Umpire
Umpire Program
Qualified Umpires are essential to conducting quality Teams or Match racing events. The on-water Umpire closely observes boats that are Teams or Match racing and accurately issues prompt judgement calls and signals pertaining to weather competitors have broken the rules. The Umpires role requires the ability to perform an entire day on-water and communicate in a concise fashion with competitors.
The Australian Sailing Umpire course provides a structured approach to learning the technical facets of the Teams Racing or Match Racing game, correct boat positioning techniques and communications with Officials and competitors.
The Umpire Seminar is aimed at educating Australian Sailing members to conduct consistent and fair Teams or Match racing. The seminar delivers key information for Umpires of all levels.
Within the Umpire seminar, State and National Umpires will receive advanced principles to conduct championships racing (National Umpires to also receive principles to mentor Club and State level Umpires).
There are three progressive courses within the Umpire Program. Click on any of the courses below to find one near you:
| Course | Length | Overview | |
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| Step 1 | Club Umpire |
2 day course 12hrs study time |
An individual capable of being a Lead Umpire at Club level, displaying boat skills (driving and positioning) and Knowledge of “the game”. |
| Step 2 | State Umpire |
2 day course 12hrs study time |
An individual capable of being an Umpiring Team Leader, with an in depth knowledge of all facets of the game. |
| Step 3 | National Umpire |
2 day course 12hrs study time |
An individual capable of being an Umpiring Team Leader, with an in depth knowledge of all facets of the game. |
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