Endurance

Official using a walkie-talkie. Image by Aleksandra Szmigiel.
L1 officiating pathway

What does being an Endurance Official involve?

  • Marshalling at junctions/key points.
  • Recording completed laps/finishing order.
  • Assisting with course set up/marking/signage.
  • Supporting the Start/Finish areas.
  • Race Day registration.

Three steps to becoming a Level 1 endurance official

  1. Attend a Level 1 endurance official course and a risk awareness course.
    Duration 3 hours for both courses, split across 2 sessions.
    For anyone 16 years old or over.
  2. Complete the online safeguarding module that can be completed at your own pace
    (Athletics Hub > Online Courses > myLearning)
  3. Complete a DBS Check (myAthletics Portal > Apply Online DBS) and upload a licence photograph (myAthletics Portal > Personal Details > Edit).

Next steps

  • Work towards the next level at your own pace on the Endurance pathway.
  • Contact your COfSec (County Officials Secretary) for support/mentoring.
  • Contact your local athletics or running club to find out about events they are hosting or taking teams to compete in.
  • Use the Endurance Checklist for roles to gain practical experience in.
    Available within Athletics Hub > Online Courses > myLearning