Technical Official Certification
Overview
The British Obstacle Sports Level 1 Technical Official Course is the first level of certification for existing race marshals who have worked on obstacle course races and ninja competitions. It’s designed by World Obstacle, the Fédération Internationale de Sports d’Obstacles (FISO), the international governing body for obstacle sports and related events. British Obstacle Sports has applied updates taking into account the British Obstacle Sports rulebook and processes.
The aim of the course is to prepare existing race marshals to work as Technical Officials (TO), then to progress to a Level 2 certification in OCR Track and OCR XC, and work as future National Technical Officials (NTO) at national and regional events, and optionally as International Technical Officials (ITO) at international championships and competitions.
The Level 1 OCR Technical Official Course will cover the following:
- Roles of Technical Officials
- Competition rules and race categories
- Materials and equipment
- Ethics and conduct
- Health and safety
- Communication skills
- Officiating practice and assessment
The Technical Official development framework aligns to the wider development framework for OCR and ninja sport coaches.
2026 course date(s)
- Monday 15th June – 8:00pm
- Saturday 1st August – 5:00pm
- Tuesday 8th September – 8.30pm
- Monday 12th October – 7:30pm
- Sunday 22nd November – 7:00pm
For new officials or a refresher for existing TOs.
Click on this link to register.
Cost (for new officials)
The current cost of the certification is £12.50 to cover administration costs and a top for certified officials if you complete the required experience once qualified. Note you must be a British Obstacle Sports member to attend.
British Obstacle Sports – L2 OCR XC Technical Official CPD
- Friday 20th March – 8:00pm
- Monday 13th July – 7.30pm
British Obstacle Sports – L2 OCR Track Technical Official CPD
- Wednesday 29th April – 8:00pm
- Sunday 15th November – 7:30pm
For officials progressing from L1 to L2 in OCR XC or OCR Track. Register your interest via TO WhatsApp L2 CPD/Progression Group
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