Rebels Recruitment
The Race City Rebels are currently in Open Recruitment, and we’d love to have you join us. We welcome all adult men interested in playing roller derby, regardless of prior athletic or skating experience. Try outs are not required, although there are a set skills required to play in scrimmages and bouts. Email us at join@racecityrebels.com.
Remember, roller derby is a contact sport. Although it is played safely, injuries do happen. Be aware that, in playing roller derby, you do run the risk potential injury.
Derby Equipment
We require you to have the following equipment before attending your first Rebels practice. If you have any questions on what to buy, or need advice please do not hesitate to email us or send us a message on Facebook. Vital Skates in fountain square is also a fantastic resource for all your derby needs.
- Quad/Speed Skates
- Helmet
- Elbow Pads
- Knee Pads
- Wrist Guards
- Mouth Guard
- Tailbone Protector or Padded Shorts (Not required, but highly recommended)
Derby Skills
We are a Men’s Roller Derby Association (MRDA) team which means we follow The Rules of Flat Track Roller Derby. Use these as a guide when practicing.