So you want to play roller derby?

Our Roller Derby Freshie Session might be the place for you!

FRESHIE SESSIONS is a 12-week program where you can learn how to skate and play roller derby or become a referee. At the end of the program we’ll see who’s ready to join a team! From newbies who have never put on a pair of skates, to athletes who have been skating their whole life but just heard about this crazy thing called “roller derby”, our Freshie Sessions are the perfect place to start! No skating experience required.

Freshie Sessions occur twice a year, and practices are Sundays 5:00pm-7:00pm at The Cage - 11455 Magnolia Blvd, NoHo, CA

Questions? DM us or email recruits@sfvrollerderby.com  

Photo by Robert “OldHCDude” Cortez

Sounds great, let’s get started!

WHAT DO I NEED TO SIGN UP FOR A FRESHIE SESSION?

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Vaccinated against Covid-19

  • RSVP to recruits@sfvrollerderby.com

  • Lots of water, comfortable clothing, and a mouthguard

  • OPTIONAL -- Skates and/or protective gear. Loaner skates and pads are provided on a first come-first serve basis.

What will I learn in FRESHIE SESSION?

  • Basic skating

  • Falls and safety

  • Jumps

  • T-stops and plow stops

  • Transitions

  • Blocking

Questions? DM us or email recruits@sfvrollerderby.com  

What happens when I finish my 12-week Freshie Session?

You show off your new skills! At the end of Freshie Session, all our Freshies skate in a themed “Expo Bout” with the rest of our newer skaters (and their new friends!). This Expo Bout is a great way to show your family and friends how much you’ve grown since you started skating with SFV.

After they complete the 12-week Freshie Session, Freshies will also take a basic assessment before they “graduate” to practice and scrimmage with the rest of the league, and play on one of our Travel Teams. 

If you don’t pass skills test, you’re still part of the family! It usually takes skaters more than one Freshie Session to be ready to skate with our Travel Teams safely, but that’s part of the process!

Killo Kitty's Four Basic Rules for Beginners

  1. Skate with the knees bent and low. Remember: the taller you are, the less control you have! When in doubt, get lower!

  2. If you fall, get up quick! There is usually someone right behind you and we don’t want to trip anyone. And you can't play roller derby effectively from the ground. 

  3. Never EVER reach out and grab someone! If you feel like you're falling, grab your kneepads. If you do fall, fall small!

  4. Don’t be embarrassed when you fall. Derby is all about knocking each other over. If we have an ego about it, we won’t be able to absorb this wonderful game and all it has to offer. Every fall means you're getting better!

Photo by Tristan King Photography

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