Join our league: Bootcamp starts January 2026!
Des Moines Roller Derby is excited to welcome a new cohort of “cornbabies” to our team! Our 12-week program will teach you basic skating skills, how to stop and fall safely, and eventually how to hit and be hit in roller derby gameplay.
Bootcamp will be on Thursday nights, from 8pm to 10pm at Skateland Des Moines. We welcome all genders and all skill levels — no experience is required to join!
All-gender, flat track roller derby.
Des Moines Roller Derby is an all-gender flat track roller derby league. Founded in 2019, DMRD strives to be a welcoming environment for all skaters, officials and volunteers.
Thank you to our 2026 Season Sponsors!
Our Mission
Des Moines Roller Derby is committed to promoting athleticism and excellent sports conduct through competitive play of roller derby within our local community and beyond. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where all members of our league are treated with equality and respect, regardless of their socioeconomic background, religion/spirituality, race, sexual orientation, nationality, ability, ethnicity, or gender identity.
Empowered by the philosophy of "for the skater, by the skater," DMRD strives to give back to their community through participation in various outreach programs, charities, and fundraising.