Sault Roller Girls | The Sault's All Girl Flat Track Roller Derby League!

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Who can join the Sault Roller Girls?
You must be female, at least 18 yrs old to skate in the league. There is no age limit for skating in the league, as long as you can keep up. Men and women 18 and over can join as referees, announcers, coaches, stagehands or general help.

Anyone of any age can help support SRG through promoting, fundraising, sponsoring, and attending events and matches.

Where do you play?
The Sault Roller Girls are currently practicing at Tarentorus Sports Club located at 56 Avery Road RR #6 - just off of Allen's Side Road. It's our home sweet home, and we love it!

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What are the rules?
Detailed rules are linked below - here's a synopsis of the basics: There are 2 teams of 5 chicks on the track during each 2-minute jam. Each team has one scoring position called a jammer, one pivot, and three blockers. The pivots and blockers form what we call a pack.

The pack starts out 20 feet ahead of the jammers and start sprinting at the first whistle blast. The jammers start sprinting a few seconds later, at the second whistle blast.

The jammers have to break through the pack and skate another lap before they start scoring points. On a jammer's second and future trips through, she gets a point for every opponent she passes. The blockers and pivots try to stop the opposing jammer from getting through, while assisting their own jammer.

• expanded rules

What if I get hurt?
It's not if you get hurt, it's when you get hurt! Pulled muscles, sprains, strains, bruises, and broken bones can and will happen in roller derby. This is why protective gear is required. We will be required to train, stretch and practice falling to help reduce injuries and their severity.

How much time will it take?
Practice, scrimmages and bouts take a considerable time commitment. Practices will be held about twice a week for 2 hours each. It may sound intimidating but you'll quickly realize how much fun skating is and want to do even more! A minimum attendance expectation must be met for girls who wish to skate in bouts or take part in benefits offered to skaters by the League.

How much does it cost?
The biggest expense will be for your equipment (skates, protective gear). The league will need to pay monthly dues of $20 to help pay for league expenses like rink rental and advertising. Those dues only kick in after you've been part of the league long enough to determine you're really committed.

What equipment do I need?
The first thing you'll need is the required protective gear; a helmet, wrist, elbow, and knee pads and mouthguards are required for practice and bout skating. You can find full sets of starter pads (wrist, elbow & knee) for $20-$40 at most big stores (ie: Walmart, Zellers, Canadian Tire). We do recommend investing in good knee pads as soon as possible which usually run around $40. You can get starter skates from thrift stores for $5 or beginner practice skates at discount department stores before investing in speed skates.

Once you're ready to commit you'll want to invest in a good pair of speed skates, which will run anywhere from $80 - $200. Once you're hooked you'll find the cheaper skates will slow you down and make skating harder. In due time the league may have some spare gear but it will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Besides, you will likely want your own gear to practice with.

Is roller derby fake?
Nope! Roller derby is a real sport with no choreographing. Don't believe us, be sure to check us out in future. You will definitely see that it is real!

Girls can and will get hurt in the course of play and training because this is a full-contact sport and we do consider ourselves athletes. We train accordingly, practicing twice a week or more, to keep our skills up to speed and our bodies up for the punishment. It is can be rough but it's also a lot of fun!

• SRG Injuries

What if I'm really little? Don't you have to be big and burly to play roller derby?
Nope. Sault Roller Girls come in all shapes and sizes. The smaller girls will most likely end up playing as point-scoring jammers. They are often quick on their feet, easy to whip around the rink, and don't have as far to fall.

What if I'm really big? Don't you have to be athletic and in shape to play roller derby?
Nope. Sault Roller Girls come in all shapes and sizes. Bigger girls will most likely end up playing as blockers. Amazons tend to be hard to push around, give strong assists, hit hard and can cover a lot of ground in a single stride. Not to mention that training for and playing roller derby will probably get you in the best shape of your life!

What if I haven't been on skates since Elementary School? Don't I have to be a great skater to even attempt roller derby?
You'd be surprised how many of us hadn't skated for years before joining. Some of us haven't skated ever, but you would be surprised at how quickly it comes back when you work hard. We do expect a basic skill level at try outs - balance, decent endurance, willingness to work and push yourself. If you're thinking of trying out, strap on your skates as soon as possible and wear 'em as often as possible. Hit the streets, skate at the boardwalk or your driveway (while wearing your pads!). Just get comfortable on your wheels and start building up your muscles and endurance.

Where can I find out more about roller derby?
Cruise through all of the information offered on our site, and check out the other derby sites in our links section.

How can I contact someone?
If you would like to contact an SRG representive feel free to check out our contact page. You will find all of the information you need there.

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History of Roller Derby \| Rules & Game Play \| F.A.Q. \| Links \| Supported Charities Who can join the Sault Roller Girls? You must be female, at least 18 yrs old to skate in the league. There is no age limit for skating in the league, as long as you can keep up. Men and women 18 and over can join as referees, announcers, coaches, stagehands or general help. Anyone of any age can help support SRG through promoting, fundraising, sponsoring, and attending events and matches. Where do you play? The Sault Roller Girls are currently practicing at Tarentorus Sports Club located at 56 Avery Road RR #6 - just off of Allen's Side Road. It's our home sweet home, and we love it! • View Map What are the rules? Detailed rules are linked below - here's a synopsis of the basics: There are 2 teams of 5 chicks on the track during each 2-minute jam. Each team has one scoring position called a jammer, one pivot, and three blockers. The pivots and blockers form what we call a pack. The pack starts out 20 feet ahead of the jammers and start sprinting at the first whistle blast. The jammers start sprinting a few seconds later, at the second whistle blast. The jammers have to break through the pack and skate another lap before they start scoring points. On a jammer's second and future trips through, she gets a point for every opponent she passes. The blockers and pivots try to stop the opposing jammer from getting through, while assisting their own jammer. • expanded rules What if I get hurt? It's not if you get hurt, it's when you get hurt! Pulled muscles, sprains, strains, bruises, and broken bones can and will happen in roller derby. This is why protective gear is required. We will be required to train, stretch and practice falling to help reduce injuries and their severity. How much time will it take? Practice, scrimmages and bouts take a considerable time commitment. Practices will be held about twice a week for 2 hours each. It may sound intimidating but you'll quickly realize how much fun skating is and want to do even more! A minimum attendance expectation must be met for girls who wish to skate in bouts or take part in benefits offered to skaters by the League. How much does it cost? The biggest expense will be for your equipment (skates, protective gear). The league will need to pay monthly dues of $20 to help pay for league expenses like rink rental and advertising. Those dues only kick in after you've been part of the league long enough to determine you're really committed. What equipment do I need? The first thing you'll need is the required protective gear; a helmet, wrist, elbow, and knee pads and mouthguards are required for practice and bout skating. You can find full sets of starter pads (wrist, elbow & knee) for $20-$40 at most big stores (ie: Walmart, Zellers, Canadian Tire). We do recommend investing in good knee pads as soon as possible which usually run around $40. You can get starter skates from thrift stores for $5 or beginner practice skates at discount department stores before investing in speed skates. Once you're ready to commit you'll want to invest in a good pair of speed skates, which will run anywhere from $80 - $200. Once you're hooked you'll find the cheaper skates will slow you down and make skating harder. In due time the league may have some spare gear but it will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Besides, you will likely want your own gear to practice with. Is roller derby fake? Nope! Roller derby is a real sport with no choreographing. Don't believe us, be sure to check us out in future. You will definitely see that it is real! Girls can and will get hurt in the course of play and training because this is a full-contact sport and we do consider ourselves athletes. We train accordingly, practicing twice a week or more, to keep our skills up to speed and our bodies up for the punishment. It is can be rough but it's also a lot of fun! • SRG Injuries What if I'm really little? Don't you have to be big and burly to play roller derby? Nope. Sault Roller Girls come in all shapes and sizes. The smaller girls will most likely end up playing as point-scoring jammers. They are often quick on their feet, easy to whip around the rink, and don't have as far to fall. What if I'm really big? Don't you have to be athletic and in shape to play roller derby? Nope. Sault Roller Girls come in all shapes and sizes. Bigger girls will most likely end up playing as blockers. Amazons tend to be hard to push around, give strong assists, hit hard and can cover a lot of ground in a single stride. Not to mention that training for and playing roller derby will probably get you in the best shape of your life! What if I haven't been on skates since Elementary School? Don't I have to be a great skater to even attempt roller derby? You'd be surprised how many of us hadn't skated for years before joining. Some of us haven't skated ever, but you would be surprised at how quickly it comes back when you work hard. We do expect a basic skill level at try outs - balance, decent endurance, willingness to work and push yourself. If you're thinking of trying out, strap on your skates as soon as possible and wear 'em as often as possible. Hit the streets, skate at the boardwalk or your driveway (while wearing your pads!). Just get comfortable on your wheels and start building up your muscles and endurance. Where can I find out more about roller derby? Cruise through all of the information offered on our site, and check out the other derby sites in our links section. How can I contact someone? If you would like to contact an SRG representive feel free to check out our contact page. You will find all of the information you need there.
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