must respect all opponents, judges and officials - treat them as you would a guest

2. Athletes should display positive public action at all times – applause at the end of performances, maintain enthusiasm, composure and serve as a role model.

3. Athletes must never make derogatory remarks, gestures, boo, hiss, yell or use profanity at other teams and do not respond to this kind of behaviour from others. You are better than that. Raise your standards.