WANT TO LEARN TO UMPIRE IN 2026?
Introduction to umpiring (ITU) - Learn to umpire courses
We are upskilling umpires who want to umpire 6v6 and 7v7.
All new umpires wanting to learn how to umpire 6v6 or 7v7 will attend the same Introduction to Umpiring (ITU) course. This initially involves attending at least two theory sessions and one practical. The theory sessions will teach all umpires the 7v7 format. Umpires wishing to umpire 6v6 for the season will then attend an additional extension class to learn the format changes.
2026 ITU Course Dates - Cambridge Netball runs these course FREE of charge.
To register for one of the Cambridge ITU courses click here
The theory will be run over two sessions. You must attend one of the Theory 1 classes and one of the Theory 2 classes. It is preferred (and recommended) that you attend Theory 1 before Theory 2 as this will follow on from the previous session.
ITU Umpire course dates
ITU Course 1 - all welcome
Syllabus 1: Wednesday 18 March Syllabus 2: Thursday 19 March
ITU Course 2 - all welcome
Syllabus 1: Monday 23rd March
Syllabus 2: Tuesday 24th March
6v6 Extension - only 6v6 umpires (new umpires must have completed ITU Course Theory 1 & 2) The extension class covers the fundamental differences in rules and how to umpire this age and development level.
Thursday 26th March
Umpire practical - all umpires
Saturday 5th April
ITU Course 3 - Adult only class over 16 years only
Tuesday 21st April , 6pm-8.30pm
Wednesday 22nd April , 6pm - 8.30pm
PRE-SEASON QUICKFIRE REFRESHERS - ITU 7v7 & 6v6 UMPIRING
6v6 Quickfire Refresher - Tuesday 28th April, 5.30pm-6.45pm
7v7 Quickfire Refresher - Tuesday 28th April, 7pm - 8.15pm
Returning to Umpire?
All umpires returning to umpire will need to complete a refresher quiz. Once you have registered, you will be sent a multi choice quiz (at your qualification level) to complete online. You can refresh prior to completing the quiz by attending an ITU course or reading through the Starting out umpiring book which are available to download from our website. Go to Umpire Resources page.
Centre Theory (Learning to Umpire Module/Exam)
Anyone can register to complete the Centre Theory short exam. THere is a module to complete followed by a short exam (20 minutes).
Register at www.sporttutor.nz/netballnz Click here
Once registered go to: 'Search Learning' >> 'Netball NZ Catalogue'
Type in search box: 'Learning to Umpire'
Once completed (& passed), send your computer generated certificate to umpires@cambridgenetball.co.nz to continue your journey on the Umpire Pathway where you can now work towards your Centre (Practical) Award.
Centre (Practical) Award
Once you have completed your Centre Theory exam and submit your certificate. We will add you to our pathway of umpires who will be coached and screened for their Centre Award. There are specific Key Performance Indicators you need to meet to be awarded your Centre Award. Click Here to view these.
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