Information and documents to download about:
Ethics
Equity
Angie's Spectrum articles

Child Protection information is now on a new dedicated page

Ethics

Download: Code of Ethical Practice (for Teachers)

Equity

The British Wheel of Yoga’s Equity Policy was revised in 2005. The new Policy builds on the excellent work that has already been achieved in racial equality by The British Wheel of Yoga. Download:
Equity Charter
Equity Policy - full policy document

Equity & teaching under 18s in an adult class

In terms of fairness to both the adult students and the young person/s, you need to consider how many young people you are prepared to accept into your class: the percentage/ratio of young persons to adult students will change and can affect your delivery to the class. You could find your time is disproportionately spent with the young person/s to the disadvantage of your adult students. This may not necessarily be the case, but it could potentially happen and you may wish to consider the implications. There are also Child Protection issues with teaching under 18s.

Equity training

There is an excellent on-line equity training package to raise awareness of unconscious prejudices and stereotyping, fairness and inclusion in our relationships with others, and to help understand relevant legislation. www.fairnessandinclusion.org

Training is also available from Sportscoach UK, who deliver two courses: "Equity in Your Coaching" and "A Club for All". Contact Sportscoach UK at bsc@sportscoachuk.org, 01509 226 130 for local details. Their website has listings, but is not always up-to-date.

Angie's articles from Spectrum magazine
Summer 2008 Teacher:student ratios in an under 18 class, partner work (under 18 in adult class), ethical teaching resource - book by Donna Farhi.
Spring 2008 Child Protection - make sure you're covered by BWY insurance
Winter 2007 Teachers with under 18s in their class - checklist and equity issues
Autumn 2007 Data protection, online Equity training, Teaching Yoga to Children (Michelle Cheesbrough)
Summer 2007 Successful assessment by the CPSU, Equity training
Spring 2007 Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU), Whistleblowing policy
Winter 2006 Teacher Support/Supervision in the Teaching Room
Autumn 2006 Portability of CRB checks
Summer 2006 Under 18 year olds attending an Adult Class
Spring 2006 Teaching in a School, College, Heath Centre. CP training.
Winter 2005 Explanation of CRB and Enhanced Disclosures/Checks. Hands-On Adjustment/Photo Consent.
Autumn 2005
Summer 2005
Spring 2005