There are a whole host of reasons why people decide to pick up the whistle and begin refereeing: to keep active in the sport; to gain a sense of achievement from providing an invaluable service to players and clubs (many games could not go ahead without the support of Society refs); and to make new and lifelong friends in the game. Refereeing is challenging, rewarding, and above all can be great fun.

Joining Kent Society means that you will receive expert support and training as you pursue a career in refereeing. We are here to help you get the best out of the game.

Benefits of Joining the Society

On joining the Society all referees receive:

• To encourage more Women to become a referee all women joining are reimbursed of their Course fee £85 (must be within 3 months of qualification) on completion of 6 games.
• Your first year’s membership for a £1 (for insurance purposes) subsequent years are £25 / £1.00 for students)
• A free referee’s shirt annually 
• After you complete your first 6 games for the Society, you receive our free standard kit package of shorts, socks, shower proof jacket and trousers.
• Feedback cards and score card books
• A set of flags
• Reimbursement of mileage costs to games
• Training & further development
• Allocated to games of appropriate level