Be A Referee & Be In The Game!

Experience the action and excitement of rugby — become a rugby referee in Canterbury. Register your interest now and we'll support you with training and education in your area, get in touch!"

Join The Team

Anyone can join and you don’t need to pass a test. You’re good to go straight away.

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Introduction To Refereeing For Women & Girls

Join us for our Women & Girls Introduction to Refereeing courses. Want to be involved in the game? Finished playing but still want to be on the field? Find a session near you by clicking on the button below and filling in the online form.

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Training

You’ll spend time in a team of other referees who are similar in ability and are free to attend when it suits you.

Refereeing

Enjoy the flexibility. You can choose when and how often you’d like to referee. Keen to start out as an Assistant Referee? That’s fine.

Coaching

You’ll be assigned a coach who will work with you to develop your game. They'll also come to your matches and provide feedback.

How Do I Get Involved?

How to register your interest in becoming a referee, as well as learning more tricks of the trade to improve your game.

Be InThe Game

Register your interest now or contact your local referee association below and start the journey of being a referee.

Referee Education

In Rugby Toolbox you'll find a collection of NZR resources to assist with your training and development.

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