Since 1959 the Hertfordshire Society of Rugby Football Union Referees has supported clubs and schools across the county and beyond by providing referees for their matches each weekend.
Click here to find out more at The Hertfordshire Society of RFU Referees website
Click here to visit the Keep Your Boots On website, run by the English RFU, which offers a wealth of toolkits and resources to help you develop as a referee.
Introduction to Refereeing
The Herts Referees Society are running a practical Introduction to Refereeing session at Cheshunt RFC between 18.30 and 21.00 on Monday 21st October 2024.
This session is for players who are 19 or younger who want to take the first steps in refereeing and also for those who have started refereeing at their clubs or schools and want to improve their skills.
If you want to participate in this session (for which there is no charge), e-mail pbrugby1@gmail.com with your name, club, age and contact details.
Under 18s who attend the session should be accompanied by a responsible adult.
England Rugby Refereeing Award
Competency based assessment course. A course which provides the knowledge, skills and attributes to safely and effectively referee young players and adults. Develops the learner in a practical-based environment, designed for those refereeing from U12 upwards.
Min age 14
Duration: 2 face to face days, online networking and in situ based tasks.
Day 1: Oct/Nov With online networking and in situ based tasks Jan-Apr. Day 2: May/June
England Rugby Advanced Match Official Award
Competency based assessment course, practical observations and community of practice events. The course is by application, with prerequisites and builds strongly on the England Rugby Referee Award qualification. It is for active match officials who wish to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding to the next level.
Min age 18
Duration: 4 face to face days, webinars, eLearning, practical observations and community of practice events.
Starts Aug, 10 month course
