UK CUBE ASSOCIATION

Parents' Guide: Is My Child (Young Person) Safe at a Competition? Can I Leave Them On Their Own

Is My Child (Young Person) Safe at a Competition? Can I Leave Them on Their Own at a Competition?

No, unaccompanied under 18s are not permitted at competitions.

The UKCA1 have a clear safeguarding policy (Safeguarding — UK CUBE ASSOCIATION (ukca.org)) and a Designated UKCA Safeguarding Lead that you can contact if you have any concerns.

Please do not leave your child/young person unattended at competitions at any time. Whilst the UKCA aim to ensure the safety of everyone attending, the UKCA and its volunteers do not act as parents/guardians, and therefore parents/guardians of young people are at all times responsible for those under 18.

Be aware that many cubers have YouTube and other social media channels and are often filming themselves during competitions. It is quite easy for a young person (or adult) to end up in the background of these types of footage.

There are sometimes film crews at competitions, but this will be flagged in advance and often you will need to sign to confirm you allow your child to appear in a documentary.

Glossary:
1 UK Cube Association, the UK’s recognised regional organisation for organising Speedcubing competitions to WCA standards.

Kirsty Grainger, 2023-2024