{"id":50141,"date":"2026-05-12T12:42:52","date_gmt":"2026-05-12T11:42:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/?p=50141"},"modified":"2026-05-12T13:38:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T12:38:32","slug":"portuguese-triathlon-federation-opens-registrations-for-initial-triathlon-referee-courses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racefinder.pt\/en\/portuguese-triathlon-federation-opens-registrations-for-initial-triathlon-referee-courses\/","title":{"rendered":"Portuguese Triathlon Federation Opens Registrations for Initial Triathlon Referee Courses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Portuguese Triathlon Federation has announced two new Initial Referee Courses for people interested in becoming part of the triathlon officiating community in Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initiative aims to strengthen the referee community and raise awareness about the importance of officiating in the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cReferees are a fundamental part of Triathlon \u2014 without them, there are no competitions,\u201d highlights the Portuguese Triathlon Federation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The courses are open not only to current athletes, but also to friends, family members, sports enthusiasts, and anyone interested in getting involved in the sport from a different perspective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dates and Locations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants can choose the date and location that is most convenient for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lisbon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Centro Qualifica, Castelo NORTE, Portas de Benfica, Lisbon<br>\ud83d\udcc5 May 16, 2026<br>\u23f0 09:30\u201313:00 and 14:30\u201318:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">S\u00e3o Mamede de Infesta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd S\u00e3o Mamede de Infesta<br>\ud83d\udcc5 June 14, 2026<br>\u23f0 09:30\u201313:00 and 14:30\u201318:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does the Course Work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The training includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>one full day of theoretical training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>followed by a practical component with attendance at 4 different races<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The course introduces participants to triathlon regulations, officiating methodologies, and competition procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Program<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Topics covered include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>introduction to the Portuguese Triathlon Federation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>evolution of triathlon over time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sports legislation and regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>World Triathlon rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>officiating methodologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>competition procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The course will be led by Anabela Santos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Evaluation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants will be evaluated through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a written test<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>practical participation in races<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can Participate?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The course is open to anyone interested in triathlon officiating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Young participants must be at least 18 years old when officiating their first race as trainee referees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Federation also highlights that this is an excellent opportunity for athletes who want to better understand the rules and structure behind triathlon competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The course registration fee is \u20ac20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration deadlines:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lisbon: until May 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>S\u00e3o Mamede de Infesta: until June 13<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration Forms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lisbon Course<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/forms.gle\/CykrViv6PrvpbcB99\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">S\u00e3o Mamede de Infesta Course<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\nhttps:\/\/forms.gle\/w7bfBx6BnCGa4mow7\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce9 <a href=\"mailto:formacao@federacao-triatlo.pt\">formacao@federacao-triatlo.pt<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Portuguese Triathlon Federation has announced two new Initial Referee Courses for people interested in becoming part of the triathlon officiating community in Portugal. 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