Rink Rebels · Our shared expectations

Parent & Spectator Code of Conduct

Parents, guardians and spectators help shape the experience. Make the rink a place where players can learn, compete and enjoy hockey.

Keep encouragement positive

Celebrate effort, improvement and teamwork, not only results.
Let coaches coach and officials officiate. Avoid shouting instructions, criticism or insults from the stands.
Respect every player, family, opponent, volunteer and staff member. Bullying, threats and discriminatory behaviour are unacceptable.

Support your child’s wellbeing

Listen to your child and support their enjoyment of hockey without pressure to play through injury or distress.
Share relevant participation or safety concerns with the coach through an appropriate private conversation.
Help your child arrive prepared and follow the attendance, supervision and pickup arrangements for their activity.

Raise concerns respectfully

Discuss concerns calmly and privately, away from players and the heat of a game.
For routine hockey questions, contact the coach or program organizer. For a safety concern or a concern about the coach, contact Rink Rebels directly.
Do not confront children, officials or other families. Urgent safety concerns should be raised immediately.

Respect privacy and shared spaces

Follow rink rules and respect equipment, facilities and other people’s belongings.
Do not photograph or record in changing rooms or other private spaces. Respect families’ photo preferences.
Keep social media and team chats supportive. Do not post personal attacks or private information about players.