USA Archery is offering an online Judge Certification Course for Level 1, Level 2 Certified and Level 3 National Judges on the USA Archery Education Hub, making it easier than ever to advance your archery career.
Archery events depend on judges to run safely, smoothly, and ensure a level playing field for all archers. The USA Archery Judge Certification Program upholds an international standard of event judging at all levels of competition within USA Archery.
To register, find a course that's right for you below. After successfully completing a course and any additional requirements, certifications will automatically update in your USA Archery Membership Services Account.
USA Archery’s Judge Certification program has transitioned from a two level system to a three level system. The additional level was added as an entry level for judging at local events.
| CErtification Level | Level of Tournament Able to Judge At |
|---|---|
| Level 1 Judge | Local |
| Level 2 Certified Judge | Local, State, Regional, National |
| Level 3 National Judge | National Judge |
Please review the Judge Selection Procedures for additional information.
Judge courses are completed online through the USA Archery Education Hub. Follow the steps below for new judge certifications and certification renewal:
USA Archery will not accept the World Archery Americas Online National Judge Course in place of the USA Archery Level 3 National Judge Course. The USA Archery courses are designed specifically for USA Archery judges and USA Archery events.
If you have attended a USA Archery Regional Judge Seminar, World Archery Americas Continental Judge Seminar, or World Archery Judge Seminar within three years of your certification expiration date then you must send an email to [email protected] within 60 days of renewal. You will receive a coupon code to take the online refresher course for $35.
Renewal information can be found here.
CERTIFICATION TERM: 3 YEARS
*If completed for another USA Archery program, it is not necessary to resubmit.
**U.S. Center for SafeSport Training for under 18 will require parental consent
CERTIFICATION TERM: 3 YEARS
*If completed for another USA Archery program, it is not necessary to resubmit.
**U.S. Center for SafeSport Training for under 18 will require parental consent
The USA Archery Level 3 National Judge Certification supports the continued development of judges capable of officiating at local, state, and national events. Online course content and the in-person practical are designed to increase judge knowledge, understanding, and application of skills.
Certification Information:
The Level 3 National Judge certification requires completion of an online course as well as an in-personal practical assessment. This practical is in-person and takes place at pre-determined USA Archery National/USAT events (contact [email protected] for schedule).
Certification Period: 3 Years
Course Content: During the in-person portion of this course, students will examine and discuss case studies, rule interpretations and rehearse practical situations and procedures. In addition, each candidate will demonstrate competency in the following areas:
Contact [email protected] to receive an invitation to register for the Level 3 National Judge Practical. Email should include the Outdoor and Indoor National level events where candidate has previously judged.
Practical Length: Approximately two hours. World Archery certified Continental Judges will facilitate the practical.
Please note: the World Archery National Judge Online Course does not satisfy USA Archery Judge Certification Prerequisites .
Register for the USA Archery Level 3 National Judge Online Course
The title of USA Archery Judge Emeritus is awarded to USA Archery Judge for distinguished judge and official service to USA Archery. Nominations are provided by the Officials and Rules Advisory Council and must be ratified by USA Archery Board of Directors.
USA Archery Judges who wish to officiate Continental events (World Archery Americas, WAA) may apply for Continental Judge candidacy after meeting the following criteria:
Certification Steps
WAA Certification seminars are announced via the newsletter. Stay current on WAA news and Judge information by signing up for the World Archery Americas newsletter here: [email protected]
WAA Continental Judge Certification is valid for four years. Renewal process will include:
Note: USA Archery Level 3 National Judge certification is required to maintain status as Continental Judge, International Judge Candidate or International Judge.
USA Archery Judges who wish to officiate World Archery events may apply for candidacy after meeting the following criteria:
WAA Certification seminars are announced via the newsletter. Stay current on WAA news and Judge information by signing up for the World Archery Americas newsletter here: [email protected]
Note: USA Archery Level 3 National Judge certification is required to maintain status as Continental Judge, International Judge Candidate or International Judge.
Being a Judge is a cool way to give back. Without judges, local programs can’t grow because a lot of clubs don’t have funds to send their kids to tournaments that require travel for their first event experience. So, if they can host tournaments with local judges, they can give kids local opportunities to grow and improve.
- Hala Skelton, USA Archery Level 2 Certified Judge and Archery Instructor
For more information on Judge Certification programs, email [email protected] or phone (719) 866-3451.
