This is certainly the case within Hertfordshire and the County FA are currently looking at organising Futsal Referee Courses for the latter parts of this year.
The team of Joe Goude (FDO) and Roy Williams (Cuonty Training Officer) will be working together to offer both conversion courses for exsisting referees and also unique courses that allow anyone to qualify soley as a Futsal or Small Sided referee.
The game itself has many differences to the 'traditional' 5-a-side game and these differences can be dowloaded (right)
There are plenty of opportunities for new referees to gain experience around the County with 3 leagues currently running and the potential of more coming on board soon. In addition there are regional qualifiers and the newly formed National League that will offer great opportunities and experiences for anyone looking to referee this format at the game.
If you wish to know more then please contact Joe Goude by clicking here.