The Alberta Padel Association (APA) Code of Conduct exists to ensure that all APA-sanctioned events and activities are safe, respectful, and enjoyable for participants, officials, and spectators.

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This Code applies to all APA activities, including but not limited to tournaments, leagues, clinics, meetings, and social events. Most issues are expected to be resolved informally by event organizers or APA representatives; however, the APA reserves the right to take formal disciplinary action when necessary.

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A participant or official may be warned, ejected, disqualified, suspended, or have their membership revoked for any of the following:

• Failure to comply with, or deliberate disregard for, rules and regulations as put in place from time to time or adopted by APA relating to participant safety or equipment;

• Verbal, physical, or emotional abuse of an APA member, opponent, the Umpire, Officials, spectators or the sponsors;

• Abuse or deliberate damage of padel racquets, balls, courts, facilities, or other equipment;

• Failure to comply with event entry conditions, including rules related to clothing, sponsorship, or advertising;

• Withdrawing from, failing to attend, or failing to complete a match without a valid reason such as:

  • A bona fide injury, illness, or emergency (evidence may be required at the discretion of the event organizer or APA Director);

• Any conduct that brings the sport of padel or the APA into disrepute, including but not limited to:

  • Bullying, harassment, or intimidation of any kind;

  • Discriminatory behavior;

  • Excessive or abusive use of alcohol or non-medical drugs;

  • Consumption of alcohol by minors.

 

The APA is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and bully-free environment for all participants.