Officials

Become an Official

Dive Ontario is always looking to welcome new officials into our community. Officials play a critical role in ensuring competitions are fair, safe, and well-run, while supporting a positive experience for athletes, coaches, and spectators. Officials come from many different backgrounds, including former divers, parents of divers, and individuals who simply have an interest in the sport and a desire to be involved.

You do not need to have been a competitive diver to become an official. Many officials begin with little or no formal diving experience and develop their knowledge through structured training, mentorship, and hands-on involvement at competitions. What matters most is a willingness to learn, attention to detail, and a commitment to fair play.

Training, Mentorship, and Progression

New officials are supported through a clear development pathway that includes education, supervised experience, and ongoing learning opportunities. Training clinics are offered at the provincial level, and new officials gain experience by working alongside more experienced officials at sanctioned competitions.

As officials gain experience, there are opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, officiate at higher-level competitions, and participate in professional development programs. Dive Ontario works closely with national partners to support officials who wish to continue progressing in the sport, including opportunities to be considered for national development pathways.

A Valued and Supported Role

Officials are an essential part of the diving community and are supported by Dive Ontario through coordination, communication, and clear policies that help competitions run smoothly. Officials who are assigned to competitions receive guidance in advance of events and are part of a collaborative officiating team led by a meet referee.

Officiating also offers flexibility. Many officials balance officiating with other roles in the sport, including coaching, parenting, or volunteering, and can choose the level of involvement that fits their availability.

Why Consider Officiating?

Officiating offers a unique way to stay connected to the sport of diving while contributing behind the scenes. It provides insight into how competitions operate, fosters strong connections within the diving community, and allows individuals to play a meaningful role in athlete development and fair competition.

If you have ever considered becoming more involved in diving, or if you are curious about how you could contribute beyond the pool deck, officiating can be a rewarding and impactful way to give back.

Interested in Becoming an Official?

Please complete this form and submit to info@diveontario.com to be informed of upcoming clinic opportunities and next steps.