Competitions and ratified swims cannot happen without officials: they are responsible for the rules, the measurements and safety. The list below is compiled from our swimmer database, with international qualifications based on the IISA's official list. Each card links to the person's swimmer page.
- IISA L1 – Observer (16)
- IISA L2 – Event Organiser / Director (4)
- IISA L3 – Medical (2)
- Coach (2)
- Lifeguard (1)
IISA L1 – Observer
16 people
Observers trained and qualified by the IISA. They ratify Ice Miles and other IISA swims, checking the water temperature, distance, time and adherence to the rules.
IISA L2 – Event Organiser / Director
4 people
Event organisers and directors qualified by the IISA to host and run competitions under IISA rules.
IISA L3 – Medical
2 people
Members of the IISA medical staff, providing medical cover at competitions and ratified swims.
Góbor Anikó
dr. Papp Letícia
Coach
2 people
Coaches who help ice and winter swimmers prepare.
Bérczes Ádám
Oláh András
Lifeguard
1 person
Official lifeguards providing water rescue cover at competitions and events.
Polgár Róbert
How to become an official
IISA qualifications (observer, event organiser, medical staff) are obtained through the IISA's own courses and exams; details are on the IISA website. [DOMESTIC COURSES, LIFEGUARD REQUIREMENTS AND HOW TO APPLY]
If you want an ice swim ratified, read about observers on the Ice Mile page.