New Skater Camp
Roller derby is an exciting sport that offers a lot of benefits for young people, including physical activity, teamwork, self-confidence building, learning new skills, and meeting new friends. The Seattle Derby Brats New Skater Camp is a fantastic opportunity for young people to try out roller derby in a safe and supportive environment. Through this camp, participants can learn basic skating skills, play roller derby, and be part of a team while having fun and making new friends. The coaches are experienced and friendly, and they will guide participants through the fundamentals of the sport. So, if your child is interested in trying out roller derby this summer, consider signing them up for the Seattle Derby Brats new skater camp – it could be the start of an exciting new adventure!
Camp Details
The New Skater Camp is a great opportunity for anyone to learn basic skating skills and safety while having fun. It's open to anyone who wants to enjoy skating without any obligation to join the Seattle Derby Brats league. However, for those who are interested in joining the league, please note that there is a separate evaluation process that is required.
Who Can Attend
The Seattle Derby Brats New Skater Camp and League is open to all girls and gender expansive individuals.
Ages
TOOTSY ROLLERS
8-11 years old (must be 8 by September 1, 2024)
JUNIOR MINTS
12-17 years old (must be 12 by September 1, 2024)
When
August 6-8 and August 13-15 2024 6-8pm
League Assessments August 17 10a.m.-2 p.m.
Where
The Warehouse
13024 Stone Ave N
Seattle, WA 98133
Cost
$400 per skater
Scholarships are available for those that qualify. See registration form for more information. Please note that our policy is that all registration payments are final and non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Recommended Preparation
Camp participants must be able to skate forward without assistance for at least one lap of a standard skating rink before the first day of camp.
REQUIRED GEAR
Campers will be required to wear full safety gear whenever they are on skates at camp. More information on gear and fit here.
Gear required at every camp
Quad skates – 4 wheels; no inline skates
Properly fitted helmet – roller derby, multi-sport, hockey, or skateboarding helmets provide the most protection for your skater
Knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards sized for your skater’s body
Mouth guard – SDB skaters prefer SISU remoldable mouth guards
Reusable water bottle, full at the start of each camp
Snacks, in case skater gets hungry – SDB is unable to provide snacks during camp
One dark gray shirt and one white shirt
Where to get gear
Buy local! Get Your Bearings Skate Shop has everything your camper will need AND they will help make sure your gear fits properly. They often have reduced-cost used skates on consignment.
Buy online! There are several good online roller derby retailers.
Sign up for roller derby gear swaps or second-hand gear groups on Facebook.
League Qualifying Details
Who can join the league
If your skater is between the ages of 8-17 and new to the sport of roller derby, you must attend New Skater Camp where you'll learn the fundamentals of the sport, including basic skating skills and safety techniques.
If you have any questions about the New Skater Camp or would like to learn more about joining the SDB derby season in 2024-25, please don't hesitate to email us at newskatercamp@seattlederbybrats.com. We’d be happy to provide you with all the information you need to get started on this exciting journey!
New Skater Camp Attendance Policy
We strongly encourage all skaters (especially those who are new to roller skating) to attend all the camp dates as we begin learning the basics of skating and safety right away. Skaters who are able to attend all dates will build an incredibly strong foundation of skills and gain the most benefit from the experience, regardless of whether they continue on to join the league. Attendance is required at 75% of all dates to qualify for tryouts.
We want to let you know that attending the New Skater Camp and participating in tryouts doesn’t guarantee placement in the league. We know that everyone has their own pace and learning style, and we’ll be there to help you every step of the way. Skaters will need to meet certain safety requirements and demonstrate their skills before they can be placed on a team.
Regular Season Information
Once your skater makes the league, they'll be assigned to one of our divisions and will have a specific practice schedule. We offer several different divisions to ensure that skaters are placed in an appropriate level based on their skill and experience. Our coaches will work closely with each skater to help them develop their skills and reach their full potential.
Tootsy Rollers
Ages 8-11 years old. The youngest skaters in the league play the sport in a positional-only (not full-contact) version and learn the basics of roller derby skills. Tootsy skaters practice once a week.
Division 1
Ages 12-17 years old. Div1 skaters play positional-only (not full-contact) and build on basic skills to learn the foundations of roller derby strategy. Div1 practices up to twice a week.
Division 2
Ages 12-17 years old. Div2 are higher skilled and more experienced skaters, playing at a full-contact level. Div2 practices up to twice a week.
Galaxy Travel Team
Get ready for an exciting challenge! Our Galaxy team is SDB's highest skill, full-contact, elite travel team. These talented skaters compete regionally and nationally in JRDA-sanctioned bouts, and it's an incredible opportunity to be a part of it! With twice-a-week practices, skaters will develop their skills and take their game to the next level.
If you're interested in becoming a part of this incredible team, we'd love to see you at tryouts! Even if you've been on the team before, everyone is required to try out every year to ensure that we have the best of the best representing SDB. The tryout typically happens in late summer, separately from the New Skater Camp tryouts.
Let’s get rolling.