Young Rider Form

Important Notes regarding Membership

By filling out this form you are giving full consent, permission and approval for the cyclists named above to participate and enjoy any of the normal activities undertaken by members of Brighton Excelsior & VC Jubilee Cycling Club which are held within the auspices of and by the officials of the club and that whilst every reasonable care and precaution will be taken by them, they will not be held responsible for any personal injury, damage or loss to the cycle or named cyclist whilst with the said cycling club and that with regard to racing, should he/she participate, the rules of both the club and the official bodies concerned will be fully complied with.

By completing this form you are agreeing to abide by the Parents/Guardians Code of Conduct and will ensure that the cyclist named above understands and complies with the Members Code of Conduct as detailed in the VC Jubilee Members Handbook included with this application form. The club has adopted and follows the British Cycling Coaches Code of Conduct, Ethics, Equity and Child Protection policies to ensure that reasonable steps are taken to establish a safe and equal environment where the young club members can enjoy developing cycling skills. Riders are encouraged to become Members of British Cycling National Governing Body and remain members of that whilst they are members of the club, and hopefully beyond as they continue cycling. It is the parent’s/guardian’s responsibility to ensure that their child’s bike is in a safe condition to ride. All members must wear a sound cycling helmet at all times during cycling sessions.

Parent/Guardian Consent:

I, being the parent/guardian of the cyclist named above, have read the information contained in this form and hereby consent that the cyclist participates in coaching sessions under instruction by adult volunteers (all leaders are monitored by a “British Cycling” Coach) entirely at his/her own risk. I have considered the nature of such sessions and have discussed them with cyclist named above. I am satisfied that they are sufficiently responsible and competent to assume full and entire responsibility for his/her own safety. I understand that in the event of an injury or illness all reasonable steps will be taken to contact me, and to deal with that injury/illness appropriately.