NEXT RECRUIT SESSION: AUTUMN 2012
Until then, get your skating legs at Derby Lite! What? Yeah, Derby Lite, and it's led by two of our retired skaters (both used to be trainers for MRD) - Olive Spankins and Vexacious D. It's a brand new organization in Portland that is a modified contact recreational roller derby league offering roller skating, roller derby inspired workouts for fun and fitness to women age 18 and older. Classes begin at Happy Wheels Skate Center on Sunday, January 15. For more information, go the Derby Lite Facebook page or contact Olive at olivespankins@gmail.com.
Who We Are
We’re a diverse group of women of various ages and backgrounds. We are athletes and businesswomen who work constantly to promote and advance our sport and our league. We’re tough as hell on the track, but we’re also some of the nicest girls around. Talk to us, ask us questions about anything. If there’s one thing we love to do, it’s talk about derby.
Who Can Join
All of our skaters must be 18+ and female.
Be ready to fall in love. As some wise rollergirls have said, derby isn’t a sport, it’s a religion. As an MRD skater you will train hard and get in the best shape of your life. Suddenly you’ll be talking all about trucks and bearings and jams and blocking. You will participate in fundraisers and make appearances at public events. You’ll meet skaters from other leagues in New England and across the country…and you’ll be doing it all with the most badass women in Maine.
How Much Time Does It Take?
Being a member of Maine Roller Derby requires a significant time commitment. Practices, meetings, bouts, promotional events and committee work are expected from every member. But all are fun and worth every minute! We have three scheduled practices per week and there are attendance requirements for participation.
How Much Does It Cost?
The biggest expense to joining derby is the equipment, but we're happy to loan you our old gear while you learn. All skaters are required to pay $25 monthly for dues which pays for our rink time. Supplemental health insurance is required for $50 per year, and we very highly suggest you carry primary health insurance. We train to be strong athletes who can avoid injury, but as with any sport some injuries do occur.
What Equipment Do I Need?
In order to skate with us, you need at minimum: quad speed skates (no inlines!), indoor wheels; and protective padding. Padding requirements are knee and elbow pads, wrist guards, mouth guard and a helmet. All equipment is required for all practices. Check out our New Skater Buying Guide for detailed information about gear and places to purchase equipment or go to Turn Two Skate Shop, a local derby shop owned and operated by our own Kissy Kicks!
Where Are Your Practices?
Our practice schedule is available via our Google Calendar. If you are interested in viewing a practice, please contact newrecruits@mainerollerderby.com.
How can I volunteer?
We always need volunteers, especially referees. Refs can be 18+, male or female. If you're interested in reffing for, please read the ref requirements and contact boutproduction@mainerollerderby.com for more information.
Other ways to volunteer is as a statistician, announcer, mascot, EMT, flyer promoter or creative designer. Statisticians can be any age and will be taught how to keep stats. You don't need any previous experience! In fact, we'll school you on announcing or mascotting or anything else you want to learn in order to join our league!
Artists are always welcome and encouraged to submit designs for MRD merchandise. Please email artwork to creative@mainerollerderby.com.
