Minnesota Frostbite Fall 2025 Session, Ages 10-17*
*age as of 9/1/25
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***REGISTRATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH THURSDAY 9/28/25 AT 2PM***
First, please read up on our Skater Handbook! Whether you're new or returning to Frostbite, we'd love your input to provide the information up front that is most helpful!
Required Equipment
Participants **MUST** have signed waivers and obtain all required gear to wear while rollerskating in our venue, no exceptions:
- Roller skates (no blades / in-lines)
- Dual-certified helmet (see our helmet guidelines)
- Thick foam-cushioned knee pads with hard shells (skaters will fall on these a lot regardless of skill level)
- Elbow pads with hard shell
- Wrist guards with hard plastic protection
- Fitted & molded mouthguard
Our booster club, Minnesota Frostboosters, maintains an equipment library for active participants to borrow gear with a partially-refundable deposit.
- To confirm availability in the sizes you need, be sure to ask in advance.
- At the first practice of each session, there will be an opportunity to get fitted and "check out" equipment from the Frostboosters library.
- If a skater forgets their gear at home for a practice or game, there may NOT be a backup option available. Skaters/accompanying adults should check that they have ALL gear before leaving home.
Additionally, for practices or games, athletes will need:
- Non-glass, sealable water bottle - please label with skater's name!
- Clothing that allows full range of athletic movement
- No dangly/hoop jewelry or other potential safety hazards
- Athletic shoes (occasional for practices, and always for games)
Practice Details
*** A PARENT / LEGAL GUARDIAN NEEDS TO ATTEND THEIR SKATER'S FIRST PRACTICE OF THE SESSION ***
The first practices of Fall Session is Thursday, September 18th, 6:00-7:30pm, and Sunday, September 21st, 2:00-3:45pm, in the Roy Wilkins Auditorium.
What to expect at that first practice:
- Introductions
& FAQ
- Review practice expectations & code of conduct
- Verify registration materials completed
& check for appropriate safety equipment
- Skaters may get fitted for & borrow equipment from Frostboosters library
...Then:
- Participants: Gear check & time to skate (with full safety gear), assuming time allows
- Parents/Guardians: Introduction to Frostboosters
Practices are typically held in the Roy Wilkins Auditorium, RiverCentre Exhibit Halls, or RiverCentre Meeting Rooms located in downtown St Paul (175 Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, MN 55102). If we don't have space on a regular practice day, we may make alternate plans, though not guaranteed.
Announcements with upcoming practices/events will be emailed weekly, and we are exploring an optimal calendar reminder system (i.e. Google Calendar or other). Last-minute reminders and updates may be sent via Slack. Practice dates may be further subject to change due to weather, space availability, etc.
Season Overview
Practices for ages 10-17* are scheduled Sunday 2:00-3:45pm and Thursday 6:00-7:30pm.
Thursday end time MIGHT be extended to 7:45pm around mid/late-winter - this will be announced if/when updated.
- Fall Session: September 18th through mid-December
- Winter Session: mid-January through mid-April
- Spring Session: Depending on our game scheduling and postseason plans, eligible skaters may continue through sometime in May/June/July. In 2026, we'd likely wrap up before July, if not sooner.
Generally, either a social event or skating mixer/competitive game -- in lieu of a Frostbite practice -- is planned for the Sundays after MNRD adult bouts, during a session in progress.
Post-bout Sundays in 2025-2026: Oct 19th, Nov 23rd, Jan 18th, Feb 15th, March 29th, April 26th.
Skill Levels and Placement for Ages 10-17*
IMPORTANT NOTE: Skaters do not self-select their skill level, nor do they automatically progress upon completion of a session or even full season. There will be periodic assessments for skill level placement / progression, or at coaches' discretion aligned with JRDA Skill Level Assessments. Everyone starts their roller derby journey at a different place, and learns at a different pace! Coaches support the skaters, provide feedback, and help celebrate successes along the way!
- Intro: Learn basic skills and how derby works, before being able to play non-contact derby.
- Level 1: Basic skills for non-contact derby
- Level 2: Intermediate skills for light contact derby
- Level 3: Advanced skills for full contact derby
Attendance Expectations
It is not required to attend all days to participate; however, we ask that you notify us if a registered skater will miss more than 2 or 3 consecutive practices.
For Frostbites who intend to play in competitive games, we expect at least 50% practice attendance. This is important for building team cohesion, skills proficiency, and safety to create the most fun, rewarding team sport experience for everyone!
Costs
If participation costs present a barrier/hardship, MNRD will work with families to help make these great experiences accessible to everyone. You may request a fees accommodation request when filling out the Skater Information Form or by emailing frostbite@mnrollerderby.com, and choose the corresponding "ticket type" below.
Additional costs for uniforms, travel, etc. may apply. MNRD is volunteer-run and skater owned and operated. We all contribute resources and energy to make this awesome sport happen!
Minnesota Frostboosters, the newly formed 501(c)3 booster club helps defray costs of gear, uniforms, travel, etc., and contributes to strengthening Minnesota Frostbite. And they need family members' involvement to make cool stuff happen!
We are SO VERY excited to have you skate with us! Please direct any questions to frostbite@mnrollerderby.com. Thank you!
***FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO COMPLETE REGISTRATION ***
STEP 1: Be in the loop
A parent/guardian **MUST** reliably receive information via email (long-form announcements) **AND** Frostbite Slack workspace (shorter-form quick updates, and more).
STEP 2: Review policies. By completing registration, participants & family members acknowledge and agree to all program policies linked in the "MN Frostbite Policies" subfolder of MN Frostbite Program Information.
STEP 3: Skater Information Form & e-sign documents
A parent/guardian **MUST** complete this Skater Information Form **AND** e-sign the documents sent by email (waivers, media release, and code of conduct). This needs to be done ONLY ONCE within each annual season (starting on/after each September 1st... in other words, if this was completed for a skater for Fall Session, it doesn't need to be done again for the Winter Session that follows).
STEP 4: Pay registration fees
Proceed through this Eventzilla site to finalize payment. if you're having problems connected with PayPal, login to PayPal first, then once again open the Eventzilla link.
*** ANY PARTICIPANT'S REGISTRATION IS NOT BE CONSIDERED FINALIZED UNTIL STEPS 3 AND 4 HAVE BEEN COMPLETED ***
*** Please select only 1 ticket per participant, for the session indicated. Click the "Register Now" button to proceed. ***
