Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Croydon Karate, we believe that betting and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Gambling should be enjoyable. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and all operators featured on this site are required to verify player age before allowing access to betting platforms.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble. If you are aware of a minor gambling, please report this to the relevant operator.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, problem gambling may be developing:
- Spending more money on gambling than you can afford to lose
- Gambling with money intended for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount spent
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Feeling anxious or stressed about gambling activities
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
If you recognise these signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable betting operators provide tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a period of time
- Session Limits: Restrict how long you can play in one sitting
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an operator's platform
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
We recommend using these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you need help, the following organisations provide free, confidential support:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free counselling and support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk | Phone: 0808 8020 133 - GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for Great Britain. Register with GamStop to self-exclude from all licensed online gambling operators
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gamblers Anonymous: Support groups and peer support across the UK
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk | Phone: 0330 094 0322 - National Problem Gambling Clinic: NHS specialist treatment service
www.cnwl.nhs.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au | 1800 858 858 - Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org | 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, remember that help is available and recovery is possible. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Do not hesitate to contact GamCare, GamStop, or Gamblers Anonymous today. Support is free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Make the call.