Becoming an Official
U.S. Figure Skating has approximately 1,300 volunteer officials serving in a wide variety of positions across the sport. Some are current or former skaters, some are parents of current or former skaters and others are simply people who love the sport and want to ensure future generations have access to fair competition.
If you are interested in becoming an official, or are just getting to know the different types of officials within the sport, spend some time browsing the information below.
Becoming and serving as an official takes time, but it also has a lot of perks. First and foremost, getting to watch skating, usually from the best seat in the house, knowing you're making it possible for skaters to pursue their dreams by providing the support necessary for competitions and test sessions to be held. When you add on the ability to interact with wonderful and interesting people who also share a passion for figure skating, the decision becomes a no-brainer.
For more information on becoming an official, click here.
If you are ready to begin the process of becoming an official, please complete this interest form to get registered.
In-Person and Online Schools
Upcoming Schools for Synchronized Judges and Referees
The Skating Club of Boston - Norwood, Massachusetts
When: 9am to 1pm on Nov. 21 - Times may shift slightly to accommodate the competition schedule. Will end prior to the start of competition.
Cost to attend: $35. Pay via online set up (below).
Who Should Attend? Great for prospective officials preparing to trial and current judges wanting a review ISU standards and rules.
Topics will include an in-depth review of GOE application for 25-26 season and review of program components using ISU standards.
Presenters:
- Devon Hensel - International Judge and National Referee
- Alyssa Liverette - National Judge and National Referee
Details on available meal options and lodging will be available later for those who register.
Register and pay here: https://fs12.formsite.com/USFSAIT/11-25SySJudgesSchoolMA/index
Deadline to register: Nov. 3, 2025
Wings Event Center – Kalamazoo, Michigan
When: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. classroom instruction on Nov. 21. Judging and critiques at the Kick-Off Classic (schedule TBA) on Nov. 22.
Cost to attend: $35 includes lunch and beverages. Pay via online sign up (below) or checks payable to GKSA at check in.
Who Should Attend? Great for prospective officials preparing to trial and current judges wanting to review ISU standards and rules.
Topics will include analyzing newest ISU communications and U.S. Figure Skating rulebook changes, and evaluating a variety of performances based on the newest judging guidelines.
Details on available meal options and lodging will be available later for those who register.
Presenter: Rebecca Finder – National Judge and Sectional Referee
Register and pay here: https://skatekalamazoo.org/koc-seminar/
View more details HERE.
Deadline to register: Nov. 3, 2025
