OUR MISSION
Charlotte Roller Derby empowers growth through the competitive sport of roller derby and engaging community activities that value inclusion and diversity.
CLTRD is a proud member of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA), the international governing body for the sport of women’s flat-track roller derby. The WFTDA sets standards for rules, seasons, and safety, and determines guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues.
Flat-track roller derby is a fast-paced, high-contact team sport that requires speed, strategy, and athleticism. Modern-day roller derby came to life in 2001 and has grown quickly. Learn how the game is played...
OUR VALUES
EMPOWERMENT
Building confidence by empowering individuals to be their truest selves.
PERSONAL GROWTH
Doing more than you thought possible with determination and perseverance.
INCLUSION
Providing a fun and safe environment that fosters tolerance and a diversity of values.
COMMUNITY
Enhancing the Charlotte community with fun, locally focused pursuits.
ATHLETICISM
Strengthening athletes mentally and physically through leadership and competition.
OUR HISTORY
2006 |
CLTRD, originally Charlotte Roller Girls, was established
2010 |
Accepted as an “Apprentice” affiliate of the WFTDA
2011 |
Becomes a fully-sanctioned member league of the WFTDA
2017 |
Receives 501(c)(3) Charitable Organization status
2018 |
Renamed and reformed as Charlotte Roller Derby to better reflect our inclusive values
2022 |
Dusted off our skates and beefed up the league with 25+ Bootcamp graduates
2023 |
BACK ON THE TRACK!
