COURSE DETAILS
The first crucial step to developing as a Futsal referee
The FA Futsal Referees Course is designed for anyone aged 14 and up who wants to join the fast paced sport of. Futsal has a pathway from the local sports hall through to refereeing on the international stage. As a futsal referee you play an integral role in ensuring all participants enjoy their match day experience, helping create a competitive, fair, safe and enjoyable playing environment.
Whether you want to referee in youth and adult leagues, men's or women's futsal The FA Futsal Referees Course is the starting point for your career. Refereeing is not only rewarding in a futsal environment, but the social and life skills that come from becoming a referee extend far beyond your initial expectations.
Respect
Empathy
Fitness
Evaluation
Reliability
Education
Excellence
These seven core values underpin all aspects of English refereeing and are all required from the start of your refereeing journey.
Once you have qualified as a Futsal referee, there is extensive support available through both your County FA and The FA, helping you to be the best you can be and fulfill your potential as a referee.
Block 1 - Introduction to Refereeing and Pre-Course Activity
Overview of course expectations and commitments
Basic outline of the Laws of the Game for Futsal
Introduction of the DNA of English Refereeing and the process of completing the course
Block 2 - Practical and Theory (6 Hours)
A mixture of practical and theoretical referee training, focusing on the key skills and techniques required to be a Futsal referee. This is then coupled with the practical application of law and the different scenarios that can be faced in a game. Some of the topics covered are; Signals & Communication, Fouls & misconduct and Positioning & Movement.
Block 3 - Refereeing Experience
Officiating five futsal games, where you are offered a referee mentor to support you on your first few games, with a self evaluation of each game.
Block 4 - Reflection, Final Examination and Next Steps
Call back session where there is the opportunity to share experiences on the five games refereed, what has worked well and what you might do differently in the future. A final Laws of the Game Examination and information on what happens now and what opportunities are available i.e. Promotion & In-Service Training etc.
COURSE PRE-REQUISITES
Before starting Block 2, a Safeguarding Children Workshop and Criminal Records Check (if applicable) must be completed.
Note there is not a need to be an existing football referee for this course
Frequently Asked Questions
How old do I need to be?
You need to be age 14+ to attend the course
How much will I get paid?
Payment varies from league to league and event to event approx a standard league evening (3/4 Games per evening) £5 per game. Day festivals £30-75.
Will refereeing futsal effect my 11v11 football?
No, in fact it will help your football refereeing as you’ll be making more decisions per game making your decision making sharper. Futsal leagues/competitions run throughout the week so it is manageable to referee both forms of the game
Do I need to know much about Futsal before the course?
Not essential. Part of the pre-course learning is around understanding the basics so if you have none/limited knowledge you will be brought up to speed quickly.
Will I need to buy any special equipment?
No, you will be provided with the basic equipment to get started; whistle, cards and notebook etc.
How often will I referee?
Leagues/Competitions run throughout the week so you will be able to referee as much as you wish.
What support will I receive?
From attending the course your first game/s on the league/competitions will be mentored as all games are central venue. A senior official will be on hand to offer you guidance, support and feedback this is an essential part of the course. Ongoing support will be provided by the league/competitions in which you referee.
Course Dates:
Sunday 3rd March - 9am - 4pm (Practical Day)
Friday Evenings - Referee for Chesterfield Futsal League
Call-Back Date: TBC - Embedded in the Chesterfield Futsal League Evening
Venue: Queens Park, Chesterfield
Failure to complete 3 matches before the Call-Back will result in the candidate failing the course.