The Breakwall Brawlers, a roller derby team in the Port Macquarie Roller Derby League have officially opened their recruiting for the year with the start of training nights.
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Prospective players can join the team training on Tuesday nights from 6.15pm to 8pm. There is also junior Skate Fit training for ages seven and up at Wauchope Indoor Stadium.
Club president Vanessa 'chopness monster' Copley said the uni-sex sport is great for fitness and fun.
"In 2011 a group of girls started skating at the netball courts in Port Macquarie and decided to start a roller derby team," she said.
"In 2013 they debuted in the Debutant Brawl. Since then the league has continued to thrive and last year our representative team the Breakwall Brawlers was undefeated.
"The Brawlers combined with Central West Roller Derby League to take out the Cataclysm champions in the 5x5 roller derby championships."
Skaters can also join the regional NSW team based in Wauchope, The Rural Raptors.
"I love roller derby because rollerskating is so much fun and you are getting fit and strong at the same time," said Copley.
"You're making new friends as well as being a part of such an amazing team. I love the teamwork and inclusive environment.
"The sport gives you a good adrenaline rush, it's great for core muscles and calf muscles but it's also great fun on the skates."
Prospective skaters can contact committee@pmrdl.com
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