Stay in the game you love, as a Referee!

Refereeing in Canterbury

Experience the action and excitement of rugby, along with the flexibility, by becoming a referee. You can choose when and how often you’d like to referee and if you want, you can start out as an Assistant Referee.

It's easy to join the Canterbury referee team! If you would like more information get in touch with Canterbury Rugby at info@crfu.co.nz.

You can also register to referee here OR REF-ER a mate to ref here

Associate Referee courses

The Associate Referees course is an introduction to refereeing course. Come along and learn a bit more about refereeing.

  • Wednesday 22 May | Christchurch FC at 6:30pm

  • Wednesday 29 May | Marist Albion RFC at 6:30pm

  • Wednesday 5 June | Belfast RFC at 6:30pm 

To register, please fill in this form

Coaching & Training

If it’s your first year you’ll spend time in a team of other new referees learning the tricks of the trade and developing your knowledge. Then when you become a referee you’ll be assigned a coach who will work with you to develop your game. Choose when to attend the training sessions and feel free to contact your coach whenever you have questions.

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Canterbury Rugby Referees Association

Canterbury Rugby Referees Association (CRRA) has a strong and proud history in Canterbury and New Zealand Rugby. First formed in 1894, the CRRA has produced many talented referees at club, domestic and international level.

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