Has your club signed up to The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts in England?

Read on to find out more about potentially increasing your membership numbers whilst maintaining good safeguarding standards…

The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts recognises clubs or providers in England who have demonstrated that they have reached and maintained good safeguarding standards.

The Code has been developed through close consultation between Sport England, representatives from martial arts governing bodies and those with years of expertise in safeguarding. The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts “mark” has been created so that parents/carers and educational establishments can clearly identify who has successfully signed up to the Safeguarding Code.

The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts for clubs in England

Nothing! The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts quality mark is completely free of charge.

Those who have been awarded the “mark” can use the logo on their promotional material (including website, social media), their governing documents, policies and procedures, as well as their official stationery.

All clubs who achieve the quality mark are also placed on a map which provides an opportunity for parents and carers to discover your club which in turn will lead to more members and increased revenue: Clubs that have attained The Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts in England.

Applying is very straightforward through the Safeguarding Code website and help is available from safeguarding@britishtaekwondo.org

You will need to upload a copy of your club safeguarding policy along with a safe practice policy.

Yes, a Welfare Officer must be identified within your club/organisation and they must have attended a face-to-face safeguarding workshop or online classroom equivalent. Your Welfare Officer’s photo and contact details should be displayed on your website and/or your social media.

How can I find out more?

To find out more about the Safeguarding Code in Martial Arts and to apply, please visit Sport England Safeguarding Code – Martial Arts.

For any help with the application process please contact safeguarding@britishtaekwondo.org

Taekwondo club success in membership, coach development and safeguarding

AMC Taekwondo in Stockport, Greater Manchester achieved The Safeguarding Code Mark in Martial Arts in 2022. You can find out more about how they are demonstrating an ongoing commitment to safer sport in this post.