The next tryout session is scheduled for:
MAY 19, 2012
12:00 - 2:00 PM
CARY PARK
4750 N. FRESNO ST.
FRESNO, CA 93710
Tryouts evaluate the candidates basic skating skills, game knowledge, atittude and behavior. Skaters who are selected to join the league must attend our Fresh Meat orientation and then will be placed on our Fresh Meat team, which is our non-bouting team that trains skaters in basic skating and derby skills, during their 90-day probation period. Once Fresh Meat skaters have passed their WFTDA Minimum Skill assessments, WFTDA Rules Test, and completed their 90-day probation period they can fully participate in league events, have full member privileges, and will be eligible for travel team rosters.
Requirements to join NOtown Roller Derby:
•Female
•18 years or older (ID must be provided)
•Sign and accept Release & Waiver of Liability
•Sign and accept NOtown Roller Derby Bylaws
•Sign and accept Attendance Policy
•Purchase USARS coverage ($45/year)
•Pay monthly membership dues ($20/month)
Required Equipment and Gear:
•Quad Roller Skates
•Helmet
•Mouth Guard
•Wrist Guards
•Elbow Pads
•Knee Pads
How can I prepare for tryouts?
Skate, skate, skate! Skate as much as possible before tryouts to ensure you are comfortable on skates. We recommend attending public skating sessions at local rinks to improve your balance and basic skating skills. Additionally, we offer a weekly practice and scrimmage open to the public on Sunday afternoons from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at Cary Park. To participate, non-members are required to sign a "Release & Waiver of Liability" and the cost is $5 per person. For more information please visit our Facebook Event:
Sunday Scriminar
Study the rules of the game. NOtown plays by the standardized rules set forth by the Womens Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). Please visit
www.wftda.com
to access the most current set of rules.
Watch our games! By watching roller derby you can learn a lot about the game and our league. We hold home games at the Fresno Fairgrounds, and free "Scrimmages at the Park" at Cary Park, for more information please visit our
Events
page.
What equipment will I need for tryouts?
All required safety gear and equipment is required for tryouts. NOtown has loaner gear available on a first come, first serve basis (but bring your own mouth guard!).
You will also be required to sign our Release & Waiver of Liability for tryouts.
What should I bring? What should I wear?
Bring a water bottle! A water fountain is on site, but it is recommended to bring your own water bottle. Come dressed to work out - wear loose and comfortable clothing, you don't want to wear anything that will restrict your movement.
Is there a cost to tryout?
No, there is no cost to tryout. However pre-registration is required.
What must I demonstrate at tryouts?
Basic Skating/Derby Skills:
•Forward skating
•Power stride
•Gliding on one foot
•Crossovers
•Balance
•Squats
•Derby stance
•T-stop
•Snow plow stop
•Blocking strength
Speed/Endurance:
•Number of laps in 1 minute
•Number of laps in 5 minutes
Other:
•Positive attitude
•Basic knowledge of the sport
•Ability to listen and apply new knowledge
•Ability to learn skills quickly
•Time commitment
What kind of time commitment is required to skate for NOtown Roller Derby?
Roller Derby is a HUGE COMMITMENT! The league holds four practices a week: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 7:00 - 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Additionally we hold an off-skates training session on Sunday afternoons from 2:30 - 4:00 PM. A minimum attendance percentage is required to be eligible to bout competively. In addition to practice, members are expected to volunteer at bouts, fundraisers, and other official league events. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization we are an entirely volunteer run organization and all active skaters are required to serve on a minimum of one committee.
Are injuries common?
Roller Derby is a full contact sport. Injuries occur, but we train to prevent injuries. Full protective gear is REQUIRED to participate in any NOtown practice, scrimmage, bout, or event involving skating.
