The Foundation Umpire Award (FUA) is designed for young students or inexperienced club players between the ages of 9 and 16 (age limits are flexible) who want to learn about the skills of umpiring and have a basic introduction to the Rules of Hockey. It is an enjoyable, inter-active course involving two sessions, totalling three hours, and based around classroom and pitch based activity.

The morning will be classroom based and will teach the candidates the rules of the game and the role of the umpire. There will be a short time spent on the pitch, the aim of this session is to familiarise the students with the pitch, a whistle, communication, signalling, movement and positioning and working as a team. The morning will conclude with a 20 minute examination on the rules of hockey and the role of the umpire.

The Award is not intended to provide 'qualification' into senior competitive hockey match umpiring (Umpires intending to participate in competitive hockey are advised to do the England Hockey Level 1 Umpire Award), but as an introduction to umpiring in general and also to gain a better knowledge of the rules of hockey. The cost of the course will be £10 per candidate. Should you have any youngsters who wish to attend the course, please complete the attached registration form and return it to me at the earliest possible convenience, payment may be made on the day. Please note the course is open to a maximum of 20 candidates and places will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Should you have any further questions regarding the course please do not hesitate to contact me or any member of the ACWHUA committee.

Application Form

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