Countdown to vital European Aquatics Swimming Officials Clinic in Sofia – 15 days to go…

All certified swimming officials wishing to participate in European Aquatics events during 2026 are reminded that they must attend the Swimming Officials Clinic in Sofia – from February 28 to March 1 – either in person or online.

Officials who do not participate may not be eligible for one of this year’s European Aquatics swimming championships.

The two-day session in the Bulgarian capital will provided an essential education opportunity for officials across the continent.

The clinic will offer a unique opportunity to learn about the new World Aquatics Competition Regulations and how these will be applied, as well as to hear about officiating experiences in ice swimming, Special Olympics and masters swimming.

Participants will also be able to put questions directly to a panel of leading experts, supporting open discussion and practical problem-solving.

The programme will be hosted at the Hotel Mercure Sofia City, with both on-site and online participation options available.

Registration is managed through the European Aquatics Academy platform. Fees are €95 for in-person attendance at the official hotel, €145 for online participation, and €145 for in-person attendance without accommodation.

The clinic content will cover a wide range of topics, including the philosophy of officiating, the role of Referee, Starter and Control Room Supervisor, professional behaviour on the pool deck, and European Aquatics officiating protocols for 2026 events.

Sessions dedicated to ice swimming, masters, para and Special Olympics competitions will broaden understanding of the sport’s diverse formats.

Click here for more details and to register for the event.

Mike Rowbottom for European Aquatics

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