Officials Level 1 Course - Auckland - Night 1

Become an Official

Athletics is a dynamic sport that thrives on the contributions of individuals from various roles, including athletes, coaches, administrators (at the club, centre, and national levels), and officials. As an official, you'll play a vital role in helping athletes perform at their best and achieve their dreams.

Officiating at athletics competitions is both flexible and enjoyable. You can choose to attend as many or as few events as your schedule allows. We especially encourage young people to get involved and discover the excitement of the sport. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to your community.

Level 1 courses

Our Level 1 course is a great way to take your first step in becoming an official, by learning about Athletics from the official's point of view, what you're looking for and how to assist athletes in an encouraging and collaborative environment. It involves an introduction to officiating, a practical walk through of the events and the stadium; followed by our General seminar, including an overview of athletics, safety and safeguarding; and finishing with an open book discussion-based assessment.

The Level 1 officials course will be run from 7-9pm on Thursday 16th and 23rd October at Athletics Auckland. Please ensure you register for both courses, if you cannot attend both then it is best to register for the full day course on Sunday 30th November.

Agenda:

Thursday 16th

7-9pm General officiating intro and events walk through, beginning of the general officiating seminar

Thursday 23rd

7-9pm General officiating seminar (overview, H&S, core knowledge) and discussion based assessment