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Rugby Development: Referees
WRU Level 1 Referee Licence
Aims
As a formal introduction to the principles of officiating a rugby union match, the WRU Level 1 Course aims to get applicants started refereeing. At a basic level, the course outlines the Laws of the Game and how they should be applied to a rugby union match, answers and clarifies general questions about refereeing and discusses the position(s) that referees should take throughout the course of a game.
Outcomes
At the end of successfully completing a WRU Level 1 Referee Course, applicants will have gained a Level 1 Referee Licence and will be clear to referee matches at Junior Level, U16 Level and below and Schools Rugby. Without the Level 1 Referee Licence, a person cannot referee a match.
Entry Requirements
Anybody can take the WRU Level 1 Course, however, a successful applicant cannot referee unless they are 16 years of age or older.
Course Arrangements
- 7 hours in duration over 1 day
- Lunch and refreshments will be provided on all courses
Cost & Application
- £20.00 (Cheques payable to Welsh Rugby Union Ltd)
- Download Application Form as PDF
WRU Level 1 Dates
| Date | Venue | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 6th July | Llanidloes | £20 |
| Sun 7th July | Pontypridd | £20 |
| Sun 14th July | Taibach | £20 |
| Sun 4th August | Carmarthen Quins | £20 |
| Sun 11th August | Cross Keys | £20 |
| Sun 18th August | Colwyn Bay | £20 |
General Information
| Course Duration | 0930hrs - 1600hrs |
|---|---|
| Registration | 0900hrs - 0930hrs |
| Further Details | David R Davies on 029 2082 2420 or davidrdavies@wru.co.uk Marcia Harding on 029 2082 2419 or mharding@wru.co.uk |
| Application Form | Download Application Form as PDF |
| Cost & Closing Date | Closing Date is one week prior to course date, each course costs £20.00 per person and is non-refundable. The course includes a buffet lunch. To book a place on the course, your completed application form and fee must be received by the Referees Department. |
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