Umpiring Come and Try Sessions
This is your sign to be an Umpire
Are you passionate about football and looking for a way to stay active, stay connected to the game, and earn extra income?
Umpiring is the ideal opportunity for you!
Whether you want to umpire alongside playing or focus just on officiating, it’s a great way to build your leadership skills, confidence, and game knowledge.
New to Umpiring?
Join one of our Come & Try Umpiring Sessions — a relaxed, no-pressure way to learn the basics, ask questions, and experience what umpiring is all about!
Why Umpire?
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Get paid – Rates start from $45 for umpiring a junior community game up to $200 for a senior community game.
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Stay Fit – Umpiring is a great way to improve your fitness while being part of the action.
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Learn & Grow – Gain in-depth knowledge of the game’s rules, improve communication, and develop valuable life skills.
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Opportunities at all Levels – Start locally and work your way up to umpire at WAFL and AFL levels.
Are responsible for deciding if a goal or behind has been scored, signalling the score and recording it on your goal cards.
Be in the heart of the game, officiate the laws of the game, ensuring fair play.
Moves along the boundary, judging whether the ball is out of bounds or out on the full, and returns the ball to play with a throw-in.
Help mentor new umpires and guide them to success.
Are responsible for deciding if a goal or behind has been scored, signalling the score and recording it on your goal cards.
Be in the heart of the game, officiate the laws of the game, ensuring fair play.
Moves along the boundary, judging whether the ball is out of bounds or out on the full, and returns the ball to play with a throw-in.
Help mentor new umpires and guide them to success.
Ready to get started?
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Frequently asked questions
Simply complete the registration form above and you will be contacted about the next steps.
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn are key. After registering, you’ll be expected to:
- Register on our online Umpires database, Officials HQ (its’ free and easy)
- Have a valid Working With Children (WWC) check
You can train weekly with your local umpiring club to develop your skills. We also have Coaches & Mentors who provide on-site feedback during match days, especially during your first few games.
Umpiring itself is free. Weekly training sessions come at no cost. The only initial expense is the uniform, but you’ll quickly earn this back within 2-3 games.
Acknowledgement of Country
WA Football acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the many lands across Western Australia where we train, play, and come together through football. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all First Nations people. We recognise the deep and continuing contribution First Nations peoples make to our game and our communities.
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