By Refs, for Refs

Fast Track Program

Structured training, on-field mentorship, and real game experience for referees ready to grow.

🔴 Registration is currently closed. Spring Fast Track 2027 Registration opens in December 2026

New or Experienced, There's a Track for You

Available for all 13+ certified referees.

new referees

New to refereeing and unsure about your first few matches? You'll have a cohort lead, a mentor at your games, and peers in their first season with you.

experienced referees

Ready for sharper decisions, harder games, and real feedback? The mentorship deepens, the matches get tougher, and the community keeps you motivated.

Choose your Path

Fast Track pairs mentorship, guided training, and real-game experience with a peer cohort, building skills and confidence that last beyond the final whistle. Many Junior Program graduates move straight into a Youth Cohort at 13, same mentorship, same community, next stage.

Youth Track Cohort

(13 -17 y/o) USSF certified

For referees who want to grow through competitive league and tournament games within a structured peer community.

Adult Track Cohort

(+ 25 y/o) USSF certified

For adults new or returning to the game after a hiatus, growing skills and confidence alongside like-minded peers.

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Elite Track Cohort

(+ 18 y/o) USSF certified

For referees who've shown exceptional ability and leadership. Advanced coaching, specialized positioning work, and a path toward college-level or professional officiating.

Junior Program

(11 -12 y/o)

Not 13 yet? Our Junior Program helps young referees build confidence and prepare for certification.

What You Get

SMALL COHORT

8–12 referees per cohort, organized by region and track, with a dedicated cohort lead who knows your name and stays with you all season.

MENTORSHIP THAT SHOWS UP

Trained TRA mentors attend select games throughout the season to watch you work, then debrief with you after: what you saw, what to try next time.

LEARN AND APPLY

Online sessions teach the concepts. In-person practice puts them into action. Real matches bring it together.

COMMUNITY THAT LASTS

When the cohort ends, you carry forward into TRA's wider referee community, higher-level games, ongoing development, and the people you trained with.

GAME DAY KIT

Included with enrollment: referee journal, referee coin, whistle, watch, gear bag, and official TRA kit (jersey, shorts, socks, cards, booklet, flags).

What It Takes

The Fast Track program works because we all show up for it. Here's what that means for you.

Maintain Certification

Keep your annual USSF license current ($60 plus online training).

Participate

Show up for cohort activities.

Officiate

Work at least 10 games in our network during the season.

Ready?

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Suite 16

White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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Mon-Thu: 9AM to 4PM

Friday: 9AM to 3PM

Sat-Sun: Closed

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