Training

Roller derby is a full contact sport, which is hard, fast and furious. CRDL League skaters train for three hours, twice a week, throughout the year.  New skaters don’t just put on their gear and start hitting people on the track. All skaters (including refs) must have the right skills and fitness to be safe to play the game.

How do I join?

New skaters and referees are expected to complete a Fresh Meat Course. Fresh Meat is the place to tighten up your skating skills and introduce you to the world of Roller Derby. Courses usually run for 10 weeks.

For a Fresh Meat graduate to become a bouting derby skater they are expected to commit to training regularly with more experienced league skaters, well before they are ready to hit the derby track. For the players’ safety all new skaters and refs will be expected to pass a series of skills tests before bouting.

If you are an experienced derby skater or referee interested in joining CRDL you may be eligible to join without completing a Fresh Meat course. For inquires please contact: crdltraining “at” gmail.com

Current Fresh Meat

Due to OUTRAGEOUSLY popular demand the 2010 intake is now closed. CRDL is brimming with new recruits. This group includes first time skaters and ex-speed and park skaters of various skill levels. As CRDL is currently at absolute training capacity, there will not be another Fresh Meat intake in 2010. Details of future intakes will be posted here.

Want some Roller Derby action NOW???

Never fear, here are some very derby things to do in the mean time….

• Support you local derby league! Check out some CRDL bouts during the year, this is the best way to learn about derby FAST! But get in quick! Tickets sell out quickly- join our email list for updates:

• See some other Roller Derby leagues bout. There are leagues throughout Australia and the world (link to: links page)

• Get your hands on some quad skates, a good skate helmet and some all-the-rage protective padding. (link to: links page)

• Build up your skating skills- head to a local basket ball court or car park and skate your heart out.