I’ve got a full schedule. Will I have enough time for roller derby?
Commitment is huge! Roller derby is like having a second (or third) job. You will be required to attend league practices for approximately two hours twice a week in addition to team practices which are about two hours once a week. In addition to practices, everyone is expected to help at bouts and other official events and fundraisers. We are a skater run organization. Members are required to be on a committee and attend meetings related to those committees! We certainly don’t want to frighten anyone from becoming a member. What we do want to do is be honest with you about the commitment levels involved. If the time commitment is too much, maybe being a skater isn't the right fit for you right now. There are lots of ways to join in: volunteer for bout set up and take down, come to all our parties, help obtain sponsors, etc. Frankly, the list is quite long on the ways you can volunteer! Oh, and let us not forget about the opportunities to sharpen your skills for things like marketing, management, and all the great people you'll meet!   Despite the time commitment, any derby girl will tell you that it is totally worth it.