Charlotte Roller Derby

Perfect for beginners looking to learn fundamental skating skills like balance, stopping, and safe falling.

SKATER SCHOOL REGISTRATION

Ideal for those ready to build on their basics and start learning core roller derby skills. Skaters will need to be assessed by one of our trainers before being cleared to participate in contact based drills.

DERBY SCHOOL REGISTRATION

Not ready to commit yet? Come to our info session on Tuesday, May 13th. Sign up to secure your spot.

INFO SESSION

<span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name , Thanks for signing up with Charlotte Roller Derby &mdash; we&rsquo;re so excited to have you on wheels with us!Whether you registered for our Info Session, Skater School, or Derby School, you&rsquo;re taking the first step toward something awesome. Here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s next: 🗓️ Info SessionTuesday, May 6th | 7:45 PM &ndash; 9:45 PMThis session is for all registered and waitlisted participants. We&#39;ll go over what to expect during the 7-week program, introduce you to our trainers and league members, and get you fitted for gear if you need it. 📍&nbsp;LocationKate&#39;s Skating Rink | 14500 E Independence Blvd, Indian Trail, NC 28079 What to Bring<ul data-end="1026" data-start="886" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="924" data-start="886" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A notebook or your phone for notes</li><li data-end="941" data-start="925" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Water bottle</li><li data-end="984" data-start="942" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Any gear you already have (see below!)</li><li data-end="1026" data-start="985" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Your excitement to learn something new!</li></ul>Gear Needed for the Program<ul data-end="1155" data-start="1063" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1080" data-start="1063" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Knee pads</li><li data-end="1099" data-start="1081" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Elbow pads</li><li data-end="1120" data-start="1100" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Wrist guards</li><li data-end="1135" data-start="1121" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Helmet</li><li data-end="1155" data-start="1136" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Quad skates</li><li data-end="1155" data-start="1136" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Mouthguard (derby school only)</li></ul>If you already have your gear, bring it with you! If not, no worries &mdash; we&rsquo;ll help you get properly fitted during the info session and connect you with rental options. If you&rsquo;ve already registered for Skater School or Derby School, you&#39;re all set. If you signed up just for the Info Session, this will give you everything you need to decide if the program&rsquo;s right for you. Got questions? Send an email to training@charlotterollerderby.org &mdash; we&rsquo;re happy to help! 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ARE YOU DERBY CURIOUS? Ever thought about learning to play roller derby—or just want to learn how to roller skate? Whether you're lacing up for the first time or returning to wheels after a break, this series is for you! We’re offering two course levels running at the same time: one for beginners and one for intermediate skaters. In SKATER SCHOOL, you’ll build a solid foundation in skating skills like balance, stride technique, stopping methods, and safe falling. DERBY SCHOOL builds on those basics and introduces essential roller derby techniques like blocking, positional play, and pack work. Skaters will need to be assessed by one of our trainers before being cleared to participate in contact based drills. GEAR REQUIREMENTS:- multi Impact helmet- elbow pads- wrist guards- knee pads- quad skates - mouth guard (derby school only)- see <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ji4f-LTfEdrPda4VtqcGqLMoG8Vf4Whfq3KmXtEuuw0/edit?usp=sharing" target="_blank">link here</a> for more specifics about gear recommendations Both courses meet once a week on Tuesdays from 7:45 PM – 9:45 PM.This 7-week program kicks off with an INFO SESSION for registered and waitlisted participants on Tuesday, May 6th. We’ll go over the curriculum, talk about expectations, introduce you to our league and trainers, and get you fitted for gear!

Charlotte Roller Derby

2025 SPRING DERBY SCHOOL

14500 E Independence Blvd

SKATER SCHOOL REGISTRATION

$115

DERBY SCHOOL REGISTRATION

$115

INFO SESSION

Free