Interested in becoming a certified futsal referee? There are several pathways available to help you get started:

Option 1: Certify or Recertify Online with USYF & Kansas State

Already certified and ready to renew? USYF’s online recertification course makes it easy — complete it anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.
Please confirm with your State Referee Administrator to ensure this recertification is accepted in your state.
Start your recertification here.

Option 2: Connect with Your State

Reach out to your State Referee Administrator (SRA) to explore local options for futsal-specific referee courses. They can guide you on upcoming in-person or virtual training sessions available in your area.

This year, USYF is proud to launch the USYF Referee Mentor Program at the 2025 National Championships!

At each USYF National Championship, our Referee Leadership team will identify leaders to help with education, support, mentoring, and guidance around the United States.  

Our goal is simply to elevate, educate, and empower futsal referees across the country.

USYF Referee Mentors will travel to regional events to work side-by-side with local referees provide guidance, building stronger officiating teams, as well as assist with mentoring and recruiting new referees.

Get ready to learn from the best!

The US Youth Futsal National Championships, is designated as excellent opportunity for referee development. The event annually include the presence of FIFA Futsal Instructor Shane Butler of U.S. Soccer and FIFA Futsal Referees.

United States Youth Futsal and U.S. Soccer are standing firm to protect referees and restore respect to the game. The updated policy includes stronger sanctions for any form of physical or non-physical abuse towards referees. We encourage every player and coach to learn what behaviors cross the line, so they can avoid penalties and help create a better culture for the future of soccer click here for more