SKATING 101

Has it been a minute since you strapped rolly shoes to your feet? Or are you brand new to skating? Our Roller Derby 101 program sounds like it’s just what you’re looking for!

Skating 101 is a 6-week series of two hour sessions that cover basic skating skills. These meet on Sunday mornings and are led by Ohio Roller Derby skaters. We cover all of the introductory non-contact skills that the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) recommends for folks looking to join a team or become a skating official.

101 is a fun environment, a great workout, and an awesome opportunity to learn more about roller derby. These 6-week sessions are $60, and we can provide loaner gear if you don’t have your own! For more information about signing up, email rec@ohiorollerderby.com.

Note: All participants who skate in the Ohio Roller Derby practice facility are required to purchase WFTDA insurance coverage. This currently costs $75, and coverage is valid for one year from date of purchase.

Recreational Program

If you’ve attended Skating 101, and you’re ready to take the next step, you should check out our Recreational Program, OHRP!

Rec Program has multiple tiers of game play to keep it accessible to everyone. From low contact to full contact, we help skaters progress at a comfortable pace, with the goal of improving skills, introducing the rules of derby, and preparing for scrimmaging.

OHRP sessions are 6 weeks long and cost $60. These meet every Sunday night for 2 hours. We encourage skaters to purchase their own gear (with guidance from our veteran skaters), but we have loaner gear available on a first-come, first-served basis for those who need it.

Email rec@ohiorollerderby.com for more information about our next enrollment!

Note: All participants who skate in the Ohio Roller Derby practice facility are required to purchase WFTDA insurance coverage. This currently costs $75, and coverage is valid for one year from date of purchase.

OHIO ROLLER DERBY

Ohio Roller Derby is the premier women+ flat track roller derby league of Central Ohio. If you’ve skated in our Rec Program for a while, and you’re ready for the next level of competition – this is it!

We have two competitive teams: the All Stars, who compete in internationally ranked game play as part of the WFTDA, and Gang Green, our developmental team of up-and-coming talent.

Our skaters are at all levels of development and work hard year-round to represent our league to the world! OHRD dues are $45 per month and skaters must attend 5-7 practices each month to maintain membership.

Open tryouts are held once per year, in the late summer or early fall. Keep an eye on our social media channels for announcements about dates! Most skaters start out in our Rec Program before trying out for the league. If you are a transfer from an existing league, you can fill out a transfer application here.

Non-Skating Officials

Also known as NSOs, our non-skating officials make our games flow smoothly. From keeping score and tracking statistics to timing jams & penalties, NSOs help keep everything on track. No prior derby experience required – we can teach you everything needed to be a part of the crew! To learn more, email officiating@ohiorollerderby.com.

Skating Officials

Also known as referees, our skating officials work hard to ensure that game play is safe, fair, and fun. They skate alongside players, keeping an eye out for penalties. Whether you have a skating background or are new to wheels, we offer a friendly learning environment and can show you the ropes! Email officiating@ohiorollerderby.com to get started.

Volunteers

Roller derby is a DIY sport. If playing or officiating is not your calling, we have many other ways to join Ohio Roller Derby! Our volunteers bring passion to a wide array of jobs that keep us rolling, such as coaching, announcing, marketing, photography, videography, game day support, and general league management. Interested? Fill out our contact form and we’ll be in touch!