‘Fresh Meat’ is the name given to new skaters in training, prior to graduating into one of our three league teams.  Training is usually done over 10 weeks, although this time-frame varies between individuals. 

Girls need to be 18 years of age to start and should ideally have some skating experience or similar.  Fresh meat is to teach skaters how to play derby, not to teach you how to skate, although we do understand that it can take some women time to find their feet.

Dates are not set for the next intake so If you are interested in joining us, please email us your details.

Fresh meat are provided with some basic training in skating, but focus will be on skills for the game of roller derby.  If you do not have any skating experience prior to this, get some skates and practice.   We stress that you will need to show some aptitude and commitment within the first few weeks to keep your place.  If you plan to join, or are newly commencing we suggest you skate as much as you can outside of training hours to get your skills up quickly.  Not everyone will make it through fresh meat, so give yourself the best chance of success.

If you plan on joining the league you are going to need to provide your own equipment.  Look at our skates and gear page for information on what you’ll need and where you can get it.

Hey Boys (and girls)!...  Interested in helping us out as an Official or Referee?

If you are interested in helping us out as a ref or an official (score keeper, penalty scorer etc) either on or off skates, we’d love to hear from you.   We are always looking for referees, score keepers and support staff.  Let us know if you want to be involved or come along to fresh meat training early to talk to us.  For more information on becoming a ref, email Mamma Shadow

Cowles Stadium is used for training pending the destruction of New Brighton Football Club in the earthquake.

When and Where:

Dates for 2011 are to be advised.  Email us your details.  The venue will be:

Cowles Stadium

210-220 Pages Rd

Wainoni, Christchurch

PLEASE NOTE: email us with your interest to reserve a spot in our next fresh meat intake.