Sussex Gymnastics Welfare Report AGM 2026
Since the last AGM we have visited several of the Sussex Clubs to provide advice.
In addition we have volunteered our time at Sussex competitions in the role of competition welfare officers. We are noticing an increase in gymnasts and coaches wearing jewellery as well as inappropriate competition attire. There has also been an increase in challenging behaviour by coaches, gymnasts and parents towards volunteer officials. We will continue to attend as many events as possible to remind all of their responsibilities to ensure competitions run smoothly and safely as well as volunteers are shown the respect that they deserve.
Sussex Police, in conjunction with the Active Sussex Welfare Officers, have relaunched the forum for welfare leads in sports and LADOs. The online meeting gives us an opportunity to network with welfare leads from other sports and to share good practice. The forum meets every 3 months, enabling us to pass on useful information and update our own knowledge.
Dawn Hyland
Mike Gevaux