Learn to play roller derby: MID YEAR Level 2 is open for signup!
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LEARN TO PLAY ROLLER DERBY FUNDAMENTALS - Level 2 intake
This training is perfect for you if you already feel comfortable doing basic things on skates or have completed LEARN TO SKATE - LEVEL 1. Level 2 is a light contact training introduction to roller derby, and we review non-contact skating at the start, before we bring you onto blocking, hitting, jamming and pack work, as well as laying out rules and strategy to get you ready to hit the track.
Where: Dunc Gray Velodrome, 27 Carysfield Road Bass Hill
When: Sundays 10:00am - 11:30am, Tuesdays 7pm-9pm
Start Date: Sunday 20 July 2025
Level 2 skaters are members of SRDL, covering you as skating members of the league, giving you access to our group spaces, our member updates about upcoming derby fun, and setting you up for placement into our competitive player and official teams.
Cost: $65 league joining fee, $75/mth training fees
(plus compulsory annual insurance paid to Skate Victoria - $125).
This is a fully gender-inclusive program.
What will I need?
- Quad roller skates (not in-line skates)
- Helmet (appropriate for skating, sorry bicycle helmets don’t count)
- Wrist Guards
- Elbow Pads
- Knee Pads (Ideally vert style - you want some padding in there)
- Mouthguard
Want more information?
Check out our FAQs below, if you can't find an answer here drop us a line at skateprograms@sydneyrollerderby.com , or message us on Facebook or Instagram
Who is it for?
Level 2 is open to anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn beginner roller skating skills (Level 2 will include contact as you learn roller derby).
When, where and how much are the sessions?
A. Sessions are run at SRDL’s training venue, Dunc Gray Velodrome in Bass Hill on a Sunday. Level 2 is a 12 week course available for SRDL $65 for annual league membership, $75 per month for training. Skate Vic Insurance must be purchased through the Skate Vic portal - $125 Senior Competitive. This ensures you are safe to begin scrimmages on the completion of the course!
Do I need to know how to skate?
Yes, Level 2 is geared towards being confident enough on skate to start learning Roller Derby skills. If you can skate but haven’t in a while, we review LEARN TO SKATE skills in the first week. You can move to other levels based on personal comfort - talk to us and we will work with you!
By attending Level 2 will I be able to join a team and play derby?
Level 2 incorporates full membership to SRDL! As you learn in the Roller Derby Fundamentals program we highly encourage you to take part in other activities, observing scrimmage/training, learning to officiating as a referee or an NSO (Non-Skating Official). Level 2 is a step towards joining a team but does not guarantee placement on a team. (It's kinda up to you and your journey)
What if I can't make every session?
Life happens! Level 2 is a progressive program but skills will be reviewed each week, so you will have a chance to cover any skills you missed. Chat to your coach if there is anything you’re concerned about. We also strongly encourage skaters to practice outside of scheduled sessions.
Is full payment required if I can not make all the sessions?
Level 2 are considered members of SRDL. The initial $65 joining fee and first month’s $75 training dues apply to all members. After, each month training dues are due by the 15th of that month. We cannot facilitate a pay-per-session.
Does SRDL provide gear or will I need to purchase and/or borrow my own?
Our skate library is available to you to try out different styles of skates and padding, if you need, but we strongly recommend by Level 2 you should have your own gear that's best suited to you and your skating style. If you are still building your kit, we do recommend trying out different options from our library to help you find what works for you! Our gear library does NOT include mouthguards - which are required for Level 2.
What gear do I need again?
Helmet (not a bicycle helmet)
Knee & Elbow pads - ideally vert style or derby kneepads, for best coverage.
Wrist guards
Quad Skates
Mouthguard (our gear library cannot loan you these!)
Some people like to wear padded shorts, or purchase a Tailsaver to protect their tailbones. Some skaters also like to wear shinguards.
