Referee : Penrith Touch Football

Become a Referee

Refereeing is a great way to give back to the game you love, and keep fit while you're at it. If you're interested in refereeing, please let us know!

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Upcoming Face-to-Face Training Sessions

Level	Date	Location	How to Enrol
Level 1	17/07/22	Tourist Hotel, Narrabri	Complete the Level 1 Referee course in The Nest	$49.50
Level 1	12/10/22	Yamba Touch Clubhouse	Complete the Level 1 Referee course in The Nest	$49.50
Level 1	29/10/22	CommBank Stadium, Parramatta	Complete the Level 1 Referee course in The Nest	$49.50
Level 2	15/07/22	Macquarie University Sports and Aquatic Centre	Complete the Level 2 Referee course in The Nest	$66.00
Level 2	29/10/22	CommBank Stadium, Parramatta	Complete the Level 2 Referee course in The Nest	$66.00
Level 3	17/06/22	Macquarie University Sports and Aquatic Centre	Complete the Level 2 Referee course in The Nest	$77.00

Referees play a vital role in Touch Football, ensuring our game is played in a fair, safe and enjoyable environment for all participants. Becoming an accredited referee is an important step in ensuring that you are equipped with the knowledge of the Rules of the game, but also the latest on-field game information, and skills to manage and create a safe and enjoyable environment for all. It is also a great way to remain fit and active and participate in our game.

Touch Football Australia has a six-tier accreditation system – as per the TFA Sports Education Framework

Foundation (Level 1 Referee) – Duration: 4 Hours, Age of entry – 12 years of age
Talent (Level 2 Referee) – Duration: 4.5 Hours, Age of entry – 13 years of age (minimum 6 months Level 1)
Talent (Level 3 Referee) – Duration: 4.5 Hours, Age entry –13 years of age (minimum 12 months level 2)
Elite (Level 4 Referee) – Duration: N/A, Age of entry – 14 years of age (minimum 12 months level 3)
Elite (Level 5 Referee) – Duration: N/A, Age of entry –15 years of age (minimum 12 months level 4)
Mastery (Level 6 Referee) – Duration: N/A, Age of entry -16 years of age (minimum 12 months level 5)

Please note: All Referee Courses are now being administered through The Nest. All participants must now register via the following link and create a personal profile – Register Here Now

Once your profile has been created, please follow the below steps to register for a course:

– Upon login click on “Training Library”.

– This will take you to the “Course Landing Page”, select the relevant “Course Category”.

– Click “Purchase” on the course you wish to complete.

– You will then be required to pay for the course.

– PAYING ONLINE DOES NOT MEAN YOU ARE REGISTERED FOR A COURSE.

– The course will appear in the “My Training” section of your account.

– Complete all necessary online requirements.

– Once completed, register for a face-to-face session via the course calendar.

– If there are no courses available please check back for updated courses – Register Here Now

– You CANNOT book into a face-to-face without completing all theory prior.

This video below (all though lengthy) is detailed to ensure as a member wishing to purchase and register for a Level 1 (and down the Level 2 or 3) Referees Course, you will be able to complete the process with ease. Please pause and re-watch if needed

For additional resources information visit the TFA website www.touchfootball.com.au

*Payment must be made at the time of registration*

To register for a course please use the “Register Now” link adjacent to the course.

Please note that all courses are yet to be confirmed and are subject to cancellation. Courses will only proceed if a minimum number of registrations are received. If you have any questions please email technical@nswtouch.com.au

Resources

– Rule Book – 8th Edition

– Watch the NEW RULE CHANGES for the 8th Edition

– Basic Rules of Touch Video

Policies and Frameworks

– Sport Education Framework

Additional Affiliate Resources can also be found in the Affiliate Essentials Section of the website