Skate
Looking for a new challenge? Mid-State Roller Derby would love to help you!
Ready to Join
We’re stoked you’re ready to attend your first practice with MSRD! Practices are 2 hours long (bring water), 2-3 times a week between January-August. Contact us to get rolling.
First Practice – What to Expect
An MSRD trainer will work with you on basic skills: skating, stopping, and falling safely – don’t worry, no physical contact until you’re ready after a few more practices.
We’ll also discuss everything you need to know to join our league, becoming our newest teammate!
Come Prepared to Practice
- Dress in comfortable workout clothing
- Bring water
- Arrive a little early to fill out a practice safety waiver
Gear Requirements
- Roller skates
- Certified helmet
- Elbow pads
- Knee pads
- Wrist guards
- Mouth guard
Loaner gear is available upon request until you can order personalized safety equipment.
MSRD welcomes cisgender, transgender, and intersex women and gender non-conforming individuals over the age of 18 as skaters.
Learn to Skate
New Skater Classes
MSRD hosts multiple Learn to Skate classes annually focused on new skaters and the roller skating skills required to get started. Classes are held two times a week over six weeks. Sign-up to learn the fundamentals of roller skating, including stride, form, agility, and much more! All skill levels are welcome. The class is open to anyone ages 18+, and loaner gear is available.
Get Updates on Upcoming Classes
Join our Facebook Group
Officiate
The power of the almighty whistle could be yours…
If you love roller derby but don’t want to be a blocker’s target, join our team of awesome officials! Skating Officials ensure everyone’s safety, and Non-Skating Officials make sure that everything runs smoothly during bouts. We could not skate without these magnificent beings.
Skating Officials
Referees are skating officials who wear roller skates during practice and during bouts. As members of MSRD, they are welcome to skate alongside MSRD players during practices. Each referee ensures safety and fairness during scrimmages and games.
Non-Skating Officials (NSOs)
NSOs manage any officiating position during a scrimmage or bout that is not on skates. Some of these rockstar positions include:
- Scorekeepers
- Lineup Trackers
- Penalty Box Timers
- Penalty Trackers
- Jam Timers
Officials must be 18 years or older. All genders are welcome.
Volunteer
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, MSRD relies on awesome volunteers to help make our bouts a reality. MSRD would not be able to skate without everyone’s support.
Did we mention volunteering on game day gets you into the bout for free? OH YEAH!
Some game day volunteer opportunities include:
- Set-up/take-down
- Ticket sales
- Bartender