Referees of all Classes must comply with the Canadian Soccer Association and the B.C. Soccer Association regulations relating to referees and the code of ethics.

Black shirt with white collar and cuffs, or alternate if necessary, black shorts, black soccer-style shoes and black knee length socks with three white rings around the top. The shirt may have short sleeves. One badge shall be worn on the left breast area of the shirt. The badge shall be for the highest level for which the referee is qualified, such as FIFA referee, National or the badge approved by the Association.

B.C. referees have an obligation to ensure that they are in first class physical and mental condition.
 

All FIFA, National and Class 1 referees must have an annual medical examination and successfully complete the FIFA approved fitness test. The fitness test must be completed annually and the results must be submitted to the British Columbia Soccer Association. The FIFA, National and Nominated National referees must complete three fitness tests. The 1st fitness test is to be completed by May 15th,the second by July 1st and the 3rd fitness test is to be completed by September 1st. The results of these tests must be submitted to the Association within two working days of the test for inclusion to the National Association. The Medical form, completed and signed by a physician must be presented to the fitness test supervisor prior to testing at the first scheduled fitness test.

All referees (Class 4 to F.I.F.A.) are required to participate and satisfactorily complete annual fitness requirements. (FIFA and National have additional requirements)

The following is the criteria for B.C. officials to qualify for promotion and/or maintain their current status.

The fitness test shall be taken a minimum of once per year. We welcome all officials to "come out and participate". Aspiring officials are encouraged to do the complete test.

All referees are reminded of the medical requirement necessary before the fitness test may be attempted.
 

This is for your benefit. An annual medical is your responsibility and is highly recommended but a signed waiver will be accepted from Class 2, 3 & 4 referees.

This test is conducted on a selected oval track

CLASS ONE

1) Up to and including the year of your 45th birthday or to qualify as a Class One

2) 46 and up to and including the year of your 50th birthday

The test is to be performed in the order listed. Participants should have an appropriate warm up period prior to starting the test. It is recommended that there be a rest period of 15 minutes before the 12 minute run. Time allowed for completion of the test is 2 hours.

3) Over 50 years of age

· 12 minute run, distance of a least 2000 metres (walking not permitted)

CLASS TWO, THREE AND FOUR

1) Up to and including the year of your 45th birthday

· 12 minute run, distance of a least 2700 metres (walking not permitted)

2) 46 and up to and including the year of your 50th birthday

· 12 minute run, distance of a least 2400 metres (walking not permitted)

3) Over 50 years of age

· 12 minute run, distance of a least 2000 metres (walking not permitted)