Think roller derby is merely a bunch of folks racing around in circles hitting on themselves?
Well, O.K, you might be HALF correct. But there's more to the past time than simply cruising and bruising!
I joined a roller derby team about three years back as a technique to break out of my fitness routine and meet some new folks. It was actually the last thing any of my friends or family thought I'd ever do - which is why it's a perfect choice. I wanted to get far outside my comfortable area, and in the midst I discovered that way down inside there had been a derby girl screaming to get out.
Firstly, I don't fit into the stereotypical roller derby gal.
I am not covered in tattoos, I sure don't blast punk music, and I certainly haven't got multiple piercings distributed around my body.
But of course those are all just fake perceptions of what everyone's about. In reality, my team is composed of ladies of all ages and backgrounds, from a young uni student studying mathematics to a middle aged mummy of 2 with a taste for collecting stamps.
Roller derby looks to be going through a renascence recently, with more and more ladies stopping by our weekly practices to see what we're all about.
Besides the increased collusion, there also appears to be a considerable number of fans coming out to support us. I consider the fans to be an extended member of our team. They are always screaming and cheering, bringing a stirring level of energy to the sport. Without the fans, the whole experience would be a great deal different.
I was told that roller derby was first created back in the 1930s mainly as an endurance competition. Someplace along the line all of the hard-knocks and insane escapades were thrown in to attract audiences.
Well, it sure feels like that competitive spirit has lasted all those years, and can be seen at any given derby night.
My squad and rivals may lead reasonably normal lives, but when we get out there on the skating rink, our personas take on a completely new character. After I step out there and start rolling there is a sudden fierceness and drive that takes over. I love it, and it's completely addictive.
So whether you're brave enough to lace up your skates and join us for a few laps, or are content with simply screaming from the sidelines, roller derby is something that you just have to see in person!
Well, O.K, you might be HALF correct. But there's more to the past time than simply cruising and bruising!
I joined a roller derby team about three years back as a technique to break out of my fitness routine and meet some new folks. It was actually the last thing any of my friends or family thought I'd ever do - which is why it's a perfect choice. I wanted to get far outside my comfortable area, and in the midst I discovered that way down inside there had been a derby girl screaming to get out.
Firstly, I don't fit into the stereotypical roller derby gal.
I am not covered in tattoos, I sure don't blast punk music, and I certainly haven't got multiple piercings distributed around my body.
But of course those are all just fake perceptions of what everyone's about. In reality, my team is composed of ladies of all ages and backgrounds, from a young uni student studying mathematics to a middle aged mummy of 2 with a taste for collecting stamps.
Roller derby looks to be going through a renascence recently, with more and more ladies stopping by our weekly practices to see what we're all about.
Besides the increased collusion, there also appears to be a considerable number of fans coming out to support us. I consider the fans to be an extended member of our team. They are always screaming and cheering, bringing a stirring level of energy to the sport. Without the fans, the whole experience would be a great deal different.
I was told that roller derby was first created back in the 1930s mainly as an endurance competition. Someplace along the line all of the hard-knocks and insane escapades were thrown in to attract audiences.
Well, it sure feels like that competitive spirit has lasted all those years, and can be seen at any given derby night.
My squad and rivals may lead reasonably normal lives, but when we get out there on the skating rink, our personas take on a completely new character. After I step out there and start rolling there is a sudden fierceness and drive that takes over. I love it, and it's completely addictive.
So whether you're brave enough to lace up your skates and join us for a few laps, or are content with simply screaming from the sidelines, roller derby is something that you just have to see in person!
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