frequently asked questions
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Atlanta Junior Roller Derby is open to female and non-binary identifying people of all skill levels, aged 10-17 years, that are interested in learning the sport of roller derby and working on skating and roller derby skills. We encourage skaters to skate as much as possible before the season starts so they can get right into the game.
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From January to June, then August to November. Every Saturday morning from 9am to 11:30am.
All practices are held at our practice space – 281 Veterans Memorial Highway SE, Mableton, GA 30126 (the SE is important … maps may take you to the wrong place without it)
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Dues are $80 per month for each skater for league (Saturday) practices. Registration is $40 per season. There is a $10/month discount for siblings.
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Atlanta Junior Roller Derby skaters are trained by a team of trainers, coaches, skaters, and roller derby experts from our parent adult league Atlanta Roller Derby, as well as coaches we bring in from various leagues. Each trainer is a proven expert in flat track roller derby and has undergone a thorough background check. And most of all, they love working with kids.
Our team of trainers, just like our skaters, draws people from diverse backgrounds. We know that our diversity is one of our strengths and it helps our trainers relate to a wide range of kids. Our mission is to introduce young skaters to the competitive sport of roller derby and to nurture self-confidence by developing teamwork and athletic ability while encouraging individuality within a culture of discipline and camaraderie.
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JANUARY 6th, 2024
Our competitive season runs from January to June, but our league practices during the entire school year (August - May) with open registration starting November 1st. Please feel free to reach out with any questions and check our home page for details.
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To participate in Atlanta Junior Roller Derby, each skater is required to have the following safety gear:
* Helmet (properly rated for derby)
* Elbow pads
* Knee pads
* Wrist pads
* Mouthguard
* Quad roller skates (speed skates)
More detailed info can be found in our Equipment Checklist.
We also have a lending library of gear to borrow before you buy.
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Come try our gear to make sure you like the sport and to also get the right sizing for equipment. But, if you just can’t wait ROLL ATL has all your needs covered!
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Yes, we have a comprehensive lending library of gear to borrow before you buy.
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Atlanta Junior Roller Derby practices and plays Flat Track Roller Derby. Flat Track Roller Derby is a QUAD roller skate-only sport. Roller blades are not allowed.
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The best clothes to wear during practice are somewhat form-fitting (no jogging or yoga pants). If shorts are worn, leggings are highly encouraged to keep skaters from getting the dreaded “rink rash” which happens when skaters slide on the concrete practice surface. This also helps keep skin from picking up dirt and other floor gunk.
Most skaters wear shorts, leggings or tights, socks, and t-shirts or some combination thereof. Jeans are strongly discouraged.
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Roller skating is one thing, but skating to play roller derby is very different. We are serious about safety and want to ensure that all our skaters are properly prepared for each step of their roller derby journey. Skaters new to Atlanta Junior Roller Derby are required to begin in Level 1 and pass a skills assessment prior to joining Level 2.
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Practice practice practice! Our Travel Team skaters have been skating for several years and have worked very hard to get to where they are today. Many couldn’t skate when they first started out in roller derby. But, with patience and hard work, they were able to master the skills needed for roller derby.
Travel Team skaters are selected during a tryout process. Due to the nature of this team, not all players are given equal playing time. The top 15 skaters are selected for game day rosters. AJRD Travel Team skaters are also expected to participate in additional practices.