Refereeing

Within our Federation, referee training plays an important role in our development. This is not only an opportunity for technical improvement, but also a means of contributing to the excellence of our sport. We regularly organise training courses at both national and international level, giving our referees the opportunity to constantly improve their skills.

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Our referees play a crucial role in the development of our competitors. They take an active part in national team training, reinforcing their refereeing skills while raising the level of our athletes.

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It is important to stress that our referees are highly qualified, holding national and/or international diplomas, which entitle them to officiate at European and world championships, guaranteeing competitions of the highest quality.

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Sensei Achour Bakkioui, 7th dan, is responsible for French-speaking refereeing.

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Sensei Stefan De Puysseleir, 5th dan, is responsible for Dutch-speaking refereeing.

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Our chief instructor, Stephane Castrique (6th dan), holds a prominent position on the European Technical Commission, where he actively contributes to the training of international referees.