This is general information, not legal advice. Rules differ by sport and by organisation, so check yours.
Involve a parent or guardian
Agree the coaching with a parent or guardian. Send the agreement and health questionnaire to them too. Say who gets progress reports.
Check who covers you
Ask your insurer in writing whether coaching under-18s online is covered. Ask your governing body what it expects from coaches who work with children.
Keep messages open
- Copy a parent into messages, or use a channel a parent can see.
- Message in sensible hours.
- Keep messages about training.
Videos and photos
Ask a parent for written permission before you ask for a video. Do not post an under-18 athlete's clip or photo without it.
Take care with weight and food
Do not set weight-loss targets for a young athlete. If you have a concern, speak to the parent. A doctor or registered dietitian can advise.
Know what to do with a concern
Know your governing body's safeguarding process before you start. Write down what you see and who you told.
Where Trainersight fits
Trainersight keeps health answers, check-ins and filmed lifts in one record per athlete.
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