Umpires wanting to sit their NZ Theory exam are strongly encouraged to register into the NZ Theory Sessions. 

These sessions will cover all of the material that will be in the exam.  

If you do not want to do the Theory Tutoring Sessions, Netball NZ has a self guided theory resource that you are able to work through.  Please contact admin@netballhamilton.org.nz if you would like this resource.

Please note: Umpires from ANY CENTRE ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND these sessions.

Cost: $155

Registration Includes:

• 6 tutoring sessions of 2 hours 
• Theory Resource and previous exams
• Netball New Zealand NZ theory exam registration fee
• The online exam is a maximum of 90 minutes and is a mix of multi-choice/drag-and-drop and questions where candidates are required to type a written answer.
• Your theory tutor will help you register for the exam.
• Coaching by HCNC Umpire coaches for up to 2 seasons
• Free participation in HCNC Fitness Testing.

Prerequisites:

• Zone Award

2025 NZ Theory Tutoring Session  Dates: 

• 6.30pm-8.30pm
• Session 1: 29 April 2025
• Session 2: 06 May 2025
• Session 3: 13 May 2025
• Session 4: 20 May 2025
• Session 5: 27 May 2025
• Session 6: 03 June 2025
• EXAM: 09 June 2025

To register click on the Register button on this page 

Once you have achieved your NZ Theory you can work towards completing a NZ C Award. 

All umpires wanting to work towards their NZ C Award will need to register in the NZ Award Pathway Programme.

Cost: $70

NZ Award Registration includes:

• Coaching from HCNC Umpire Coaches for up to 2 seasons
• NZ Award Screening
• NZ Award Assessment with report
• NZ Badge on completion
• Free participation in Fitness Tests
• Further development opportunities

Prerequisites:

• NZ Theory

To Complete a NZ C Award and above:

• An NZ Umpire Coach will explain to you and guide you through the process of gaining your NZ C and above awards, which can be different to previous awards.
• Attaining required fitness levels - for further information Click Here
• Screening on a NZUDG approved game
• Practical assessment on a NZUDG approved game
• Nb. Netball NZ administers the completion of the NZ C Award.