Lethbridge Roller Derby Guild
An 8+ open roller derby league. Home of the Deathbridge City Rollers and Windy City Wipeouts.
New skater intake
Fall Intake
Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026
2:45-4 p.m.
Legacy Park Outdoor Court
East parking lot (via Uplands Blvd. N.) at Legacy Park
Click here for a Google Map link to location.
Drop in, pick out your roller derby gear, try rollerskating, then register for our junior (ages 8-17) and adult (18+) open gender programs at new skater intake!
At registration you can…
Try rollerskating with our loaner gear !
Meet coaches and other skaters!
Ask questions about the league or sport!
Register to start attending practices!
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Try skating free
Borrow our gear, try rollerskating and meet other skaters. If you like, it, register to start attending practice.
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.
No experience required
Whether you are a junior or adult skater, we’ll teach you everything you need to get started!
Want to register in advance?
Sometimes you know you’re going to be a sure thing and don’t need to wait for the try-it session! You can get started on your paperwork before attending registration! Skaters will need a provincial health care card to complete registration.
- Legal names, addresses, emergency contacts, health information, etc.
- Proof of insurance must be shown at first practice on Sept. 27.
Skating and gear rental fees are due at registration Sept. 20
Fall Practice and Fee Information
JUNIOR (ages 8-17)
FALL PRACTICE SCHEDULE
• Sept. 27-Dec. 6
University of Lethbridge
• Co-Op Centre for Health and Wellness (click for Google pin)
• 4401 University Dr W
JUNIOR LEARN TO SKATE AND PLAY
• Sundays: 3-4 p.m.
*No practices on long weekends
FALL FEES & DUES
$20 Yearly Membership Fee
$100 Skating Dues
$100 Gear Loan
$57.50 Roller Derby Canada Insurance
Payments are due Sept. 20, 2026
ADULT (18+)
FALL PRACTICE SCHEDULE
• Sept. 27-Dec. 6
University of Lethbridge
• Co-Op Centre for Health and Wellness (click for Google pin)
• 4401 University Dr W
ADULT LEARN TO SKATE AND PLAY
• Sundays: 7:30-8:30 p.m.
*No practices on long weekends
FALL FEES & DUES
$20 Yearly Membership Fee
$100 Skating Dues
$100 Gear Loan
$57.50 Roller Derby Canada Insurance
Payments are due Sept. 20, 2026
After registration you’ll receive:
A league intro letter via Heja…
Heja is our league communication app and you will be shown how to join at registration.
- Confirmation of first practice and what to bring
- Facility procedures
- 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.
Payment information:
- Gear loan fee ($100) must be paid on registration day.
- Skating ($100) and membership ($20) fee must be paid on registration day.
- 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 ($57.50) is due direct to Roller Derby Canada Services and must by paid by first practice
- Bring insurance email confirmation to first practice.
FAQ (click to expand)
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. You will have the opportunity to try rollerskating before you register. Please bring your provincial health care card.
Can I try rollerskating before I sign up?
Yes! We have try-it opportunities at our spring and fall recruitment, when we have the venue space to do so.
Where does roller derby practice take place?
We skate at the University of Lethbridge gym from September to November and January to April. We skate in the Lethbridge Curling Club April to July.
When do you practice?
Future schedules subject to change due to venue availability.
FALL/WINTER SESSION, 2026/27 (estimated)
1st Choice Savings Centre for Sport and Wellness
4401 University Dr W
Sept. 27-Dec. 6, 2026
Jan. 10-March 23, 2027
Junior Learn to Skate and Play:
Sundays 3-4 p.m.
Adult Learn to Skate and Play:
Sundays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
SPRING/SUMMER SESSION, 2027 (estimated)
April-July, 2027
Lethbridge Curling Club
Junior Learn to Skate and Play:
Sundays 1-2:30 p.m.
Wednesdays 5:30-7 p.m.
Adult Learn to Skate and Play::
Sundays 4-5:30 p.m.
Wednesdays 8-9 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
$57.50 yearly insurance
$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, May-July (two practices/week)
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.
What gear do I need? 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
RollerGirl.ca • Vancouver, B.C.
When do I pay?
Membership fee, league dues and gear rental can be paid at registration via e-transfer. Cash and cheque are also accepted at registration event only.
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 (click to expand)
Head 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 in person and online rollerdance classes and runs recreational skating events through Roller Skate Lethbridge. Cherri coaches in the junior and adult programs.
Coach TNT
TNT (she/they) was an original LRDG junior program member in 2012 and progressed into coaching in 2021. They were a member of the 2020 open division Junior Team Canada and also plays with the Deathbridge City Rollers adult team. TNT coaches in the junior and adult programs.
Coach Gongshow
Gongshow (she/her) has been playing roller derby with the LRDG since 2010. In 2023, she progressed into coaching in the junior program. Gongshow is a registered massage therapist and her knowledge of body mechanics complements her coaching technique. Gongshow coaches in the junior program, new skater adult program and currently skates with the Deathbridge City Rollers.
Coach Bubbles
Bio to come
Coach Flynch
Bio to come
Coach Cheshie
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!