Referees
New South Wales Volleyball Referees’ Association
The New South Wales Volleyball Referees Association (NSWVRA) is an independent body that services the volleyball community with quality and professional officiating. NSWVRA is managed by a dedicated Board that continuously strives to improve the breadth and depth of volleyball officials at all levels. NSWVRA works in collaboration with Volleyball NSW, Volleyball Australia Referee Committee, and other member states to achieve these goals.
Referee Accreditation Framework
In line with the new framework outlined by Volleyball Australia (VA), the accreditation framework for volleyball referees has had a slight refresh. Without major changes to the pathway for gaining accreditation, the restructured Level 2 Course ensures:
- Consistency of refereeing standards across the nation
- Incorporation of beach volleyball rules in its course content
- Certification of accreditation post-course attendance – referees who complete the VA Level 2 Referee Course will become Level 2 Candidates
- Minimum requirements for upgrades are clearly outlined, achievable, and provide a more accurate assessment of referees’ skills.
More details about Referee Education and Development can be found on the Volleyball Australia website.
Obtaining Accreditation
For Level 1:
- STEP 1 - Obtain a VNSW Membership (minimum technical membership)
- STEP 2 - Register and complete the Level 1 Foundation Referee Course (online)
For Level 2:
- STEP 3 - Register as a NSWVRA member here
- STEP 4 - Attend a Level 2 Associate Referee Course (face to face). Upcoming courses here
- STEP 5 - Once Level 2 Associate Accreditation is obtained, apply for State Level 2 Accreditation
For Level 3:
- STEP 6 (Indoor) - Obtain endorsement and apply for Level 3 Referee Accreditation
- STEP 6 (Beach) - Obtain endorsement and apply for Level 3 Beach Referee Accreditation
For Level 4:
- STEP 7 (Indoor) - Obtain endorsement and apply for Level 4 Referee Accreditation
- STEP 7 (Beach) - Obtain endorsement and apply for Level 4 Beach Referee Accreditation
Renewing Accreditation OR Recognition of Prior Learning
- For further information on how to renew accreditation OR obtain recognition of prior learning click here
Courses
- Level 1 Foundation Referee Course (online)
- Level 2 Associate Referee Course (face to face). Upcoming courses here
Level 2 (Associate) Referee Courses (face to face) Information
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Duration: |
One full day |
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Cost: |
$125 – includes lanyard + whistle, NSWVRA pin |
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Prerequisites: |
Level 1 Foundation Referee Course (online) |
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What to bring: |
Pen, notepad, smart device e.g. phone, ipad, laptop Water and lunch (or buy lunch) |
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What to wear: |
Comfortable clothing and shoes – fit for practical sessions |
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Contact: |
NSW Volleyball Referee Association (NSWVRA)
- Link to register membership with NSWVRA
- NSWVRA Referee Rate Card 2024
- VA Referee Accreditation Policy
Please direct any inquiries to the relevant addresses:
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General Enquiries |
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Finance |
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Referee Appointments |
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Community Events/School Refereeing |
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Referee Courses |
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NSWVRA Chairperson |
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Mentoring |
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Pathways |
| INDOOR RULES |  |
OFFICIAL SIGNALS |  |
| BEACH RULES |  |
SCORESHEET |  |
| REFEREEING GUIDELINES |  |
REFEREE SHOP |  |
| CASEBOOK |  |
VA REFEREE FRAMEWORK |  |