Level 3 Program

Alberta Roller Hockey Level 3 Officiating Program                                                                          

The Level 3 program was created to take Alberta Level 2 officials to the next phase of their progression. The course is designed to push you on your knowledge of the RHC rulebook and test your ability and desire to learn the different playing rules that our sport competes under in North America and around the world. The course will also provide training and guidance for you to become a senior official and contribute to the next generation of officials around Alberta. This entire process is to prepare you so that one day when you get the opportunity to officiate inline-roller games under a different setting and no matter what the speed or quality of the game you will be ready.

Procedure for applying for level 3 program

1. Minimum 21 years of age and 5 years’ experience
2. Currently possess Level 2 designation
3. Provide notice to Provincial Referee-in-Chief of interest to register
4. Register online as a level 3 official (registration will be relayed to National RIC)
5. Complete 2 supervisions in local league by end of April
6. Complete SRD test before end of May
7. Complete additional 3 supervisions by 3rd weekend of May
8. Officials who attain Level 3 certification will receive notification after BOW evaluations

Commitments for a Registered Active Level 3 Official

1. Pay your Level 3 Registration fee for the season
2. Complete all required supervisions and send copies to local RIC and Provincial RIC
3. Complete Roller Hockey Canada Exam, including Level 3 questions
4. Complete SRD exam by the established deadline
5. Provide availability to officiate local tournaments and other elite Alberta travel opportunities
6. Purchase all applicable equipment

7. Provide availability for Red Deer Battle on Wheels Tournament for final surface evaluation

8. *if not available for BOW, final evaluation will occur at other elite Roller Hockey events

9. Keep a positive and open line of communication with Provincial RIC

Commitments to retain Inactive Level 3 Official Status (Program not applicable until 2024)

1. Pay your Level 3 Registration fee for the season
2. Complete all required supervisions and send copies to local RIC and Provincial RIC
3. Complete Roller Hockey Canada Exam, including Level 3 questions
4. Inactive Level 3 officials will not be eligible for international travel

Equipment Obligations for Level 3 Official

• Roller Hockey Canada Officials Jersey
• Black Inline Hockey or Black Pro Officials Pants
• Mandatory Half Shield
• Black Helmet
• White Skate Laces

Benefits of the level 3 program:

• Travel opportunities for Provincial, National and International Competitions.
• Some leagues will compensate for supervisions done throughout the year
• Some leagues will compensate Level 3 officials for mentorship of an officiating partner
• Evaluations by local and Provincial RIC during season and local tournaments
• Items of Recognition

Current Travel Opportunities Outside Alberta and the Procedure

Vancouver - North Shore Inline High School Tournament (May Long Weekend)

• Complete your two supervisions and send off to league and Provincial RIC’s
• Be ready and willing to travel on event dates
• Evaluations will begin locally from league RIC’s
• Final evaluations will occur at the first provincial tournament in May
• AMRHA RIC presents top 3-4 selections to Alberta Roller Hockey Executive
• AMRHA executive selects one individual to represent province at tournament

State Wars (July 20 - August 3)

• Complete three supervisions and send off to league and Provincial RIC’s
• Be ready and willing to travel on event dates
• Evaluations will occur during tournaments in May thru June
• Final evaluations will occur at BOW Tournament in Red Deer
• AMRHA RIC presents top 3-4 selections to Alberta Roller Hockey Executive
• AMRHA executive selects two individuals to represent province at State Wars tournament
• Travel arrangements are made and State Wars officials equipment is prepared

International Opportunities (July – September) Administered by Roller Hockey Canada

*World Championships, NARCh, State Wars, Etc.

• You have completed All five Supervisions and sent off to league and Provincial RIC’s
• You have completed the SRD exam by the deadline
• Available for last surface evaluation at BOW Tournament in Red Deer
• All Officials are contacted and notified if they have attained their Level 3
• All Provincial Level 3 selections are forwarded on to National RIC

Expenses that are covered during travel opportunities

• Hotel
• Flight
• Rental Car Allowance up to $400
• Equipment you might require (Jersey, etc.)
• Tournaments will provide some meals

Costs you will Incur

• Gas Money
• Any Meals outside tournament setting
• Broken or damaged equipment