A great first step towards becoming a Field, Boundary or Goal Umpire across different Leagues is attending a FREE Foundation Umpiring Course.

Conducted by the SANFL Umpiring Department, the Foundation Umpiring Course is a two hour in person session plus a recommended prior online learning component which takes around 30 minutes to complete, teaching the fundamental skills of becoming an umpire, registration requirements, weekly expectations and is an introduction to the umpiring development pathway. It is designed to be used by all entry-level umpires, irrespective of age*, gender or background in the game.

*  Umpires need to be at least 12 years old to begin

What to expect?

The course will cover topics such as:

• Umpiring Pathways
• Umpire Roles
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Positioning
• Signals
• Registration Requirements
• Weekly expectations

 There will also be practical components that will cover:

• Ball-Ups, signalling, & communicating decisions as a Field Umpire
• Boundary Umpire signals, positioning & throw-ins
• Goal Umpire positioning, signalling & decision making

Upon completion, you will be provided all the information to get started in the league of your choice including how much you can expect to get paid, training venues, uniform requirements, appointment process and key contacts, ready to umpire your first game.

Upcoming Course Dates: (*Please note you only have to attend one course date*)

All current courses are listed at the following link become an umpire.  Please register for the course date and venue that suits you by answering the questions below.

*Please note you only have to attend one course date*

Once you have registered for your desired course, you can expect an email from SANFL umpiring in the following 2 business days with further details to confirm your registration and provide information on the online course.

UNSURE OR NO COURSE IN YOUR AREA? COMPLETE AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

If you feel like you need more information or there are no upcoming courses scheduled in your area, just complete an EOI at the following link and a SANFL umpiring staff member will contact you to assist https://play.afl/umpire