Roller derby drills

Q. I struggle with turn stops, and making it back to my wall quickly when we get broken up. How can I get quicker transitions?

Roller derby wheel configurations

Search the Blog! Recently, in a forum (I spend lots of my time creeping on forums, okay?), the question of the 27-in-5 and it’s usefulness as a minimum skating skill...

Here are some things that you can do OFF SKATES to help prepare your body for executing skills ON SKATES. Whether it’s strengthening specific muscles or getting your body used to a strange new position, putting in some time off skates can make a big difference when it comes to your basic skills.Today We’re Focusing On The 180° TRANSITION. #rollerderby

HOCKEY STOPS, PART 2 A’s feet are parallel and close to their power center, and their body position is compact. The faster they skate, the more strength they will need to stop quickly... but in this position, A can use small shifts in hip angle and weight distribution to fine-tune the quickness and direction of each stop. At any point (even DURING the stop), A can choose to stop harder, change direction, jump, or even accelerate forward.

So you want better legs? Even if you don't play roller derby, this roller derby strength training set will have your legs burning and balanced in no time

From freshie to veteran, we can ALL benefit from stronger plow stops! Learn the 3 key ingredients to stronger plow stops, and 6 simple moves that will help you stop on a dime.

Tricks and training tips to help you improve at your 27 laps roller derby endurance test - and skating in general.

Derby sports have spurred in popularity over the past decade and found in small towns across the United States and other countries. Finding itself now considered a multi-million dollar industry with almost 40,000 participates across the United