Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild
An 8+ open roller derby league. Home of the Deathbridge City Rollers and Windy City Wipeouts.
New skater intake
Next Intake April 21, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 2024
Lethbridge Curling Club
Drop in, try roller derby, then register for our junior (ages 8-17) and adult (18+) programs at new skater intake!
At registration you can…
Try on loaner gear and try rollerskating!
Meet coaches and other skaters!
Ask questions about the league or sport!
Register to start attending practices!
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No experience required
Whether you are a junior or adult skater, we’ll teach you everything you need to get started!
Skates and gear available
If you decide to join, you can rent gear. Limited sizes – we recommend purchasing your own gear ASAP. Please purchase a mouth guard.
Spring Roller Derby Try-It and Registration :
Sunday, April 21, 2024 • Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Lethbridge Curlling Club • 74 Mauritania Rd West
At spring roller derby registration, you’ll be able to try on roller derby gear, practice rollerskating, rent loaner gear, meet your coaches, meet other members, learn about the LRDG, register and pay fees. First official practice for new members is Wednesday, April 24! See below for registration and practice information.
Registration is open to junior skaters aged 8-17 and adults 18 plus! Skaters will need a provincial health care card to complete registration.
SPRING/SUMMER PRACTICE SCHEDULE
April 21 – July 7
Lethbridge Curling Club
JUNIORS
Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m.
Sundays* 1-3 p.m.
ADULTS
Wednesdays 7:30-9 p.m.
Sundays* 3-5 p.m.
*No practices on long weekends or special observations
SPRING/SUMMER ROLLER DERBY FEES
$20 Membership Fee
$180 Skating Free
$100 Gear Loan
$57.50 Roller Derby Canada Insurance
Fees are due at registration on April 21
To register in-person April 21:
- Attend spring roller derby registration (juniors must have a guardian present)
- Sign a waiver
- Get fitted for loaner gear (if applicable)
- Try rollerskating
- Like it? You will follow our registration process that includes:
- Registration paperwork (digital form only)
- Register and pay for Roller Derby Canada Insurance
- Pay applicable fees
After registration you’ll receive:
A league intro letter…
- Email confirming your first practice and what to bring
- Facility procedures
- Information about Team Snap, our league communication platform
- You will need to purchase a mouth guard prior to first practice
Insurance confirmation…
- Email from Roller Derby Canada Services after insurance payment is received (e-transfer only).
- You will need to show email insurance proof at first practice.
Invitation to Team Snap…
- Once your registration is processed, you will receive an invitation to join the league’s Team Snap profile.
- Team Snap is a league communication platform. You will find schedules, announcements and additional info on the platform.
- It is recommended you download the Team Snap app for your mobile device.
Payment information
- Gear loan fee ($100) must be paid on registration day.
- Skating and membership fee ($200) is due at new skater registration April 21
- E-transfer info (preferred method of payment)
- E-transfer to treasurer@lethbridgerollerderby.ca
- In the notes section, please list the skater’s Firstname Lastname.
- Cash or cheque payments available during new skater intake.
- Insurance payment ($57.75) is due direct to Roller Derby Canada Services and must by paid by first practice
- Bring insurance email confirmation to first practice.
First practice: Wednesday, April 24
Location: Lethbridge Curlling Club • 74 Mauritania Rd West
Juniors: 6 p.m. • Adults 7:30 p.m.
(More info will be sent in your intro letter)
FAQ
What can I expect at registration?
You will fill out digital paperwork to register, as well as insurance. You may also try on loaner gear which is available for rent and try roller skating. Please bring your provincial health care card.
Where does roller derby practice take place?
We skate in the Lethbridge Curling Club April to July. We skate at the University of Lethbridge gym from September to November and January to April.
When do you practice?
Previous practice schedules have been as follows. Future schedules subject to change due to venue availability.
APRIL-JULY 2024
Lethbridge Curling Club
Junior Practice:
Sundays 1-3 p.m.
Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m.
Adult New Skater Practice:
Sundays 3-5 p.m.
Wednesdays 7:30-9 p.m.
SEPT. – NOV. 2024 , JAN.-APRIL 2025 unconfirmed
University of Lethbridge
Junior Practice:
Sundays 3-5 p.m.
Adult Practice:
Sundays 7-9 p.m.
How much to join roller derby?
Fees vary depending on venue costs for each skate session. Here’s what fees have been previously.
Fees
$20 yearly membership fee
$100 skating fees Fall session, September – November (one practice/week)
$100 skating fees Winter session, January-April (one practice/week)
$200 skating fees Spring/Summer session, April-July (two practices/week)
$57.75 yearly insurance
Plus gear, uniforms and travel costs.
Do I have to skate all year?
We take time off between each skate session. We typically take a few weeks’ break in December/January, April, July/August/September.
Some skaters sign up for spring/summer session. Others only sign up for the fall/winter sessions.
If skaters want to progress and grow with their team, it’s recommended they join spring/summer, fall and winter skate sessions.
How much to rent roller derby gear?
Roller derby package includes:
Roller skates, helmet, knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards.
$100 deposit with $50 refund when gear is returned.
Please buy a mouth guard for first practice!
I want to buy my own gear. Where should I go?
We can recommend several Canadian roller derby retailers. All have online stores and can work with you via email to help determine the best size for the skater.
Nerd Roller Skates • Calgary, Alberta
Toe Stop Derby Shop • Edmonton, Alberta
Bad Girlfriend Skates • Morinville, Alberta
RollerGirl.ca • Vancouver, B.C.
When do I pay?
Membership fee, league dues and gear rental can be paid at registration or via e-transfer by April 21, 2024. Cash and cheque are also accepted.
Each member will pay for their own insurance directly to Roller Derby Canada Services Inc. Please pay by first practice. You will need to show email confirmation of insurance at first practice.
What should I wear to practice?
Wear athletic clothing that you can easily move in. Avoid baggy pants as knee pads do not fit over them.
About the Coaches
Coach Right Meow
Coach Meow (she/her) has been a roller derby coach for the Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild since 2012 and a 2019-2020 and 2022-2023 Junior Team Canada Coach. She is currently studying for her Bachelors of Arts and Education at the University of Lethbridge and is a Skate IA certified instructor.
Coach Cherri Blaster
Coach Cherri (she/her) has been a skater, coach and ref with the LRDG since 2010. She is a Skate IA certified instructor, teaches online rollerdance classes with Roller Skate Victoria and runs recreational skating events through Roller Skate Lethbridge
Coach TNT
Bio to come
Coach Super Fly
Bio to come
Coach Gongshow
Bio to come
About the Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild
The Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild represents an all-inclusive gender neutral league for both juniors and adults. Striving to be a positive role model both on the track and in the community. We use the passion we have to uphold the rules and values of flat track roller derby.
Visit our “about us” page for more!