BECOME AN OFFICIAL
 

Thank You to Our Amazing QuickSilver Officials!

Officials are amazing -- they allow us to run swim meets and for our kids to be able to continue progressing in the sport. 
QuickSilver is thankful to have dedicated parents that have taken the time to help the team and become USA Swimming officials.

Benefits/Procedure for Becoming an Official in Pacific Swimming

  • Gain a more thorough understanding of swimming strokes
  • Help support a sport that promotes a healthy lifestyle for our children
  • Become involved in the meet both mentally and physically
  • Fulfill volunteer requirements 
  • Get closer to the competition
  • Receive great hospitality
  • Preferred parking at most venues

 

If you are interested in finding out more, talk to a senior coach today or email [email protected].  The steps to become a USA Swimming Stroke & Turn Official are as follows: 

Step 1 - Register for USA Swimming - email [email protected] for link to register with QSS!

Step 2 - Complete a Level 2 Background Check

Step 3 - Complete Athlete Protection Training

Step 4 - Complete Concussion Protocol Training

Print your certificate and mail to Pacific Swimming or email to [email protected]
and cc' [email protected] to help enable tracking.

Step 5 - Complete CANRA Training

 
Step 6 - Attend a Clinic
Clinics are held annually in Concord.  
 
​Step 7 - Stroke & Turn Officials Test (OR Admin Test)
Complete Stroke and Turn Certification test online.  You will need to log-in to your account for the test.
 
Step 8 - Training: Shadow 2-day meets
You can shadow at most C/B/A+ meets.  Certification requires two on deck trainings, but more may be needed to feel comfortable and be ready for evaluation. 
 
Step 9 - Evaluation/Check-out
You get evaluated and recommended for advancement by a meet referee.
To get started, register 

Head Officials

Head of Zone 1 South Officials: Jeanette Soe  and Mette Graverson