Athlete Pledge

Athletes who are pledged take their commitment very seriously. This is out of respect for what the pledge stands for and respect for all who have signed it.

There are a few ways to become a pledged athlete.
1. Attend an anti-doping education seminar conducted by Drug Free Sport NZ. You will be offered an opportunity to sign the pledge after the event.  You can arrange an education seminar for your sports organisation.

2. Come and chat with DFSNZ at an Outreach Events.

3. COMING SOON....you will be able to sign up on-line. This will require you to complete an online seminar and pass the test first.

• I will strive to be excellent by adhering to the spirit of the rules of my sport and by competing to the best of my ability.
• I commit to ensuring that I am informed about the rules that govern my sport and the rights and responsibilities I have with regards to drug testing in my sport.
• I recognise that every opponent is striving for excellence, as I am, and I will honour their efforts by committing to competing free from banned substances.
• I value my own health and the health and safety of those around me while I compete and train.
• I accept that my role as an athlete goes beyond competing in sports. I will promote clean sports to my colleagues and the young people of New Zealand who seek to excel in their sport.
• I commit to maintaining a sports career that is free from banned substances and doping methods and will adhere to all of the declarations contained in this pledge.