Are you seeking a fun way to get fit? Stay fit? Did you know that Roller Skating burns more than 700 calories per hour?

Sound interesting? The Birmingham Blitz Dames compete against national and international teams on a regular basis. To get ourselves in shape for this we have regular practices at local leisure centres in the Birmingham area.

Because we want to offer you our undivided attention when you start out, on the first Saturday of alternate months we hold an induction session for new starters which is totally FREE. Our skaters will get you rolling properly whether this is getting you standing up, playing roller games or teaching you training drills, this means that your route to becoming a Rockin' Rollergirl will be as smooth, safe and enjoyable as possible.

We have a limited number of skates and pads that are free for you to hire, these are available in various sizes and on a first come first served basis. For information on what you will need to get involved in our sport please click here: Roller Derby Equipment.

If you want to come along to an induction session or just want to find out more, please contact us on info@blitzdames.com or visit our forum.

Once you've been to an induction session, you are able to attend all of our open sessions. These cost £5 and run every Saturday for 2 hours. For an hour after that, there is an exciting opportunity to become involved with the off-track responsibilities that are vital to keep our self-run league going. This is the time when the advanced skaters do their scrimmaging and it's worth coming along just to watch! Help us out by doing the score-keeping, penalty tracking, timing the naughty skaters in the Penalty Box and many more. This is also a great way to learn about the game.

Please be on time or early to allow us to take attendance and collect dues in time to begin skating promptly. If you are not on monthly dues the cost to skate is £5 per session and £1.50 for kit hire.

We occasionally host special events such as bouts on these days so if you are planning on coming for the first time then please contact us

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Have a great attitude
• Basic skating skills a plus (we train)
• Have your own gear or be prepared to get it! (skates/pads/helmet/mouth guard)
• Ability to attend at least 1 practice a week
• Willingness to participate in League operations and other functions

Fellas, don't feel left out - we need referees, announcers, coaches, people interested in production of events, DJs, fans - anything - if you are interested in learning we will teach you! If you are interested in helping out in anyway and wish to learn the sport of Roller Derby and help us to organise competitive bout events please get in touch!

Let us know if you plan to attend. (contact us)

Wreck n' Roll!!