Code of Ethics for parents/ guardians

1. Respect and Support

• Encourage my child to enjoy rhythmic gymnastics and to develop their skills at their own pace.
• Respect all athletes, coaches, officials, and other parents.
• Avoid negative comments, criticism, or comparisons.
• Celebrate effort, improvement, and sportsmanship over winning.

2. Positive Communication

• Communicate respectfully with coaches, staff, and club management.
• Discuss concerns privately and through the proper channels, not publicly or on social media.
• Support constructive feedback from coaches without undermining their authority. 

3. Fair Play and Sportsmanship

• Model integrity, honesty, and respect for rules of the sport.
• Respect decisions made by referees, judges, coaches, and club authorities.
• Avoid pressuring your child to perform beyond their abilities.

4. Health and Safety

• Ensure you/ your child arrive prepared, well-rested, and ready to train safely.
• Respect club policies and health protocols.
• Ensure your child is familiar with and follows coaches’ guidance for warm-up, training, and injury prevention.

5. Commitment to the Club Community

• Support the club’s mission, values, and policies.
• Participate positively in club activities, meetings, and events when possible.
• Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and harassment-free environment.

6. Role Modeling

• Demonstrate respect, patience, and self-control, both in and outside of training.
• Show that effort, dedication, and enjoyment are more important than medals.
• Refrain from any behavior that could embarrass or harm the club community.

Code of Ethics for Questo Athletes

1. Be Respectful

• Respect your coaches, teammates, opponents, and the rules of the sport.
• Be kind and fair inside and outside the gym.

2. Be Responsible

• Arrive on time and be ready for practices and competitions.
• Listen to your coaches and follow their instructions.
• Take care of yourself, your body, and your equipment.

3. Be Honest and Play Fair

• Don’t cheat or lie.
• Help others and play with good sportsmanship.

4. Be Safe and Careful

• Tell a coach if you are hurt or feel unwell.
• Don’t do anything that could hurt yourself or others.

5. Social Media and Online Use

• Be polite and responsible online.
• Don’t post anything that could hurt someone or damage the club’s reputation.

6. Speak Up

• If someone is behaving badly, speak to a coach or a trusted adult.

7. Follow the Code

• Not following this code may lead to warnings, your suspension or termination of Questo membership.
• Serious or repeated problems may be reported to gymnastics federations.

                                 Questo Rhythmic Gymnastics

Key Club Policies Summary

Programs & Registration

·        Questo offers competitive, pre-competitive, and recreational programs.

·        Registration is valid per one session.

·        Training fee refers to one training session, it is not monthly fee.

·        In applicable cases, early cancellation or late payment fee will apply.

·        Group placement is decided solely by coaches and based on skill, commitment, and level of athletes.

Training & Conduct

·        Training plans developed by coaches with consideration of recommendations of gymnastics federations.

·        Athletes must follow training plans and coach’s instructions.

·        Frequent absences from training may result in reassignment of level, group, or membership.

·        Coaches monitor progress, effort, and discipline during training.

·        Continued lack of effort or repeated misbehavior may result in suspension or revoked membership.

·        Parents are not permitted in the gym during training unless scheduled.

Photography & Privacy

·        Photos/videos of minors require permission.

·        Unauthorized recordings or photography may violate privacy and are not permitted.

·        Surreptitious or repeated unauthorized filming and photography will lead to membership termination.

Competitions & Events

·        Participation in events is by coach invitation and requires timely confirmation and payment.

·        Registrations and payments deadline: 5 days before the deadline determined by host.

·        If payment is not made in time, athlete’s participation is cancelled.

·        Parents cover all event costs: registration, travel, share of coach/judge expenses, and other.

·        Parents remain responsible for event costs if they cancel participation after the registration deadline.

·        Gymnasts may be excluded from an event for late arrival; fees are non-refundable.

Safe Sport, Privacy & Inclusion

·        Athletes, coaches and parents must respect Questo Code of Ethics.

·        Questo respects the privacy of its members.

·        Questo follows GymCan’s Safe Sport policies and commits to a harassment- and discrimination-free environment.

·        Violations will result in disciplinary action, including suspension or membership revocation.

Health & Safety

·        Athletes must have no physical and mental restrictions to train. Any know conditions must be reported to the coach.

·        Gymnasts must report injuries and provide clearance to return post-injury.

·        Coaches follow safety protocols for training, injury response, and emergency evacuation.

Volunteer Policy

·        Questo is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization that relies on member support to reduce expenses and keep membership fees affordable. Your assistance at competitions, shows, and other activities is highly valued and appreciated. Parents of development group are asked to complete 3-5 volunteer hours per year.

·        Carpet cleaning is a shared duty and not counted toward volunteer hours.

Payment terms and conditions:

1. Registration fee ($150) is not refundable after 1 week of training. 
2. Training fees are charged monthly from the registered account. 
3. Failed payments: $10 penalty. 
4. If the monthly payment failed and is not received within 30 days, the athlete will be suspended from training until the account is settled.
5. Early training cancellation fee: the lesser of $50 or the cost of cancelled classes.
6. Competition fees must be paid by the deadline; late registration or modifications may incur additional fees ($40 administrative fee plus any host/organizer fees). 
7. Competition refunds are only granted for confirmed illness (doctor’s note) with host approval. 
8. No refunds or credits for missed classes, except in cases of prolonged illness (2+ weeks) with a doctor’s note.

In consideration of the participation of my minor child / myself (if 18+) in Questo Rhythmic Gymnastics classes, I confirm that:

1. I have full legal responsibility for decisions regarding my minor child, and for myself if I am the participant.
2. Participation in this program is voluntary.
3. I understand that participation in sports involves inherent risks, including the possibility of serious injury or death.
4. My minor child / I am physically, emotionally, and mentally fit to participate in this program.
5. My minor child / I have undergone a medical examination within the 12 months prior to registration, and no medical condition exists that restricts participation in this program..

​I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE, on behalf of my minor child/myself, my heirs, assigns, representatives, and next of kin, that by signing this document I accept the following:

1. Assumption of Risk – I acknowledge and accept that participation in sport activities involves risks, including injury, disability, or death, and that these risks may result from my/my child’s actions, other participants, equipment, facilities, or even negligence of the organizers or coaches.
2. Release of Liability – To the fullest extent permitted by Quebec law, I release and discharge Questo, its directors, officers, coaches, employees, volunteers, sponsors, facility owners, and all persons associated with the program (“the RELEASEES”) from any liability for injury, disability, death, or property damage resulting from participation, except in cases of intentional gross negligence or intentional fault.
3. No Lawsuits – I agree not to pursue legal action against the RELEASEES for ordinary negligence relating to participation in the program.
4. Medical Information – I confirm that I/my child am medically and physically fit to participate, and I agree to disclose any relevant medical conditions to the coaches.
5. Indemnification – I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the RELEASEES from any claims, costs, or damages arising from my/my child’s participation, except where caused by intentional gross negligence or intentional fault of the RELEASEES.

I have read and understood this document. I acknowledge that by signing, I accept the risks of participation and agree to limit certain legal rights of myself and/or my minor child, except in cases of intentional gross negligence or intentional fault.