Dear AETF Members and Umpires,
Firstly, we are very happy to inform you, by the deadline of Monday Nov 3rd, we received 224 registrations for the AETF Umpire Registry, this is an incredible endorsement of the new initiative to raise the level of umpiring across Europe and we want to thank you all sincerely for your support.
We are pleased to invite you to the AETF European Qualifying Umpire Course (EQUC), which will take place in Maribor, Slovenia, from 6th–8th February 2026.
This course, certified by the All Europe Taekwon-Do Federation (AETF), forms an essential part of the qualification process for umpires wishing to apply to officiate at the 2026 AETF European Championships and future official events.
As well as this, it will be the first in person course conducted by the AETF Umpire committee, comprised of Sbn. Rory de Vries (Chairperson), Sbn. Camilla Rolstad & Sbn Jacqui Wallace and will be a fantastic opportunity for all AETF members to elevate their umpire skills and knowledge of all aspects related to tournaments.
Please find the key documents for your attention:
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Course Brochure (Information & Schedule)
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Accommodation / Course Registration Form (attached)
The deadline for registration and payment is 1st December 2025. All payment details can be found on the registration form.
We strongly encourage all umpires and aspiring officials to participate in this important course, ensuring continued excellence and professionalism across all AETF events.
We look forward to welcoming you to Maribor for this exciting event.
Kind regards,
Master Stephen Ryan
AETF General Secretary
