Steps to Becoming an AYSO Referee
Register as an AYSO volunteer on the Chino Hills AYSO Website at:
ayso779.org
- LOGIN to the Chino Hills AYSO website OR if you don't already have an account, click REGISTER NOW
- Click "Volunteer" on the menu on the left
On the Volunteer Screen click the green ‘Find Volunteer Roles’ button.
Select Program(s) to View Volunteer Roles” screen, click “+ Select” button next to Volunteer Registration, then ‘view roles.’
On the Roles Screen, choose referee and any other roles you wish to volunteer for.
On the E-Signature screen, choose “click here to update e-sign form”
Follow the prompts to complete your account setup & return to the Home page
Note: access to AYSO U will not be available until the next morning
Complete all "Safe Haven" courses online
- Access AYSO U to complete all online courses
- Login to "My Account," click "Volunteer," and click the "AYSOU" button (using your username/password for this website)
- Under "Training Library" find the Safe Haven modules, click "View Courses," and all courses shown
- Safe Haven, CDC Concussion and Sudden Cardiac Arrest and SafeSport courses must be completed
- Print your certificates
ONLINE/IN-PERSON: Take the Basic Referee Course - This is a two-part process, an online session and a classroom session
- Login to AYSO U (using your username/password for this website)
- Register for the classroom session: Go to In-Person Courses > Referee Instructor Led Courses > Regional Referee Online Companion Course & click the 'Sessions' button to the right
- From one of the available dates on the 'New Referee Training' section of this page, choose a session by pressing 'Register'
- Go to Online Courses > Regional Referee Training Course
- Take the online module: YOU MUST COMPLETE THE MODULE PRIOR TO THE CLASSROOM SESSION
- Attend the classroom session on the date you chose at registration
IN-PERSON: Regional Referee Course
This option generally consists of an 8 hour course, offered all-day on a weekend day or on two weeknights. Course length may vary depending on the presenter. These courses are offered in Chino Hills and other nearby regions.
- Login to AYSO U (using your username/password for this website)
- Register for the Regional Referee Course: Go to "Training Event" then search for "Regional Referee - Full n-Person Course"
- Choose a location and date that is convenient for you and then press "Enroll"
- Attend the course at the date and time described by the course instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there an age restriction?
A: Yes, referees must be at least 12 years old, but there is no upper age limit. Youth referees can officiate one age bracket below their own age level.
Q: Do I need to pre-register for a course?
A. Yes! YOU MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THE CLASS.
Q: What should I bring to the course?
A: Your online Safe Haven, Concussion & Regional Referee certificates. Also, you’ll need paper and a pen/pencil for taking notes. We’ll provide you with course materials.
Q: What if I am late arriving to a course?
A: Punctual attendance is critical. Late arriving students may be asked to attend another course.
Q: I am a USSF Soccer referee. Can I referee AYSO games?
A: Yes, but only after completing the USSF-AYSO crossover process. The form and directions can be found HERE