2026 Umpire Courses

BNA Foundation Umpire Course will commence on Sunday 8th of March 2026.


Guidelines for commencement:


  • New umpire must be endorsed by their respective BNA club, who will forward on the link to complete the application. Close date is 1st of March 2026

  • Participant must be 13 years of age as at start date of course

  • Cost is $120 – Netball Rules Handbook and Whistle are provided as part of this cost

  • Participants need to complete the Rules of Netball Theory online exam with a pass mark of 70%. Certificate needs to be sent to UMCumpiring@brisbanenetball.org.au and your respective Umpire Convenor

  • Generally, each Club will provide an umpire shirt for your use

  • Blue card required if you are over 18 years of age


Week #

Theory / Practical Session Date and Time

Theory or Practical

1

Sunday 8th March 2026 3 - 5pm

Theory - BNA Club House

2

Sunday 15th March 2026 3 - 5 pm

Theory - BNA Club House

3

Saturday 21st March 2026 - on Court with a dedicated Mentor (Junior game)

Practical - BNA Courts

4

Sunday 22nd March 2026 3 - 5pm

Theory - BNA Club House

5

Saturday 28th March 2026 - on Court with a dedicated Mentor (Junior game)

Practical - BNA Courts

6

Saturday 9th May 2026 - on Court with a dedicated Mentor (Junior game)

Practical - BNA Courts

7

Saturday 16th May 2026 730 - 9am
(Final discussion, plus presentation of certificates and celebration morning tea)

Theory - BNA Club House


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