Roller Derby Advice & Tips

Discover the Ultimate Roller Derby Resource in Kansas City!

Looking to learn roller derby in Kansas City? Fountain City Roller Derby’s blog is your go-to hub for derby life, training, and local KC skating insights. Covering topics from derby stance and drills and skills to practice toolkits and beginner guides, it’s packed with expert advice for newcomers and seasoned skaters alike.

Whether you’re searching for derby training tips, local KC skate spots, or how to join FCRD’s bootcamp — the blog guides you through every step of your roller derby journey in Kansas City.

We have compiled a list of items found in many vets bags. Don’t run out and buy everything on this list, every skater likes different things.
If you are able to utilize your toe stops in a controlled manner, it can take you far in derby. Remember, practice makes you better and practicing on your toe
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Fountain City Roller Derby bootcamp teaches proper skating and roller derby techniques, but the best way to improve quickly is to get comfortable on wheels!
Fountain City Roller Derby roller skating at an open skate
Learn what gear you need for roller derby, from helmets to skates, and get tips on finding the perfect fit to stay safe on the track.
You’ve finally decided to strap on those skates and get out on the track. Now if only you had the perfect derby name to go along with those sick, new
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Awesome job for attending an Open Skate! The more time you spend on your skates, the more comfortable you will get on them!
Fountain City Roller Derby roller skating at an open skate