WhatsApp Policy

WHATSAPP GROUP PURPOSE & GUIDELINES

The WhatsApp groups are designed to help improve communication between
parents/carers and the coaching team/committee at Team Bath Rhythmic Gymnastics
Club. Each group is linked to a specific squad or training group to allow for timely
updates and relevant information to be shared with you and your gymnast’s group

What the WhatsApp Groups Are For:

Reminders – Events, meetings, competitions, etc.
Quick Updates – Emergency closures, last-minute notices, or urgent changes.
Logistics – Drop-off/pick-up changes, late gymnasts, etc.
Club-Approved Sharing – Photos/videos from events (as appropriate).
Positive Support – Encouraging messages and building a sense of team/community among parents.

What the WhatsApp Groups Are Not For:

One-to-One Conversations or any questions specific to your gymnast - Please contact coaches/admins directly via the usual email channels for individual matters
Complaint Handling – Concerns or issues should go through the appropriate

formal channels (e.g. email or welfare contact), these are not discussed publicly in
the group.

Coach Criticism or Parent Disputes – Respectful communication only. The

group is not a place for airing grievances or disagreements. Again, any issues
should be emailed to the appropriate member of the club committee or coach

Reasonable Time of Day – Please be mindful of the time you are messaging as

other parents are in the group with you, no early morning or late night messages

No Sharing of videos or photos – Any videos/photos must not be shared on

personal social media

House Rules

Be kind and respectful to all members
Stay relevant – keep messages useful to the group.
Admins may remove messages (or users) that break these guidelines.

We hope the WhatsApp groups will be a helpful and efficient way to stay connected and
informed. Coaches and admin will only answer the group chats within sensible
times of the day. Thank you for being part of our wonderful club community!