01.
Respect for Others
Treat every participant, coach, venue employee and local partner with courtesy, dignity and respect. Discrimination, harassment, bullying, intimidation or abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.
02.
Respect Yourself
Play padel in the spirit of fair competition. Respect opponents, partners, coaches and officials, encourage others and contribute to a positive atmosphere both on and off the court.
03.
Sportsmanship
Behave responsibly throughout the Drop. Participants are expected to act professionally, considerately and in a manner that reflects positively on the Backhand Club community.
04.
Personal Conduct
Follow all reasonable instructions provided by coaches, venue staff and Backhand Club representatives. Report injuries, accidents, unsafe conditions or concerns without delay.
05.
Health & Safety
Alcohol should be consumed responsibly. Participants must not attend coaching sessions, matches or organised activities while impaired by alcohol or illegal substances.
06.
Alcohol & Illegal Substances
Treat accommodation, sports facilities, transport and equipment with care. Participants may be held responsible for damage resulting from negligent or deliberate behaviour.
07.
Respect for Property
Respect the privacy of fellow participants. Obtain permission before sharing identifiable photographs or videos where appropriate and comply with applicable privacy laws.
08.
Privacy & Photography
Observe local laws, customs and cultural expectations. Help preserve the destinations we visit by behaving responsibly and minimising environmental impact.
09.
Respect for Local Communities
Backhand Club reserves the right to issue warnings, restrict participation in activities or remove a participant from a Drop without refund where behaviour presents a safety risk, causes serious disruption or significantly impacts the experience of others.
10.
Breaches of this Code
Backhand Club is committed to building a welcoming community where people can improve their padel, discover new destinations and build meaningful friendships. Every participant contributes to that experience through their behaviour.
Our Commitment
This Code of Conduct forms part of the Backhand Club Operations Manual and may be updated periodically to reflect changes in the business, legal requirements or operational best practice.
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