Our league's team structure is setup as a progression from beginner through advanced and it all starts with the Grommets training program. The program runs year-round and tailored specifically for beginners between the ages of 7 and 17 who are learning to skate and want to gain experience with junior roller derby basics. Grommets skaters who have learned the foundations of skating and the game will have the opportunity to join our home teams where they can further progress their skating skills and begin full-contact gameplay while learning roller derby strategy and teamwork.
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Grommets Training Program
The Grommets training program is designed for new skaters who want to get started with junior roller derby. Training sessions are focused on the basic skills: skating stance and stride, starts, stops, transitions, skating backward, laterals, working together with teammates, positional and light-contact roller derby, fun games on skates, falling safely and of course always getting back up! Practices are held on Saturdays from 1:30pm~3:00pm all year round at our practice facility in Scotts Valley. We onboard new league members at the beginning of each month. Learn more about the coaches, required skates and safety gear, and how to register for the program within the sections below. |
Grommet Jammer Belle on Wheels
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Coaches
Our Grommets coaches are dedicated to the success of all junior skaters, leveraging their roller derby experience to teach them foundation skills of derby skating and the game. Our coaching staff is also supported by an amazing set of advanced level Groms skaters who share their skills and knowledge with the Grommets during practice. |
Coaches Ima and Adrian
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Roller Derby Skates & Safety Gear
Good quality skates and safety gear are important to ensure that your skater is setup for success and not hindered by their equipment. Here's a list of the equipment your skater will need:
Skateworks is a local skateshop that only sells good quality roller derby gear. Their staff can get your skater fitted and ready to roll. You can contact Skateworks at 831-427-4292 or visit the shop at 131 Center St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060. If you're not ready to make the initial investment in skates and a full set of gear, then ask us about our monthly gear rental program to get you started! |
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Costs & How to Get Started
New skaters pay a registration fee and all skaters pay monthly dues. These costs fund the operations of the league (private practice facility rent, roller derby insurance, etc.):
Steps to register for the program:
New skaters pay a registration fee and all skaters pay monthly dues. These costs fund the operations of the league (private practice facility rent, roller derby insurance, etc.):
- $50 registration fee (one time registration fee upon joining the league)
- $50 dues per month (monthly dues are due on the 1st of each month)
Steps to register for the program:
- Fill-out our online registration form: Groms Registration Form
- Pay the registration fee and first month dues ($100 total)
- Fill-out waivers: Waivers & Releases
- Attend the first practice of the month for Groms league on-boarding
Questions?
- Contact our coaches by e-mail: [email protected]
- Contact Coach Neo by phone or text message: 480-586-7421
