Members Shall

• Conduct themselves at club activities and races in a manner that is respectful towards teammates and fellow competitors and act in a manner that ensures the safety of others.

• Refrain from behavior that reflects negatively on the club and its members.

• Choose words carefully and refrain from talking negatively about others when interacting with teammates, other running clubs and opponents when at club workouts, activities, races, or via the Internet in public forums.

• Conduct themselves in a manner that will ensure a comfortable and welcoming club environment. Members are expected to interact with all persons in a manner that avoids behavior that could be construed as discrimination or sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is defined as “Unwanted sexual advances, or visual, verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.” Members are expected to respect the age, religion, ethnic background, gender, and sexual orientation of other members. Members are to recognize that the club operates as a sport and social club, however also are to understand that discrimination or unwanted and/or continued advances toward other members will not be accepted and that all members have the right to an environment free from all forms of discrimination, including sexual harassment.

• Acknowledge the accomplishments and efforts of others, encouraging all teammates and opponents to excel whilst keeping in mind you represent the club as an ambassador to the community at large.

• Ensure that this Code of Conduct is followed. Members are expected to report any inappropriate actions or behavior to a club officer.

• Adhere to all of the rules of competition in races in which they participate. Members found to be in violation may face reprimand, suspension or other action. The Board takes concerns seriously about code of conduct violations, buying, selling or giving race numbers, or any other violations of the rules of competition. Members who are found to violate the rules of competition will have their membership terminated for 12 months, after which they can reapply for membership. 

Membership may be terminated by resignation of a member, or by a majority vote of the club officers for violations of this Code of Conduct.

Address any concerns directly to the Board by emailing [email protected] and [email protected]