IREF Training Programs
IREF Courses
One fully available online course. Two more available by request.
Recreational Soccer Referee
Required for all first-time referees. Five modules designed to prepare you for everything that happens on and off the field — in about two to three hours of self-paced coursework.
Course Modules
- 1The Secret Sauce
The mindset of players, parents, coaches, and referees — and why it matters before the opening whistle.
- 2Laws of the Game
Player equipment, offside, fouls, misconduct, and the recreational-specific rules that vary by club.
- 3Mental Ninja: Applying the Sauce
Pre-match protocols, positioning, communication, and handling pressure from the sideline.
- 4You Make the Call
Real game footage. Apply your skills to live referee decisions before ever stepping on the field.
- 5Assessment
Complete your official IREF certification.
What You Receive
- IREF patch
- Red and yellow cards
- Certificate for the calendar year
- Uniforms, whistles & flags available in shop
Additional Programs
These programs are in development or scheduled as remote events. Submit a request and Mark will reach out to schedule.
IREF Advanced Course
Match Management & Advanced Mechanics
For referees who have completed the Recreational Soccer Referee course. Covers advanced match management in depth: fear, optics, mechanics for referees and ARs, communication, positioning, and fitness.
Requires: Completed Recreational Soccer Referee course. Referee account required to request.
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Ask the Ref
For Coaches & Club Administrators
A live remote session covering the most misunderstood calls and procedures in soccer: signals, free kicks, handling, advantage, dissent, and how to communicate with and support your referee crew.
For: Coaches and club administrators. A coach or club admin account is required to request.
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Ready to Start?
Register now to get access to the Recreational Soccer Referee course — IREF's 10-year-proven training program.