Reeree certifications are good forever! If you have already taken a referee class and have your Regional Badge, you do not need to take another Regional Class. You are welcome to attend a class if you would like a refresher. For more information, contact Kevin Knopf ([email protected])
UPCOMING CLASSES - UPDATED (8/19/25)
To sign up for a class, login to AYSOU (step-by-step instructions at end of this section). Make sure to complete all online components before heading to in-person classes.
Referee Classes in Region 19
Youth Only Regional Referee In-person Companion Course
Aug 31st - 9 am to 12 pm, at Bill Bott's (lower field, near snack bar)
Area P Courses (FYI, Region 19 sits inside Section 1, Area P)
Women's Regional Referee In-person Companion Course
Aug 23rd - 12 to 4 pm, Community Room, Colorado Center, 2500 Broadway, Santa Monica
Intermediate class
Sept 6-7 at Thomas Starr King Middle School, Los Feliz.
Additional dates and times to be announced for Intermediate and Advanced referee classes.
More information for Intermediate and Advanced - Contact: ADI, Kevin Knopf [email protected]
Sign-ups are available via AYSOU, which can be accessed through your login within the Region 19 webpage. Instructions below.
Other AYSO referee events
25/26 season updates coming soon!
Need help registering or signing up?
AYSO has launched a new Wiki page loaded with “how to” information.
This is a dynamic and ever growing page chock full of great material.
PLEASE READ: Pre-requisites (Mandated by law):
- All volunteers must first register as AYSO volunteers.
- All volunteers must complete the following online courses before officiating any games (DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO COMPLETE!!!).
Safe Haven
CDC concussion training
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training
SafeSport Training (except youth referees)
Background check (except youth referees)
How to Sign Up as an AYSO Referee
AYSO is a volunteer-run organization, and referees are essential to making games safe and fun. Here's how to sign up as a volunteer referee:
Step 1: Go to Your Region’s Website
For Region 19: www.ayso19.org
Click “Login” if you already have an account, or “Register Now” to create one in Sports Connect.
Step 2: Add Yourself as a Volunteer
Once logged in, go to “My Account.”
Click the Volunteer tab (left side) and then “Find Volunteer Roles.”
Select the appropriate program (e.g., Fall 2025), division (any division is fine), and click “View Available Positions.”
Choose “Referee” and click “Sign Up.”
Step 3: Complete the Volunteer Application
Fill in your personal details and electronically sign the waiver.
Submit your volunteer form.
Step 4: Complete the Background Check
You’ll receive an email from Sterling Volunteers to initiate your LiveScan (if required) and background check.
Follow all instructions and submit the background check promptly.
Step 5: Take the Required Online Courses
All referee volunteers must complete the following free trainings:
- AYSO Safe Haven
- CDC Concussion Awareness
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Regional Referee Course (Online version available on AYSOU)
To access these:
- Go to AYSOU (you may need to log in through Sports Connect first).
- Click on “Training Library” to take the courses under Safe Haven and Refereeing.
Step 6: Attend In-Person Training (If Needed)
For new referees, most Regions offer an in-person Regional Referee Companion Course to go over game management, signals, and field practice.
Check your Region's website or emails for training dates.
Step 7: Get Your Referee Gear
Once you're certified, your Region will provide a referee jersey, whistle, cards, and flags.
Ask your Referee Administrator if you’re missing anything.
Questions?
For Region 19: Email [email protected]
Region 19 is part of Area P and Section 1.