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Course details

Objectives:

By the end of this course you should be able to:

  • Understand the Code of Behaviour 
  • Understand the Structure of Rule Book
  • Understand the Role of the referee
  • Understand the Powers & Duties of the referee
  • Be able to communicate effectively as a referee
  • Understand safeguarding requirements
  • Rules of the Game (Practical Element of course)
     

Start date:

Saturday, 7th February, 2026

Course Duration:

6 hours
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Introduction

This Foundation Referee Course is designed to prepare new referees to confidently officiate their first match in the Gaelic Games.

The course covers important foundational aspects of refereeing in the Gaelic Games, from outlining the code of behaviour for referees to explaining the structure of the rule book.

Course Components

Online Modules:

  • Module 1: Powers & Duties of the Referee
  • Module 2: Referee Safeguarding

Face-to-Face Elements:

  • Module 3: Rules of the Game (In-Person Workshop)

Assessment:

  • Online Rules Tests