Photo Credit to Mark Young
The Ames Roller Derby League consists of one all genders inclusive team named Skunk River Riot, which is a registered not-for-profit 501c3 organization. We hope to have more teams in the future!
OUR LEAGUE
MISSION
The mission and purpose of the Ames Roller Derby Association is to:
Facilitate and promote the development and continuation of the roller derby sport within and around the Ames community.
Create a community and space where people of diverse backgrounds feel empowered, affirmed, and accepted.
CONTACT
Email: amesrda@gmail.com
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BENEFITS
Our league benefits both the team and our surrounding community by:
Creating a community of players where people can gain positive self-development skills including team-building skills, the ability to try out something new, relationship-building, a sense of challenge, and increased social interaction.
Contributing to the development of healthy communities by offering a space where people can improve the physical aspects of their health including improved strength, balance, and endurance and also the mental aspects of their health including increased self-confidence, self-love, enjoyment, and fun; developing and sustaining a positive body image; developing a sense of belonging; and stress relief.
Giving back to the community by creating family-friendly events through our bouts.
