RCR Training Session
The Referee Evaluations Committee will be hosting an online Referee Coaching Review (RCR) Training Session, previously called Referee Assessment Training on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m.
If you would like to attend, please complete this registration form. Participation will be limited to 15 officials. Registration confirmation, along with the meeting link, will be sent in advance of the session.
Additional sessions will be scheduled throughout the season. For those attending OJIs in December, we will run an in-person RCR Training Session between sessions on one of the competition days.
NEW Requirements for Conducting RCRs
This season there will be a new credential in REMS indicating which officials can provide RCRs. Those that have already completed the Referee Assessment Training will see this credential in REMS soon. We will also be introducing new requirements to help ensure greater consistency in the process.
Requirements for Level Vs to complete RCRs:
- 1 year at Level V - Effective immediately
- Attend RCR Training - Effective March 1, 2027
- Complete a collaborative RCR with a provincial evaluator before conducting RCRs independently - Effective September 1, 2027
- Actively develop the skills required to be an effective evaluator, including providing constructive feedback, coaching officials, and supporting their development
In addition, approved Level IV officials will be able to conduct RCRs for officials progressing from Level III to Level IV. Level IV candidates can submit a maximum of one RCR conducted by a Level IV official as part of their evaluation requirements.
Requirements for Level IVs to complete RCRs:
- 3 years as a Level IV
- Attend RCR Training
- Complete a collaborative RCR with a provincial evaluator before conducting RCRs independently
- Final recommendation by the Referee Evaluations working group and approval by Swim Ontario
Please send any questions that you have regarding this information to the Referee Evaluations working group refevals@swimontario.com