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Training, Nutrition and Injury Prevention

Training
Referee Pre-Season Programme 201718
Assistant Referees Pre-Season Programme 201718
Yo-Yo Based Exercises
Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test (level 1)
Yo-Yo Intermittent Endurance Test (level 2) – ARIET test for AR’s
2016 FIFA Fitness Tests
Male – Category 1 Referees – 15 secs and 18secs
Male – Category 2 Referees – 15 secs and 20 secs
Male – Lower Categories Referees – 15 secs and 22 secs
Female – Category 1 Referees – 17 secs and 20 secs
Male – Category 1 AR – 15 secs and 20 secs
Male – Category 2 AR – 15 secs and 22 seconds
Male – Lower Categories AR – 15 secs and 24 secs
Female – Category 1 AR – 17 secs and 22 secs

Nutrition
FIFA F-Marc Nutrition Guidelines
Functional Nutrition and Fluid Intake

Injury Prevention
Scottish FA Referees – Warm Ups
In Season Weekly Physical Preparation Structure

Upcoming Events

April Meeting & Annual General Meeting – 3rd April – 7pm

Training and Tips

Click Here for Training & Nutrition Plans and Tips on Preventing Injury

Request Buzzer Flags or Comms Kit

If you’re looking to request the Association’s buzzer flags then please fill out the form here.

If you’re looking to request the Association’s Communication Kit then please fill out the form here.

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scottishfa Scottish FA @scottishfa ·
27 Mar

We have today published our manifesto ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election, outlining how football can help deliver stronger, healthier, and more connected communities across the country ⚽️

➡️ Find out more:

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scotlandnt Scotland National Team @scotlandnt ·
25 Mar

The squad were visited by @ScotGovFM this evening, as part of the announcement of a £2 million football fund for the ‘Summer of Sport’.

The fund will support clubs across the country to deliver new opportunities for children and young people.

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scottishfa Scottish FA @scottishfa ·
21 Mar

This week saw our Coach Education Pro Licence cohort take part in the UEFA Student Exchange, providing a vital source of learning.

The event in Nyon saw former players, current head coaches and aspiring managers come together to share industry knowledge and insights 🤝

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scotlandnt Scotland National Team @scotlandnt ·
20 Mar

The trefoil returns to the @FIFAWorldCup.

Introducing your @adidasfootball Scotland Men’s away shirt - available in-store and online this morning.

@adidasUK | #adidasfootball

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adidasfootball adidas Football @adidasfootball ·
20 Mar

90 minutes or 24/7. wear yours everywhere.
you're welcome. 🤝

introducing 26 world-class kits for '26: http://adidas.com//federations-football

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