Our adult Gotham Basic Training 2026 Spring Session I will begin on March 17! Click here to register, and sign up for our newsletter to be notified of future sessions.

New to our basic training classes? Scroll down this page for our FAQs.

Basic Training Spring 2026 Session I

Session Dates: 8 Tuesdays from March 17 - May 5 (March 17, 24, 31; April 7, 17, 21, 28; May 5)
Times: 8pm - 10pm
Ages: 18+
Levels: All levels (must be able to skate without holding onto walls or people)
Location: Boerum Hill School for International Studies Campus Building - K293 [look for Exit 10] (284 Baltic Street, Brooklyn, NY)
8-Week Session Cost: $40 per class / $320 total (Returning Skaters) | $45 per class / $360 total (New Skaters)
Required Gear: See our FAQ below!

Registration: Click here! (Please note that you must create a JackRabbit profile to register for our classes. While the software requires you to add a credit card while creating your account, it WILL NOT be charged until you add the classes and confirm your registration!)

Note: This is not an NYC DOE program

Sessions may be canceled and participants' money refunded if there is not enough interest.

Basic Training FAQs

What is Basic Training?

Gotham's Basic Training is dedicated to training and developing roller derby skaters at all skill levels. Our mission is to provide a fun, safe, and competitive environment for all who participate.

What gear do I need?

All participants are required to wear the following protective gear and cannot be on the track with any missing items:

Helmet
Wrist guards
Elbow pads
Kneepads
Mouth guard
4-wheel (quad) roller skates
Athletic sneakers

Bring a big water bottle and come dressed in athletic clothing.

Do I have to purchase insurance?

Yes. Participants must purchase WFTDA (Women’s Flat Track Derby Association) insurance, a high deductible supplemental insurance policy that is specifically for roller derby skaters, before the first day of class. The cost is $75. We recommend that you purchase insurance after registering for classes because our classes frequently sell out. Both Gotham and the WFTDA strongly recommend that skaters carry their own primary health insurance in addition to WFTDA insurance. For more information, read the WFTDA insurance FAQs. Any other questions? Contact basictraining@ggrd.nyc.

Who can join?

Gotham Basic Training is the place for anyone interested in learning the sport of roller derby, trying out for a derby league, interested in being a referee, or just working on your skating and roller derby skills for overall fitness and fun. All skill levels are welcome!

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