Hello Dolphin Families! My name is Sarah McFarlane and I am the Volunteer Coordinator for the team this year. As we mentioned in team registration every family is REQUIRED to get ONE family member trained as a certified official for a meet.  This email gives you instructions on how to complete this requirement.

Training is ONLINE and FREE. I have attached a guide to walk you through the steps to complete the training. Remember - you may never have to act as a certified official, however, having the training depth only helps the team. We can also add Shadow positions for a meet if you would like to shadow an experienced official before officiating on your own.

ACTION NEEDED - FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN THIS ORDER:

1. Please go to EVENTS and click GREEN sign up for JOB Button on the “Officials Training Signup 2026” event.
   1. Select the position you are going to train for.  This is not the actual training, just a signup to track what positions are available.
2. Once you have signed up for the position you want to get certified for, go to Training Info - RSL Swimming (swimtopia.com)
3. Scroll down the page and select the link for the position from the list.
   1. Complete the selected training via the EdPuzzle platform.
   2. USE THE WEBSITE NOT THE APP.
   3. You MUST answer all questions and click the SUBMIT button at the end of each course in order to get credit.
   4. If you do not score 70% or higher, you will be required to re-train.
4. After completing RSL training, please complete and submit the Officials Training form to be considered for certification
   1. RSL Google Form: CLICK HERE
   2. You must attach the screenshots exactly as the form identifies.
5. To submit any USA Swimming or VHSL certification waivers, CLICK HERE

Lastly, we are planning to provide an in-person training with kids in the pool - training option for those who sign up to be certified as a Referee, Starter, and Stroke & Turn Judge. We will also have the starter equipment for new starters to practice with. This date is TBD.

If you have any questions - please reach out.

THANK YOU & GO DOLPHINS!!