Code of Conduct

I-LYA is committed to each competitor’s success in learning and competing within a caring, responsive, and safe environment that is free of discrimination, violence, abuse, hazing and bullying. I-LYA is dedicated to ensure that all competitors have the opportunity and support to perform to their fullest potential and have a positive experience at this event with the other racers, coaches, parents, support persons and event volunteers. All competitors are to feel that they are in a safe and friendly place, will be treated with respect and will receive help and support from respectful, caring fellow racers, coaches and adults. 

Introduction Each I-LYA Junior Championships competitor pledges to uphold the spirit of this regatta. The Code offers general principles to guide the conduct of competitors in situations that may occur during the I-LYA Junior Championships. This Code is not intended to establish a set of rules that will, by inclusion or exclusion, prescribe the appropriate behavior for competitors in every aspect of their participation in the Junior Championships. 

The competitor agrees to read and become familiar with this Code, and understands that acceptance of its provisions is a condition of participation in I-LYA’s Junior Championships. Competitors who do not conform to this Code will be subject to the consequences of their actions. The competitor has a right to a hearing if charged with a violation of this Code. 

Enforcing of the Code Compliance with this Code is the voluntary responsibility of each competitor. All those involved with this event are expected to assist a competitor in conforming to the Code. When necessary, enforcement of the Code may occur through hearings and disciplinary action by the Code of Conduct Council and/or the Protest Committee.