The ISMF Referee Forum 2025 will take place from 13 to 16 November 2025 in Breuil-Cervinia, Italy, bringing together international officials in preparation for the 2025/26 season and the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
The Forum will unite referees, technical delegates, jury presidents, and officials for an intense program of technical updates, practical on snow training, and collaboration to ensure readiness and consistency across all ISMF events.
The programme will include:
– Olympic preparation sessions (13–14 November) dedicated to International and National Technical Officials appointed for Milano Cortina 2026;
– Technical and operational workshops (14–16 November) covering updates to the 2025/26 Rules & Guidelines, penalty procedures, and VAR operations;
– A simulation day on 15 November featuring a Sprint format, providing applied officiating practice; and
– Pre-forum online sessions at the end of October an in early November to introduce rule updates and key changes ahead of the in-person training.
“The Referee Forum is a cornerstone of our preparation, especially as we enter an Olympic season,” said Oriol Montero, ISMF Referee Manager.“It’s where our officials align on the latest standards, share experiences, and reinforce the professionalism for every ISMF competition.”