Sheffield Steel Roller Derby

Sheffield Steel Roller Derby - OTA Megascrim (5th November)
2024-11-05 18:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Skate Central, Skate Central, 1 Queens Road, Sheffield, S2 4DF, United Kingdom
Skip the fireworks and come scrim with SSRD on 5th November
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Open to skaters who are cleared for contact, this will be a OTA (open to all) scrim for skaters aged 16+.
On skates warm up from 7pm and first whistle at 7:15pm. Venue address: 1 Queens Rd, Sheffield, S2 4DF.

We have 15 guest spots available for just £7.50 a skater. Please book via the ticket link above your reserve your spot.

You will also need to complete our guest waiver before you attend the session. If you have previously completed the waiver in the last 12 months, we ask that you check the information held is still correct. Guest waiver: https://forms.gle/VTScwXQDJyywwbhv9

If you wish to officiate for this event, you can apply via TOaST: https://rollerderby.directory/event/521

Please note that skater slots for this event are open to all skaters who have been cleared by their teams as ready for contact / have passed their WFTDA minimum skills (when they were still a thing!).
All attendees must abide by the Megascrim Code of Conduct:
1. Be Excellent to Each Other. This includes skaters, referees, NSOs, and any other attendees.
2. Anyone deemed to be consistently NOT excellent to others (aggressive, swearing) will be asked to leave the event and disinvited from future Megascrims.

Refunds and Cancellations:
Email sheffieldsteelrollerderby@gmail.com no less than two (2) weeks of the event and we can arrange a refund and open up your spot, any time after this point and we will not be able to open up your spot but you are welcome to transfer to another skater.

Sheffield Steel Roller Derby – New Intake
2024-09-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Skate Central, Skate Central, 1 Queens Road, Sheffield, S2 4DF, United Kingdom
Join Sheffield Steel Roller Derby for our next new skater intake.
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DESCRIPTION
Thank you for your interest in joining Sheffield Steel Roller Derby! Before you sign up to this event, please ensure you read all of the below information. You may also wish to visit our New Skater page on our website for more information.
WHO CAN COME ALONG?
If you are a woman or non-binary, are over 18, WE WANT YOU! No one is born playing roller derby, so everyone starts off as a beginner. We will teach you how to stop, turn around, skate backwards, fall safely, jump, hit, and so much more!
DO I NEED TO BE ABLE TO SKATE?
Some skating ability may make it easier to pick up other skills associated with roller derby however, we will have additional coaches during our first four weeks to help you nail the basics.
Our training venue, Skate Central, has public skating sessions if you want to practice before our recruitment event.
KIT REQUIRED
Everyone attending a new intake session must have all of the following with them on the day:

Quad Skates
Knee pads
Elbow pads
Wrist guards
Helmet
Mouth guard

These things are for your safety and of those around you. You can get everything you need from skate shops like Skate Hut and Double Threat Skates. You can search UK Roller Derby Recyclables on Facebook for second hand kit. If you’re wondering about sizing, there are some handy tables on the 187 Pads site.
Anyone missing kit on the day will not be able to skate.
LOAN KIT
We have a limited amount of loan kit to offer new skaters for free including skates, helmets and pads. If you wish to hire our loan kit, please select the Hire Kit Needed ticket option when adding to basket and also add to your basket whatever loan kit you need. Stocks are limited and our recruitment events are very popular, so please book quickly to avoid disappointment.
Please note that we do not loan or provide mouthguards – you will need to buy your own. We highly recommend that you get a heat-mouldable mouthguard such as Sisu, for comfort and ease of use. Anyone without a mouthguard will not be permitted to join in the event.
SESSION OUTLINE

10:30am: new intake session opens!
10:30am-11am: – attendees arrive, meet the team, get kitted up
11am-11:15am: presentation from our Recruitment Team
11:15am-12:30pm – skates on! Our new intake coaches will take your through the basic skating skills required for roller derby
12:30pm: session ends.

COSTS
Your first session is free; after that it’s £7.50 per session which you can pay with card when you arrive. After 4 weeks, if you want to stay and play with us, you can join us as a member for a monthly fee of £42 (reduced dues are available, just ask a member of the team).
SO HOW DO I SIGN UP?
Add to basket a skater ticket and any loan kit you need, making sure to select the size you will likely need.
HOW DO I RESERVE LOAN KIT?
If you are ordering loan kit, make sure you select each item of kit you need when adding the ticket to your basket.
If your size is not shown then this means that this size is Sold Out. Choose another size, or contact ssrdrecruitment@gmail.com and we’ll see if we can help find you what you need.
FAQS
I’m trans, can I join?
Of course! Trans women are women, so get your skates on!
I’m non-binary, can I join?
We are a member league of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) and so our skaters are women or women-aligned. If you’re happy to skate under the moniker of ‘women’s roller derby’, we’d love to have you!
Is there an age limit?
Yes – we can only accept skaters who are over 18.
If you are under 18, you can join our junior league! Please see https://www.facebook.com/SheffieldSteelJuniorRollers for more information.
What if I can no longer attend the event? (refund policy)
Our recruitment events are very popular and loan kit is in high demand. You may cancel your space on the new intake and receive a full refund for any loan kit you have paid for up to 7 days before the new intake event. This allows us to open up your spot or loan kit to anyone on the waiting list. Any cancellations received after the deadline will not be refunded.
I really want to join but I can’t make this event date. Can I still join?
Yes! You must still register your place on the event to secure your place and reserve your loan kit. Then please let us know at ssrdrecruitment@gmail.com and we’ll arrange for you to join within 4 weeks of the event date. If you can’t join within those 4 weeks, we’re afraid you will need to wait for our next recruitment cycle.
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
No – each person who attends must register for themselves. If you’d like to invite a friend please forward the link. The more the merrier!
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No – please save the trees! We’ll have a list of attendees for each session.
Any other questions? Please contact ssrdrecruitment@gmail.com for more information.

Sevens Tournament (7th July)
2024-07-07 08:45 - 13:45 | Skate Central, Skate Central, 1 Queens Road, Sheffield, S2 4DF, United Kingdom
We are hosting our first ever sevens tournament and we want you (and 6 of your leaguemates!) to join us
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What’s a sevens tournament?
All rules you know and love but with just 7 skaters and for 20 minutes instead! This is a WFTDA aligned tournament and each team will place each other before a finale to determine the sevens champions.
Sevens is often more fast paced so we recommend this for inter/advanced skaters only.
How will it work?
First off, you will need to reserve your space for you team, there are only 3 team spaces avaliable so you’ll need to be quick. Team spots are £70 (so £10 per skater) and gurantee 3 20-minute games!
After you’ve reserved your tickets, we’ll be in touch to confirm your team information / provide you with your game day timings.
When is it? Where is it?
The day will start at 8:45am for registration and on-track warm-up at 9am at Skate Central
Can I come officiate?
Absolutely, we’d love you have you. You can apply via TOaST via the link: https://rollerderby.directory/event/418
Other questions?
Get in touch with us via sheffieldsteelrollerderby@gmail.com

Sheffield Steel Roller Derby - WFTDA Megascrim (11th June)
2024-06-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Skate Central, Skate Central, 1 Queens Road, Sheffield, S2 4DF, United Kingdom
Celebrate the end of the season with our WFTDA megascrim
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Open to skaters who are cleared for contact, this will be a WFTDA scrim for skaters aged 16+. We are actively encouraging rookie / intermediate level skaters.
On skates warm up from 7pm and first whistle at 7:15pm. Venue address: 1 Queens Rd, Sheffield, S2 4DF.
We have 15 guest spots available for just £7.50 a skater. Please book via the ticket link above your reserve your spot.
You will also need to complete our guest waiver before you attend the session. If you have previously completed the waiver in the last 12 months, we ask that you check the information held is still correct. Guest waiver: https://forms.gle/VTScwXQDJyywwbhv9
If you wish to officiate for this event, you can apply via TOaST: https://rollerderby.directory/event/417
Please note that skater slots for this event are open to WFTDA skaters who have been cleared by their teams as ready for contact / have passed their WFTDA minimum skills (when they were still a thing!).
All attendees must abide by the Megascrim Code of Conduct:
1. Be Excellent to Each Other. This includes skaters, referees, NSOs, and any other attendees.
2. Anyone deemed to be consistently NOT excellent to others (aggressive, swearing) will be asked to leave the event and disinvited from future Megascrims.
Refunds and Cancellations:
Email sheffieldsteelrollerderby@gmail.com within two (2) weeks of the event and we can arrange a refund and open up your spot, any time after this point and we will not be able to open up your spot but you are welcome to transfer to another skater.

Sheffield Steel Roller Derby - New Intake
2024-05-19 10:30 - 12:30 | Skate Central, Skate Central, 1 Queens Road, Sheffield, S2 4DF, United Kingdom
Join Sheffield Steel Roller Derby for our next new skater intake.
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DESCRIPTION
Thank you for your interest in joining Sheffield Steel Roller Derby! Before you sign up to this event, please ensure you read all of the below information. You may also wish to visit our New Skater page on our website for more information.
WHO CAN COME ALONG?
If you are a woman or non-binary, are over 18, WE WANT YOU! No one is born playing roller derby, so everyone starts off as a beginner. We will teach you how to stop, turn around, skate backwards, fall safely, jump, hit, and so much more!
DO I NEED TO BE ABLE TO SKATE?
Some skating ability may make it easier to pick up other skills associated with roller derby however, we will have additional coaches during our first four weeks to help you nail the basics.
Our training venue, Skate Central, has public skating sessions if you want to practice before our recruitment event.
KIT REQUIRED
Everyone attending a new intake session must have all of the following with them on the day:

Quad Skates
Knee pads
Elbow pads
Wrist guards
Helmet
Mouth guard

These things are for your safety and of those around you. You can get everything you need from skate shops like Skate Hut and Double Threat Skates. You can search UK Roller Derby Recyclables on Facebook for second hand kit. If you’re wondering about sizing, there are some handy tables on the 187 Pads site.
Anyone missing kit on the day will not be able to skate.
LOAN KIT
We have a limited amount of loan kit to offer new skaters for free including skates, helmets and pads. If you wish to hire our loan kit, please select the Hire Kit Needed ticket option when adding to basket and also add to your basket whatever loan kit you need. Stocks are limited and our recruitment events are very popular, so please book quickly to avoid disappointment.
Please note that we do not loan or provide mouthguards – you will need to buy your own. We highly recommend that you get a heat-mouldable mouthguard such as Sisu, for comfort and ease of use. Anyone without a mouthguard will not be permitted to join in the event.
SESSION OUTLINE

10:30am: new intake session opens!
10:30am-11am: – attendees arrive, meet the team, get kitted up
11am-11:15am: presentation from our Recruitment Team
11:15am-12:30pm – skates on! Our new intake coaches will take your through the basic skating skills required for roller derby
12:30pm: session ends.

COSTS
Your first session is free; after that it’s £7.50 per session which you can pay with card when you arrive. After 4 weeks, if you want to stay and play with us, you can join us as a member for a monthly fee of £42 (reduced dues are available, just ask a member of the team).
SO HOW DO I SIGN UP?
Add to basket a skater ticket and any loan kit you need, making sure to select the size you will likely need.
HOW DO I RESERVE LOAN KIT?
If you are ordering loan kit, make sure you select each item of kit you need from the website and make sure you check out with all the items needed.
If your size is not shown then this means that this size is Sold Out. Choose another size, or contact ssrdrecruitment@gmail.com and we’ll see if we can help find you what you need.
FAQS
I’m trans, can I join?
Of course! Trans women are women, so get your skates on!
I’m non-binary, can I join?
We are a member league of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) and so our skaters are women or women-aligned. If you’re happy to skate under the moniker of ‘women’s roller derby’, we’d love to have you!
Is there an age limit?
Yes – we can only accept skaters who are over 18.
If you are under 18, you can join our junior league! Please see https://www.facebook.com/SheffieldSteelJuniorRollers for more information.
What if I can no longer attend the event? (refund policy)
Our recruitment events are very popular and loan kit is in high demand. You may cancel your space on the new intake and receive a full refund for any loan kit you have paid for up to 7 days before the new intake event. This allows us to open up your spot or loan kit to anyone on the waiting list. Any cancellations received after the deadline will not be refunded.
I really want to join but I can’t make this event date. Can I still join?
Yes! You must still register your place on the event to secure your place and reserve your loan kit. Then please let us know at ssrdrecruitment@gmail.com and we’ll arrange for you to join within 4 weeks of the event date. If you can’t join within those 4 weeks, we’re afraid you will need to wait for our next recruitment cycle.
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
No – each person who attends must register for themselves. If you’d like to invite a friend please forward the link. The more the merrier!
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No – please save the trees! We’ll have a list of attendees for each session.
Any other questions? Please contact ssrdrecruitment@gmail.com for more information.

Sheffield Steel Roller Derby - Home Game
2024-04-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Concord Sports Centre, Shiregreen Lane, Deepcar, Sheffield, S5 6AE, United Kingdom
Join us for our next home game at Concord International Sports Centre as we go head to head with North Wales Roller Derby and Manchester Valkyries go up against Rebellion Roller Derby.
Expect the usual raffle, cake stall and merch stalls as well as some extra special stalls and activities including our sign a shin fundraiser and a preloved clothing stall
Tickets will be pay as you feel with a suggested donation of £7 and we can accept payment with either cash or card on the doors.
Hope to see you there!

Sheffield Steel Roller Derby vs Manchester Valkyries
2024-02-24 12:00 - 16:30 | Daventry Leisure Centre, Daventry, NN1 4FP, United Kingdom
We’re on tour!
Come cheer on your favourite Yorkshire derby team as we head to Daventry Leisure Centre to take on the Manchester Valkyries for our first game of the season
Please note: this event is hosted by Rebellion Roller Derby and tickets can be brough via their website below
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