COACH/REFEREE

Coaching

Community Coaching Awards

Coaching our players is a rewarding job. From 2026, all community coaching courses are free and can be completed in your own time via NZF Learn. 

For more information about the community coaching qualifications available to you, please see the New Zealand Football Website.

If you are interested in gaining a junior coaching qualification then please talk to your grade manager in the first instance to find out more.

At Upper Hutt City Football, we are advocates of the CoachMate App. CoachMate is designed to make session planning simple, with free, easy to understand drills perfect for your team’s needs. 

Advanced Coaching Awards

Interested in taking your coaching to the next level. We support our club coaches to get on advanced coaching courses. Please contact Toby for more details; dof@upperhuttcityfootball.org.nz

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Referees

Refereeing is a vital job on the field. For referees in New Zealand there is a clear pathway to help you achieve your goals while contributing to the success and enjoyment of players, coaches and fans along the way.

Refereeing this season? Please see below for the right course for you!

Refereeing your child’s game? Go to NZF Learn and complete the Mini Football Referee Award in your own time!

Want to become an appointed match official? Capital Football offer a Level 1 refereeing course. Please contact connol@capitalfootball.org.nz for more details.