Join – Junior Skaters
Joining the Program | Upcoming Events | About | Access & Equity | FAQ | Setting Up LeagueApps
Joining the Program:
Our Junior Program lets youth skaters start their roller derby journey at their own pace! Your budding skater will learn derby skills and meet a rad community. No experience or knowledge is required! Rental skates and gear are available via our Rent N Roll gear-lending library, making it easier than ever to give roller derby a try. Our Junior program is split into two age groups: Rose Petals (ages 7-11) and Rosebuds (ages 12-17).
Here’s how to get started:
- Follow the instructions below to create an account in LeagueApps, our membership software
- Once your membership is active, you can begin registering for Purple/Red practices
- After you’ve set up your LeagueApps account, email juniors@rosecityrollers.com to get invited to Slack, our main internal communication platform
- Start coming to practice!
If you need help setting up your LeagueApps account, our Membership Coordinator is happy to assist! You can reach them at dues@rosecityrollers.com.
Upcoming Juniors Events:
SUMMER CAMPS:
Kids Camps (ages 7-11):
June 15th – June 19th: Beginner
June 22nd – June 26th: Beginner
July 6th – July 10th: Int-Advanced
Teen Camps (ages 12-17):
July 13th – July 17th: Beginner
July 20th – July 24th: Int-Advanced
About
Join the fun at all skill levels! Starting at just seven years old, skaters who identify with the WFTDA Gender statement are invited to join. From never-been-on-skates to experienced All Stars, from recreational to competitive, Rose City Rollers has a program for everyone.
Meet Rocket Mean, Rose City Rollers founder and Executive Director. She would like to welcome you to RCR!
Access and Equity
RCR is committed to keeping derby accessible.
Scholarships for membership dues:
We offer scholarships to any junior skater (age 7-17) whose family is eligible for free/reduced school lunch as defined by the Portland Public School system.
Gear:
Made possible by grants from a variety of organizations including the Nike Community Impact Fund, The Oregon Community Foundation and the Multnomah Athletic Foundation, the Rose City Rollers are proud to present the world’s first comprehensive derby gear lending and rental library featuring Riedell Skates, S1 Helmets, and Triple 8 Pads. Rent n’ Roll is available to use for all skaters at no additional cost.
Joining beyond playing derby
Rose City Rollers is always recruiting volunteers of all genders. Learn more here. We have many opportunities to get involved for those who don’t want to skate but want to be a part or our community.
Officials
Rose City Rollers is always recruiting officials of all genders! We have opportunities for both Skating and Non-Skating Officials. Officials are essential for ensuring safety and fair play during a bout. Skating Officials wear roller skates during practice and bouts. They fill multiple positions in a bout or scrimmage, and are staffed by volunteers. Non-Skating Officials are the backbone of any officials crew. As the name implies, NSOs take on the officiating positions that don’t involve being on-skates. NSOs fill multiple positions within a bout or scrimmage and are staffed by volunteers. Learn more about joining our Officials program here!
FAQ
Q: How much are dues?
A: Currently $77/month for all members.
Q: Do I need insurance?
A: We strongly recommend primary insurance for all skaters. Juniors pay an additional $35/year for supplemental insurance through the Junior Roller Derby Association (JRDA).
Q: I’ve never skated before – is that okay?
A: Yes! You can learn! All you need is patience and commitment and we can help with the rest.
Q: I know I can’t borrow a mouthguard, and I need one to play. Where can I get one?
A: You can get one at the Hangar when you join us or you can get it at Five Stride or Oaks Park (links below).
Q: I know I can borrow yours, but where could I buy derby gear?
A: Oaks Park Skate Shop (RCR members receive a 10% discount!) or Five Stride Skate Shop
Q. How do I set up a LeagueApps account?
A. Glad you asked!
CREATE AN ACCOUNT FOR YOURSELF
Go here to create an account: https://rosecityrollers.leagueapps.com/signup
Create the account using YOUR information, even if you are a non-skating parent who is only registering junior skaters. You will add them in the next step.
ADD OTHER SKATERS, KIDS, ADULTS TO THE ACCOUNT
Add any additional skaters and/or family members who will be involved with the league in any capacity:
- From the menu on the left, Click on Profiles.
- In the drop-down menu list, Click MY FAMILY ACCOUNT
- On the Family Dashboard page click Add Child or Add Parent (can be used for any other adults that will be helping with scheduling not just parents)
- Fill in required and relevant fields
- Click create
REGISTER FOR YOUR SKATERS’ PROGRAMS
Once you’ve created your account (and added any other skaters and helpers) click the link(s) below to register your skaters for their program. These links are also accessible in the JOIN RCR dropdown menu at the top of the screen.
If you/your skater are on a team, you’ll sign up for your main program and staff will add you to the correct team.
PETALS (ages 7-11): http://rosecityrollers.leagueapps.com/leagues/roller-skating/4320189-rose-petals-ages-7-12
BUDS (ages 12-17): http://rosecityrollers.leagueapps.com/leagues/roller-skating/4321804-rosebuds-ages-13-17
DOWNLOAD THE LEAGUEAPPS PLAY MOBILE APP
Go to the app store for your mobile device and search “LeagueApps Play”. It’s a streamlined way to register for your practices, register for events and camps, group message your teammates and get info from your coaches.
PLEASE NOTE:
Our system is set up as an annual registration invoice that’s paid in monthly installments, rather than as an ongoing monthly membership.
When you register, you’ll see the total amount due for the remainder of the year — this reflects all the monthly payments combined. You only need to pay the first monthly installment today (when you register).
After that, your monthly dues will be automatically charged on the 1st of each month, and the total balance on your annual invoice will decrease with each payment. This continues until the end of the year — or until you choose to end your membership.
