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NEW SKATER
TRAINING
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WE’RE BACK!
BECOME A
ROLLER DERBY
ATHLETE
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to join one of the fastest-growing sports on Earth? Thinking about taking the plunge into roller derby? Here’s your chance! Get a sweaty intro to all things roller derby – we’re talking learning to skate, stop, hit, and fall safely – with the Calgary Roller Derby Rookie Training Program.
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SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11 | 12:30-2:30 PM
ROOKIE SERIES: MEET & GREET
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Curious about being part of one of the fastest-growing sports on Earth? Thinking about taking the plunge into roller derby, but want to see it and ask questions in person? This is the time and the place for just that.
Calgary Roller Derby is hosting a casual meet and greet on Sunday, September 10. Come watch, learn what you need to know to join us, try on some skates, and ask any burning questions about our upcoming rookie training program.
Whether you want to skate, volunteer, or learn more about being an official, this night is the night for you!
Where: West Hillhurst Community Association (1940 6 Ave NW), Gymnasium (South Entrance)
When: Sunday, Sept 10 @ 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
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AUGUST 24 & 25
LEARN TO DERBY
BOOTCAMP
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]Want to learn to play roller derby? You’re in the right place.
This two-day bootcamp run by Calgary’s WFTDA league will set you up for success in the 2019-20 rookie training season. This bootcamp is designed for skaters who are brand new to roller derby, and those who have a little bit of experience but are looking for a beginner bootcamp to get them ready for the rookie season.
What to bring: Come with your full roller derby gear (all safety gear and skates), dressed in workout clothes, running shoes and bring a water bottle.
What we’ll cover: Our bootcamp is based on WFTDA’s minimum skills requirements. We’ll cover basic skating skills, including proper stride and posture and several types of stops. You’ll learn how to fall safely, maneuver around other skaters and how to take and receive a hit safely. We’ll also work on balance, agility and rules. You can check out WFTDA’s minimum skills here: https://wftda.com/the-game/training/
When: This is a two-day bootcamp, so please plan to attend both sessions. Saturday, Aug. 24 5-8 p.m. and Sunday Aug. 25 1-3 p.m. in the gym at the West Hillhurst Community Association (1940 6 Ave NW). Light snacks and refreshments will be provided both days.
Cost: Just $50 to set your derby dreams in action! E-mail transfer instructions can be found in the registration form.
Ready to sign up? Here’s the link!
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STARTING SEPTEMBER 18
TRAINING
PROGRAM
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Calgary Roller Derby is hosting a full training program for new skaters starting on Sunday, September 10, 2023. This training program prepares new skaters for a successful transition into the Calgary Roller Derby league.
This program ensures you can safely skate as a league member and is an essential element to be eligible to be drafted to play on one of our house teams.
Curious about the course content? Check out WFTDA’s “This is Roller Derby” beginner curriculum, which our training is based on: https://static.wftda.com/beginner-curriculum/This-is-Roller-Derby.pdf
Classes are held on Sundays from September 2023 through to January 2024 from 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM at the West Hillhurst Community Association (1940 6 Ave NW), except for dates that land on long weekends and during our December holiday break.
Can’t make the first class? That’s OK! There will be time to catch up.
The cost for pursuing your derby dreams is $150 for 15 classes. You can find e-mail transfer instructions in the registration form. You will need your own gear for the program and valid skater insurance (we recommend WFTDI Canada insurance).
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READY
TO
ROLL?
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WHO
IS THIS FOR?
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WHAT
DO I BRING?
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_column_text]All the gear. Quad roller skates, helmet, mouth guard, elbow pads, wrist guards, knee pads. Wear clothes you’re comfy working out in and bring running shoes, too. We’ve got some trial gear available, but it’s in limited supply, so please reach out ahead to check. Visit Nerd Skates and they’ll get you set when you’re ready for your own gear. They no longer sell rookie-specific packages, but they are thinking of getting a promo sale going for the fall, so check out their website or go in and see what they got! They are super lovely and very friendly. If you don’t want to buy brand new, there is a used buy and sell Facebook Group Page called: Roller Derby Gear Buy and Sell (Alberta-ish).[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]
COVID
POLICY
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JOIN US!
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We’ll have a sign-up form for interested skaters in the coming weeks. In the meantime, please get in touch with us at info@calgaryrollerderby.com with the subject line “Rookie Info.”
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