Texas Junior Roller Derby
Premiere Texas Junior Roller Derby League in Austin, TX
WHAT IS ROLLER DERBY?
Roller Derby is a highly-athletic, fast-paced, full contact, inclusive sport played on quad skates. Derby teaches teamwork, perseverance and responsibility, while building lifelong friendships. Each game consists of two, 30-minute periods composed of two minute “jams.” Each team starts with four skaters playing defense (“blockers”) and one player playing offense (“jammer”). The jammer must pass each opposing blocker while staying within the bounds of the track in order to make a legal lap. The first jammer to pass the opposing group of blockers (the “pack”) on their initial lap is designated as “lead jammer.” The blockers attempt to stop the opposing jammer from passing them while assisting their own jammer in getting past the pack. The lead jammer has the power to stop the jam before two minutes are up. After an initial lap, jammers get one point for each opposing blocker they pass.
Skaters block opponents with their hips and shoulders. They may not hit other skaters in or with their hands, head, or feet. Doing so leads to a penalty. Penalties are common and happen without stopping the game. Players report to the penalty box for 30 second penalties and then return to gameplay. Skating officials and non-skating officials monitor the game from inside and outside of the track to ensure safety and fairness.
Interested?
The first step is to submit an Inquiry Form and email us about scheduling a visit. Interested skaters of all skill levels are welcome to watch our practice, learn about roller derby and get more information about the team. An adult should accompany each visiting skater. Based on interest and ability level we will then discuss next steps for future participation. If you have questions email us at TXJRDBOD@gmail.com.
New Skater Information
New Skater Info
8-17 year olds interested in trying Roller Derby are invited to come watch our practice, learn about roller derby and get more information about the team. The first step is to submit an Inquiry Form and email us about attending one of our practices for interested skaters. These practices take place several times each year. An adult should accompany each visiting skater. Based on interest and ability level we will then discuss next steps. If you have questions please email us at TXJRDBOD@gmail.com.
Before you can get on the track to practice with Texas Junior Roller Derby, you must have the following:
- QUAD SKATES (absolutely NO inlines)
- Helmet certified for skating
- Mouth guard
- Elbow pads
- Knee pads
- Wrist guards
- Water bottle
