What to Expect from Practice

Your first practice is coming up soon!  That’s awesome and we can’t wait to meet and greet and teach everyone about the world of roller derby!  Here are some tips and tricks on preparation for your first practice.

Procure your gear!

You’ll need gear!  While we do have loaner items, they are first come, first serve.  If you need to borrow the leagues gear for the first couple of practices, please arrive around fifteen minutes early to be able to find the gear you need and be geared up in time for practice.  Remember, we do not have loaner mouth guards!  B&D Skating Rink, Derby 4 All and sports stores sell them.  

Pick out your first day of school outfit!

Here is a guide to Dressing Derby!  If you have questions, please ask. 

When and Where?

Check the calendar!  It’s on this blog and it was also given to you in print form.  All practices are held at B&D Skate Center in Independence.  Remember to schedule drive time to make it to practice on time!  Be ready to go at the start of practice.

Make a Practice Day Plan

To prepare for practice drink plenty of water.  A Staying Hydrated blog post has been made.  Make sure to bring a bottle of water during practice.  You might want to bring a few snacks for after practice.  If this is your first time meeting with us, you will need to sign a waiver and complete contact information online.  There will be plenty of copies of the waiver available.  Don’t forget the rink fee for September.  That can be paid at the first practice.

Relax and have fun!

Remember, this is the first practice for a lot of people.  Relax and have fun.  It’s okay to fall.  Falling is learning.

Have questions?  Ask them!  There will be plenty of trainers available for you to ask questions to.