policy guide
Online Safety Basics for Sports Clubs
Essential online safety guidance for sports clubs working with children, covering communication, photography, and social media use.
Sports clubs, dance schools, swimming clubs, and any organised activity groups1 hour to review
Sports clubs play a vital role in children's lives, but they also need to manage online safety risks — from coach-athlete communication channels to photography at events and social media use. This guide covers the essentials, helping clubs establish proportionate policies that protect children without creating unnecessary barriers to participation.
What's included
Photography and image-sharing policy template for clubs
Guidance on appropriate coach-to-child communication channels
Social media policy covering official club accounts and tagging of children
Safeguarding contact card template for display at club venues
Quick-reference guide for recognising online grooming indicators