This Is Roller Derby

A 2011 Documentary focusing on Roller Derby and what it does for the women involved.

[@MrPeacelover423]

underrated sport, sadly. Saw it first in the movie 'Whip it'

[@callisto2761]

this isn't roller derby, the movie at least somewhat showed roller derby how it should be. this shit is whack though.

[@maririos8783]

Well it's shit living in America as nobody knows what Lacrosse or Rugby is

[@cyberspice3598]

Amused by all the emasculated men who have to show how hard they are by being homophobic and misogynistic. Dudes if you were true men you'd be happy with your sexuality and not need to comment...

[@grahammatthew4044]

That looks mint, and although I'm male and would love a cracking at it I genuinely think there would be something lacking if guys were to start doing it in large numbers. Im proud that there is such an individual sport that is competitive but not corrupted by sponsorship, egos and fellas. Love it!!

[@JupitorPluto]

This is insanely cool :D Honestly, i think girl's should keep this sport, it's so unique!

[@projecttyphoid]

Aw, this footage is so old it still has two-whistle starts in it. Bless.

[@gabbyarevalo1591]

I'd love to try this sport, I'm still in high school at the moment. But I have this urge for it kinda like I did when I wanted to try out for wrestling. Being a 5ft 106 pound girl on a high school wrestling team (nothing but guys, and 40 pounds heavier than me) is the best & toughest experience in my life so far. Hopefully derby will be the same.

[@VeroniqueVex911]

How do I know if I should join in on roller derby?I really want to but at the same time, i still question myself. I like to know a lot about it and think hard about things before I do them.

[@MoJoRollerDerbySkater]

great video! this has been a deciding factor in whether I wanted to try derby! I definitely want to!! Thanks for the great info.

[@krummakiza]

[@christinawatts7808]

@ jerry. Violence does sell but it is not like wrestling. Maybe if you got track and took a hit you would have a different point of view. Don't knock something that is real unless you have been hit and play. other than that you are ignorant

[@RainbowUnicornPoops]

I'm 15, just received my skates through mail and me and some friends are currently working with the local team to set up an under 18's roller derby team. We're looking to start practice in a few weeks now! Can't wait!!

[@BltchonaBroom]

OMG I love this footage (two reasons) 1. It's a very good representation of Roller Derby 2. It had my team in it Manchester Roller Derby Well done Sam, big thumbs up :D BitchonabrooM MRD x

[@ArtisticallyNeuroQueer11]

My mom is just starting roller derby this year, she is very good.. When she did her laps she did 25 in a shorter time than the coach. Also her first bout is on December 12th, so excited! the coach is deciding to start to train her to be a jammer and I am so proud of her!

[@samwillet]

you've got my permission - just as long as you're aware that it features copyrighted music.

[@CaptainNicBlake]

I play men's roller derby and since I started in 2010 I have lost over 70 pounds.

[@RainbowUnicornPoops]

Depends where you live really. I know that junior/under 18's teams exist out here in the UK, you just have to find one! It's not limited to over 18's only.

[@mariahhillman6556]

I just started on a roller derby team and I love it. Now my daughter is doing it too!!!

[@stimela1000]

Just do it. you'll do fresh meat at first, where they teach you the skills to play. you'll get a feel for it and whether it's something you'll enjoy as you go along.

[@onceuponaburger]

this looks like soooo much fun :)

[@liquidgee13]

Thanks. It's a cool tune.

[@LivingInHawaiiWithTeamLally]

Very informative! You guys did a great job putting all the pieces together of who, what and why Roller Derby!

[@DriveCancelDC]

Lighten up. and your remark about adjectives not being insults makes no sense, just because it's an adjective doesn't mean it can't be used as an insult. The comparison is futile.

[@alicerockerboy]

Where are all the elbows, clotheslines, and women being thrown over the rail to the floor. Violence sells. Maybe if you tried some, you'd sell out arenas instead of gyms.

[@nikkiHRG12]

i'm learning to play for the hamilton new zealand derby team the "Hellmiton Roller Ghouls." its true what these ladys and men say. you do feel free to express your true self you become more confident. i'm still at high school .... lol i'm one of them goodish quiet one but once i get my skates on i'm loud,strong,still caring (only 4 my team of course =D), can take some really good falls. i've been taken out by other skaters. b4 i would've sat there moping but now i'm up almost as soon as i hit d

[@RainbowUnicornPoops]

Contact your local team and say you're interested in setting up a junior/under 18's team! That's what I did at the start of the year and me and a few friends are going and watching their practices every week and every joining in now and then! Once we've got enough interest, the team are ecstatic about having one of the very few junior teams in the UK!

[@liquidgee13]

What's the name of the tune and artist featured at the beginning of this wonderful clip?

[@ProfHighKick]

I actually love roller derby. It's crazy because when watching it on youtube it looks like nothing, but when watching it live people are really into it. Not to mention the hits are CRAZY.

[@liquidgee13]

What's the name of the tune that plays at the start of this? Anyone know please?

[@PDP6]

Roller Derby started in the 1930's - that 'Black Dahlia' clearly doesn't know what she's talking about.

[@luvaddictXO]

this is incredibly enlightening and entertaining to watch! i just recently joined a team and am learning everything i possibly can right now :]

[@RyanHellyer]

Thanks for the video. I'm thinking of becoming a roller derby referee. This was a nice insight into what I'm signing up for :)

[@spunkternal]

Awesome sport! Never seen it before. I hope my town gets a team so i can go watch. Some of the girls in this were stunning too!

[@DriveCancelDC]

I've never seen so many lesbians in one room. I'm kidding. Please don't kill me.

[@karriesueduffett4762]

just search for roller derby in NY. . . . there are several teams all over the state!!!

[@thedogdayzzareover]

I'm trying out for my local team this weekend. I'm so excited! CAN NOT WAIT!

[@nineinchpencils]

Oh, I sense that some pretty roller girl told you ''In your dreams'' haha...

[@Skadi2k3]

When did the tripods start to appear? Was that due to a rule change?

[@mummy22barnett]

Try doing splits on skates... I can do it it is easy😝

[@baillielolmsp7745]

Yeah I can do it to. it takes practice

[@angelakidd3462]

I just joined and so happy i did.. this was so inspiring.. Thank you!

[@nikkiHRG12]

ground. GO SUPPORT UR LOCAL TEAM. JOIN IF U LIKE. WE DNT BIT MUCH LOL

[@stimela1000]

Hmm, I skate in her league. I'm SO going to point out this comment to her!

[@cincincincin]

I would love to love this sport, but I just don't get it :(

[@detailsbybilltravel]

Nice job on the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@alicerockerboy]

Flat track sucks and always will.

[@lovelylilyy100]

I want to join a team. But i'm only 13 :(

[@eNd30ty]

20.. bcoz eitght(teen) is teenager...

[@liquidgee13]

Thank you.

[@lilithxlethe]

Mogwai - How To Be A Werewolf

[@joe84ca]

mogwai- how to be a werewolf

[@BenderBendingRodriguezz]

weird way to make a sandwich

[@projecttyphoid]

Srs face is srs @ 04:43.

[@66Heinkel]

black dahlia? really? :O

[@shadowdinoxd7811]

I love roller derby

[@VivaLaBud]

How do I join a team in New York?

[@skinhead5]

Why the flat track?

[@isla1111111111y733u4]

You can only start when ur 18 my mum does it

[@lilycruz5469]

Mogwai 💕

[@rollerderbyMRD]

LOVE it. Thanks for letting us be a part of this. Anyone thinking about starting roller derby should definitely watch, and everyone else too!

[@CCRollergirls]

AWESOMES!

[@h4rb1ng3r]

AWESOME!

[@animefreakpip]

Ninja.

[@keniatorres]

S2

[@o0dekker0o]

Nice doc, what is tune at the end ?

[@archieprinter3555]

"Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others" by The Smiths (from "The Queen is Dead" album.)

[@felixflux]

diagnosis mauler is FIT!

[@RickeyMoore]

What is the song at 22: with the wah wah pedal??

[@o0dekker0o]

The circuits seem pretty small compared to the 50's, I guess there are no purpose built ones nowdays.

[@lcar4000]

I like it, generally, but I do wish the banked tracks could be brought back.

[@rayasher3580]

No. This is stroller derby.

[@billyblais]

This is ridiculous. Some future truckers in this video.

[@vihaze6725]

Girl at 9:37 kinda looks like Dita Von Teese

[@themotownboy1]

This is not real Roller Derby...Real Roller Derby is skated on a banked track.

[@callisto2761]

and they beat the piss out of each other. this shit is fucking lame wannabe derby.

[@MutantHaydon]

Looks dull.

[@SecretOfMonkeyIsland784]

Looks like a tamed down version of Roller Hockey.

[@Sldejo]

Ill pass.

[@Reinecouturia]

Oooh how can they see where to go?! I'd be smashing into everything!

[@Reinecouturia]

Sure does, but roller derby girls are just awesome like that!