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LEARN TO PLAY ROLLER DERBY  

CoMo Roller Derby hosts several “learn to skate” or Beginners Programs throughout the year. The Beginners Program typically lasts 8-weeks, welcomes all skill levels, and is required for all new skaters and skating referees. During the 8-week course, members of CMRD will teach you how to skate, stop, turn around, fall, and make contact with others safely. The Beginners Program introduces you to the basics of roller derby – including rules and strategy.

Fall 2026 Beginners Program

Fall 2026 Session: October 4th – November 15th (Test Nov 19th)
Our 8-week beginner’s program picks back up in Fall 2026 with courses every Sunday from 3-5pm at the Bob Lemone Building in Hallsville! The test for this session will take place Thursday, November 19th from 7-9pm.

All course participants must be 18 or older and must register beforehand; follow us on Facebook for updates.

What to bring with you to each Beginner course:

  1. A boil-and-bite mouth guard – these can be found in the sports section of most major retailers. Many roller derby players wear SISU mouth guards which can be purchased on Amazon. Please be sure to boil and form your mouth guard before you come to your first practice!
  2. Comfortable workout clothing – we don’t recommend wearing jeans! Shorts, leggings, or sweatpants and a t-shirt or tank top will work best.
  3. A water bottle – a water fountain and sinks are provided if you need a refill while you’re at practice.
  4. An open-minded, positive, and respectful attitude 🙂
  5. A sense of humor – sometimes begin on skates feels silly!

BECOME A REFEREE, COMMITTEE MEMBER, OR VOLUNTEER

CoMo Roller Derby has many opportunities to be an active member of the league without the pressure of competitive game play. Join our dedicated on or off-skates referee crew, volunteer to assist with bout setup, or help manage a committee – if you want to participate, we have a role for you! All genders are welcome to be a part of CoMo Roller Derby. For more information on how you can join, please contact us at comocoachingcommittee@gmail.com.

PURCHASE A SPONSORSHIP

CoMo Roller Derby is always welcoming new sponsorship partners. For more information on our sponsorship packages, please contact sponsorshipcmrd@gmail.com.

LOOKING FOR A PHOTO-OP?

CoMo Roller Derby welcomes photographers and media organizations of every level. For information on filming, photographing, or interviewing our members, please contact comoddmarketing@gmail.com.

CONTACT OUR INTERLEAGUE LIAISON

Are you a skater from another league who’d like to join us for one of our practices? Do you want to play against us? Just email us at comoddinterleague@gmail.com.