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Ready to give roller derby a whirl? Join our Protostars programme!
This programme is a beginners entry point to joining Auld Reekie Roller Derby. If you have previous experience with another Roller Derby club, please email coaches@auldreekierollerderby and we can advise the best pathway or you.
Protostars Programme – Beginners Level
This 12-week programme consists of weekly 1.5hour sessions where you will be on skates and learning with our experienced coaches.
During the programme you will learn about the fundamentals of skating, including how to stop, change direction and get comfortable skating in proximity to other people. You will also learn roller derby moves and skills, including an introduction to the full-contact elements of the sport, in a safe and controlled environment.
Plus additional off-skates learning to guide you through your roller derby orientation, the rules of the game, and the basics of officiating so you can choose your pathway into the sport.
We accept anyone from absolute beginners, to those who have skated a lot before – you just have to be over the age of 18.
Gender Statement
We actively welcome and encourage any individual of a Marginalised Gender to skate with us, in alignment with the WFTDA Statement on Gender. All genders are welcome to officiate and participate in non-skating roles.
When can I start?
The new programme will begin on Wednesday 25th March and finish on Wednesday 10th June. It will take place at Galleon Sports Centre from 8pm to 9.30pm.
How to book your place
Tickets for the next Protostars intake will go on sale on Sunday 22nd February at 6pm. Tickets are limited and will be on a first come first serve basis.
The full 12-week programme costs £100.
Book your place here!
Subsidy
Want to request a subsidy for the Protostars programme starting October 2025? Here is the application form. Please only fill this form in if you are definitely booking on to our programme.
Subsidies will be offered on a first come, first served basis.
More information
For more information, join our Facebook ‘information’ group or check out the New Skater FAQS page.
Group Activity
Fancy a roller derby taster session with a group of pals? Are you a sports team or community group and want to do some team bonding with a fun activity? Get in touch with us and we can organise a one off activity afternoon to get you on skates and take you through some of the fun basics!
Groups of 12 or more people – please contact us on coaches@auldreekierollerderby.com for details.