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
This course is a great way to start your refereeing journey, introducing key concepts around safety, equity, and enjoyment of refereeing. Covering all essential aspects of the game, candidates undertake both practical and self-directed theoretical learning giving you the skills and knowledge to begin officiating rugby in the youth and adult game or to upskill prior to taking the next step, the England Rugby Refereeing Award.
Min age 14
Duration 3 hours online eLearning, 3 hours face to face
When – Aug-Sep, Dec-June
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