Traverse City Roller Derby is a 501c3 nonprofit organization established to foster the growth of the full-contact sport of Roller Derby and skate competitively on a local, regional, national and international level, and whose mission it is to enrich its members’ lives through athleticism and leadership opportunities while educating the community about the sport of roller derby, actively volunteering and giving back to local, charitable organizations. As of 2024 we are an all gender league.

We are active in the Grand Traverse area volunteering and partnering with a variety of nonprofit organizations in our community. Traverse City Roller Derby home season is May-August with away bouts across the Midwest during spring and fall. If you haven’t had the pleasure of attending one of our thrilling bouts, you’ve been missing out! Roller derby is the fastest-growing sport in the nation. There are more than 1,500 leagues around the world, with over 29 right here in Michigan. Roller derby has evolved from the staged and unruly spectacle of the ‘70s to a well-rounded, strategically complex, family-friendly sport. But don’t worry, full-contact hits and high-speed action are still essential elements!