Official & Referee Program

Officials & Referee Program

Official Referee, Judge & Technical Officials Framework of AstraYudha

The Officials & Referee Program of AstraYudha establishes a standardized system for the education, certification, grading, and conduct of referees, judges, and technical officials responsible for the fair and safe administration of AstraYudha competitions.

This program ensures consistency, integrity, and professionalism across all sanctioned events.

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the Officials & Referee Program, candidates must:

Be at least 18 years of age
Demonstrate good physical and mental fitness
Have basic knowledge of AstraYudha rules
Maintain ethical conduct and discipline
Accept and follow the Officials Code of Conduct

Prior martial arts or sports officiating experience is recommended but not mandatory.

Training & Education

The program includes:

Rules & scoring theory
Referee signals and commands
Match control and positioning
Safety and injury prevention
Ethical officiating standards
Practical match simulations

Training is conducted through:

Seminars
Workshops
Online modules (where applicable)
On-field practical assessments

Assessment & Evaluation

Officials are evaluated through:

Written rule examinations
Practical officiating tests
Performance reviews during competitions
Conduct and discipline monitoring

Certification is granted only upon successful completion of all requirements.

Purpose of the Program

The Officials & Referee Program is designed to:

Ensure fair play and athlete safety
Maintain uniform rule interpretation
Develop highly qualified referees and judges
Promote ethical officiating and transparency
Support national and international competition standards

All officials must operate independently, without bias or conflict of interest.

Official Dress Code

White official uniform or approved attire
Official badge or ID (when assigned)
Clean, professional appearance

Appointment & Assignment

Officials are appointed based on qualification level
Assignments are made by the Technical or Officials Committee
Officials may not officiate matches involving personal or professional conflicts

Continuous Development

Certified officials are encouraged to:

Attend refresher courses
Participate in advanced seminars
Update knowledge with rule revisions
Contribute to the development of AstraYudha sport

Referee & Judge Certification Levels

Level 1 – District / Entry Level

Basic rules and safety knowledge
Eligible for local and district competitions

Level 2 – State / National Level

Advanced rule interpretation
Eligible for state and national events

Level 3 – International Level

Full technical competence
Eligible for international and continental events
Requires recommendation and evaluation

Each level requires successful completion of training, assessment, and practical evaluation.

Categories of Officials

1. Referee

Controls the match inside the competition area
Enforces rules and safety standards
Has full authority to start, stop, or terminate a bout

2. Judge

Scores matches objectively based on approved criteria
Evaluates technique, control, and effectiveness
Does not interfere with the match flow

3. Technical Official

Oversees equipment compliance and mat readiness
Assists with rule clarification and event operations
Supports referee and judges administratively

4. Timekeeper & Recorder

Controls match time and rest intervals
Maintains official score records and bout sheets

Code of Conduct

All officials must:

Act impartially and professionally
Respect athletes, coaches, and fellow officials
Avoid conflicts of interest
Follow official dress code
Uphold the reputation of AstraYudha sport

Violation of conduct may result in suspension, downgrade, or revocation of certification.

Certification Validity

Certification is valid for a defined period
Renewal requires continued activity and compliance
Inactive or non-compliant officials may be de-listed

Official Recognition Statement

Only officials certified through the approved AstraYudha Officials & Referee Program are authorized to officiate at sanctioned events. Any officiating outside this framework is not officially recognized.

Contact & Applications

For referee and official certification inquiries:

Email: worldastrayudha@gmail.com
Website: www.worldastrayudha.org