Coach Code of Conduct
Version 1.0 · Effective 2026-05-22
By teaching or coaching on CombatScore, you agree to the following standards.
Professional boundaries
- Maintain appropriate physical and emotional boundaries with all athletes.
- No romantic, sexual, or other intimate relationships with any minor athlete — under any circumstances.
- Avoid isolated one-on-one situations with minor athletes without parent presence or visibility.
- Avoid private communication channels with minor athletes. Use parent-visible threads or gym-mediated channels.
Reporting
If you witness or suspect exploitation, abuse, or any safety concern involving any athlete, report it to your gym AND to CombatScore at /safety/report.
Honest representation
- Represent your rank, certifications, and experience honestly.
- Acknowledge that CombatScore does not vet your qualifications — your gym is responsible for that.
Consequences of violation
- Permanent ban from CombatScore.
- Notification to your affiliated gym(s).
- Voluntary reporting to law enforcement where applicable.
- Voluntary reporting to NCMEC where applicable.
Acknowledgment
By acknowledging this Code, you confirm that:
- Your gym is responsible for background checks and ongoing supervision.
- You will represent your identity and qualifications honestly.
- You understand that violations may result in immediate termination of platform access and reports to authorities or relevant organizations.
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