UMPIRES CLINIC - FIRST STEP TO LEARNING TO UMPIRE

Our Learning to Umpire Clinic is a welcoming and supportive program designed for anyone interested in starting their umpiring journey.

This clinic provides a safe and encouraging space where beginner umpires can learn, practise, and grow under the guidance of experienced mentors and accredited umpire developers.

Every Saturday at 2:30 pm. Held at Essendon District Netball Association courts (either Court 9 or 10)

During the clinic, participants will develop:

Fundamental umpiring techniques
How to identify netball infringements
Correct application of penalties
How to set and manage penalties during live play
Confidence in decision-making and game management

Learning is progressive, practical, and tailored to each umpire’s stage of development.

PATHWAY TO GETTING ONTO COURT

As umpires develop their skills within the clinic:

Mentors will observe, guide, and provide ongoing feedback
Once an umpire is assessed as ready, mentors will communicate with the Umpire Coordinator
The umpire will then be allocated to a game the following week
New umpires will be partnered with a mentor on court to ensure continued support and confidence

WHO CAN ATTEND

Brand new umpires
Players, parents, or community members interested in umpiring
Anyone wanting to learn in a supportive, pressure-free environment

No experience is required.

COST

✅ Free to attend

✅ No bookings required

✅ Join any session at any time

GET INVOLVED

If this program sounds like something you would be interested in, we encourage you to come along to any Saturday session and see what umpiring is all about.

Our mentors are ready to support you every step of the way as you begin your umpiring journey.

Develop confidence. Learn the rules. Take the first step into umpiring.

COMMUNICATION & REGISTRATION

We strongly encourage anyone wishing to attend and learn to be an umpire to follow the EDNA Umpire Registration process, by completing the 2026 EDNA UMPIRE/STAFF REGISTRATION FORM this form will guide the umpire to important online learning which doesn't need to be completed to join the clinic, however it is required prior to starting out on an actual game. The form also gives EDNA emergency contact details, and guides the umpire to our umpire Communication system (Time,Umpire App), we encourage all new umpires int he clinic to get this app as it will indicate which court the clinic on each week.