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David Metcalf

AGB Para Officiating CPD 12-11-25 – Last chance to register

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The closing date for officials to enrol to attend this CPD is midnight Tuesday 4 November 2025.

The next online presentation will be on Wednesday 12 November 2025 @ 7:00pm on Zoom, the presenters are David Metcalf , Stewart Murray and Gerry Metcalf (WPS ITO’s).

The CPD is an introduction to officiating at events that include swimmers with a disability, aimed at swimming technical officials, Judge Level 1 or above. This CPD will give an overview of Functional Classification System, Terminology & Sport Class Overview including knowledge of World Para Swimming (WPS) rules and rule exceptions.

The CPD is free and attracts 3 points towards the renewal of the AGB officials Licence.

If you have already attended a similar Para Officiating CPD since Summer 2023, this is the same presentation and it is intended for new attendees.

Click here to Register to attend

 

Would you like to become a Swimming Stroke Judge (Judge Level 2)?

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Progression from Judge L1 onto Judge L2 Presentation Evening

This presentation is for regional licensed Judge Level 1 technical officials who wish to know more information regarding progressing further onto Judge Level 2 training before they apply for training.

Judge Level 2 Syllabus 

The roles and duties of Judges of Stroke, AQUA Laws of Stroke, the role and duties of Finish Judges. Practical experiences in relation to the judging of stroke and finish.

Click here to enrol on the evening

David Metcalf

Regional Swimming Officials’ Manager

[email protected]

 

New Swim England Judge Level 2 Online Application Process (Swimming) Now Live

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Swim England have announced a new online application process to apply to become a swimming Judge Level 2 (stroke judge). This replaces the previous process of completing an application form and sending it to the Regional officials’ coordinator.

Judge Level 2 is the next step in the swimming technical official qualification, building upon the skills learned in Judge Level 1. This level focuses on all aspects of judging strokes and involves additional responsibilities including the role and duties of Finish Judges.

To begin training for Judge Level 2, candidates must:

  • Be at least 16 years old
  • Have already qualified as a Judge Level 1
  • Completed 20 hours of poolside experience after achieving the Level 1 qualification

The training includes both theoretical learning and practical review sessions, along with mentored poolside training. A workbook will also be provided, which helps candidates demonstrate their practical competence before qualifying.

Once qualified, candidates will be listed as Judge Level 2 on the Swim England Membership Database.

The fee for Judge Level 2 training is £10. Swim England members who meet the requirements can apply. After applying, you’ll receive a logbook and the contact details of your Regional Officials Co-ordinator, who can assist you in planning your training.

When qualified, candidates will be attributed with the qualification Judge Level 2.

Click here to Apply to Become a Judge 2

Aquatics GB National Para Swimming CPD For Technical Officials

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The next online presentation will be on Thursday 10 April 2025 @ 7:00pm on Zoom, the presenters are David Metcalf and Tony Ward (WPS ITO’s).

The CPD is an introduction to officiating at events that include swimmers with a disability, aimed at swimming technical officials, Judge Level 1 or above. This CPD will give an overview of Functional Classification System, Terminology & Sport Class Overview including knowledge of World Para Swimming (WPS) rules and rule exceptions.

The CPD is free and attracts 3 points towards the renewal of the BS officials Licence.

If you have already attended a similar Para Officiating CPD since Summer 2023, this is the same presentation and it is intended for new attendees.

To reserve a place on the course please click on the national link below. You will be contacted after 4 April 25 with the Zoom joining instructions.

Please remember after applying to make a note in your diary/calendar.

The sign up link is https://forms.swimming.org/para-cpd/

Technical Delegates at Paris 2024

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On behalf of Swim England East Region, I am delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Craig Hunter of Hatfield Swimming Club and Tony Ward of Black Country and Potteries Masters SC (West Midlands) on their recent appointments in Paris! It is a groundbreaking achievement for British officials to serve as Technical Delegates for both the Olympic and Paralympic Games, a first that highlights their exceptional expertise and dedication.

This honour not only reflects their personal accomplishments but also underscores the esteemed reputation of British swimming officials on the international stage. Great Britain’s rich tradition in swimming and aquatic sports is further distinguished by this simultaneous representation at both the Olympics and Paralympics. It is a testament to the exceptional standards of British swimming and the outstanding quality of its officials.

Congratulations once again to Craig, Tony, and all those who have supported them. This is a proud moment for our sport!

David Metcalf

SEER Technical Officials’ Manager

Aquatics GB National Para Swimming CPD For Technical Officials

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The next online presentation will be on Friday 11 October 2024 @ 7:00pm by Zoom, the presenters are David Metcalf and Tony Ward (WPS ITO’s).

The CPD is an introduction to officiating at events that include swimmers with a disability, aimed at swimming technical officials, Judge Level 1 or above. This CPD will give an overview of Functional Classification System, Terminology & Sport Class Overview including knowledge of World Para Swimming (WPS) rules and rule exceptions.

The CPD is free and attracts 3 points towards the renewal of the BS officials Licence.

If you have already attended a similar Para Officiating CPD since Summer 2023, this is the same presentation and it is intended for new attendees.

To reserve a place on the course please click on the national link below. You will be contacted after 2 October 2024 with the Zoom joining instructions.

Please remember after applying to make a note in your diary/calendar.

The sign up link is https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Para1110

Aquatics GB National Para Swimming CPD For Swimming Technical Officials

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The next online presentation will be on Wednesday 10 July 2024 @ 7:00pm by Zoom, the presenters are David Metcalf and Tony Ward (WPS ITO’s).

The CPD is an introduction to officiating at events that include swimmers with a disability, aimed at swimming technical officials, Judge Level 1 or above. This CPD will give an overview of Functional Classification System, Terminology & Sport Class Overview including knowledge of World Para Swimming (WPS) rules and rule exceptions.

The CPD is free and attracts 3 points towards the renewal of the BS officials Licence.

If you have already attended a similar Para Officiating CPD since Summer 2023, this is the same presentation and it is intended for new attendees.

To reserve a place on the course please click on the national link below. You will be contacted after 5 July 2024 with the Zoom joining instructions.

Please remember after applying to make a note in your diary/calendar.

Application link please click here  

Photograph – Sam Mellish –  Manchester WPS World Championships

Regional Long Course Championships

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The region continues to actively recruit officials and volunteers for its Long Course Championships, which are being held over three weekends in April and May 2024.
Please follow the links below to apply for either role, or to access the region’s volunteer expense policy.
We look forward to welcoming the region’s clubs to our 2024 events.
A reminder that the closing date for all entries (including team events) is Thursday 4th April (midnight).

Applications to Officiate at Regional Galas

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Applications are invited from Swim East Region BS Technical Officials Swimming Officials (minimum qualification Licensed Judge Level 1) to officiate at this year’s Regional Long Course Championships In Luton and Norwich.

  • Regional LC Championships – Friday 19 to Sunday 21 April 2024 @ Luton
  • Regional LC Championships – Saturday 4 to Monday 6 May 2024 @ Norwich
  • Regional LC Championships – Saturday 11 to Sunday 12 May 2024 @ Norwich

Before you apply, please take time to read the updated volunteers expenses policy effective from November 23 on the application page. The Region have a limited number of hotel rooms available for volunteers who meet the accommodation qualifying criteria, please complete your application and contact David Metcalf direct to see availability.

In line with the recent changes made by Swim England to make volunteering on poolside more inclusive, the Region, are changing the uniform requirements for swimming competitions. Technical Officials are requested to wear black full length trousers or below the knee black skirts, black accessories and footwear (non-marking soles).

If you would like poolside mentoring for JL1 – JL2S, please apply via the link and select in the qualification dropdown menu, JL1 trainee, JL2 trainee and JL2S trainee as applicable.

All applications, please click here

David Metcalf

Regional Officials’ Manager