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Community Outreach / Support Local

Derby United believes it is very important to give back to the community that is so supportive of our organization. Do you have a community event you think would be a good fit for Derby United? Contact pr@derbyunited.com to share the details of your event.

Previous Community Outreach Events

  • Blockers for Knockers
  • Blood Drives
  • Breast Intentions
  • Derby Dolls Have Heart
  • Derby Dolls Support Local Athletics
  • Dolls and Celebs Mingle for a Great Cause
  • IndieFest
  • Making Strides against Breast Cancer
  • New Day 5K
  • North Park Festival of Arts
  • Rock N Roll Marathon
  • San Diego Derby Dolls Lead the Way
  • San Diego Mardi Gras
  • San Diego Pride Parade (Annual Appearance)
  • San Diego St. Patrick’s Day (Annual Appearance)
  • Toy Drive for Rady’s Children’s Hospital

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Wait until you see what we have in store for you. Wait until you see what we have in store for you. Check back tomorrow for a progress report 😎 #dontjustwishforit #dontjustwishforitworkforit #improvement #somethingnew #iloveaproject
This could be you! Learning all the things from @d This could be you! Learning all the things from @dirtydeborahharry Sign up right now if you want that to a reality! Registration now open. Link in bio.
All three of Dirty's classes are now listed with f All three of Dirty's classes are now listed with full details on our schedule.  There is something for every skill level and two brand new workshop offerings.  Registration opens at NOON TODAY and will sell out extremely quickly so be ready to register. As soon as it is full, the registration will show as closed. Links in bio.  9:30a-10:30a Session 1: Wax On, Wax Off w/ Dirty Deb Beginner Adult 16+ This beginner class covers striding, stopping, turning around, and skating backward. These essential skills are taught in a step-by-step fashion with an emphasis on linking the common elements, of each movement, to create skating flow. 11:00a-12:00p Session 2: Backfield in Motion w/ Dirty Deb All Levels Adult 16+ Backward skating is LIFE! Take this class and learn how to skate backward roll-by-roll. This workshop is open to skaters of all levels with a beginner focus but plenty of juicy nuggets for intermediate skaters who want to improve their backwards motion. This class covers everything from correct body posture to "march & roll" all the way through "crosspulls". Be prepared to learn and laugh. 12:30p-1:30p Session 3: Jump On It! w/ Dirty Deb Intermediate Adult 16+ Think you can't jump? Think again. It is all about technique!  Come to this class and learn how to jump in a pressure-free, fun environment! We go step-by-step from bunny hops to 360s all while emphasizing correct body posture, movement, and LANDING! Plan on leaving the class with a renewed sense of confidence! Intermediate prerequisite: In order to participate in this class, you must be a strong forward and backward skater and have confidence skating on one foot in both directions. Follow all of Dirty Deb's adventures @dirtydeborahharry 📷: @mel_and_tim_photography #dirtydeb #dirtydeborahharry #dirtyschoolofskate #rollerskaters #skatingwokshops #happyplace #derbyunited
Black History Month is coming to an end, but we ar Black History Month is coming to an end, but we aren’t gunna stop sharing the stories of incredible black skaters. We see you Derrick, Preshous, Roxy, Hvzel, Dre, Kristi, Cat, Tay and countless others not in a post this month. Black history matters. Black skaters matter. Black contributions matter. Black experiences matter. We see you and we love you and appreciate you. Black contributions on the roller skating styles we do, the music we listen to, the styles we express and the entire influence on the roller skate culture is immeasurable. Calling all roller skaters, black history is your history. Black contributions have shaped and enabled your experience. We’re getting keep sharing, elevating and introducing you to our friends who need to be amplified. Our black skaters, brown skaters, LatinX skaters, Asian, middle eastern, queer skaters. Our community ties us all together and we all gain volumes from one another. There’s no room for marginalization in our house. Follow the amazing stories of all these skaters featured here: @derrickpernell @ohhsopreshous @sweethazelroxy1 @hvzel_j @dresosuave @krissydubz @queerandtined #blackhistorymonth #bhm #blackhistory #blackskaters #blackrollerskaters #blackexcellence #blackexperience #blackbrilliance #blackbeauty #blackgirlmagic #blacklivesmatter #blackculture #derbyunited
🚨REGISTRATION 🚨FOR DIRTY DEB’S NEXT CLASS 🚨REGISTRATION 🚨FOR DIRTY DEB’S NEXT CLASS IS TOMORROW AT NOON. Classes will be held Saturday March 13th. Her last classes sold out in 15 minutes. These new offerings may sell out even faster so plan to be at your puter at noon ready to rock. We will post links to IG bio link tree and FB. 9:30 Wax On Wax Off - Beginner 11a Backwards - All Levels 12:30p Jumps - Intermediate All class descriptions coming tomorrow. This is just a heads up on registration for all our regular followers.
What’s a dip? Dipping is a technique of backwa What’s a dip? Dipping is a technique of backwards lunging on skates. Often employed when smooth gliding to slow, saucy R&B jams. This roller skate move is done by jam and rhythm skaters at every rink in the nation. Wanna work on your dip? Hit up @hvzel_j ‘s workshop on March 6th. She is a dip master. Link in bio. 📷: @sunny.__.lee #dip #dips #dipmaster #rollerskater #rollerskating #jamskating #danceskating #rhtyhmskating #derbyunited
📣📣📣 GUESS WHO’S COMING BACK?!?! DJ Wa 📣📣📣 GUESS WHO’S COMING BACK?!?! DJ Wayne D and the SK8 Pop team is coming back on March 6th. Registration is open now. Yer not gunna want to miss this special 3hr session with this incredible DJ and the best Sk8 production team in the biz. This will be a sold out event in no time so go register right now or you will miss out. Not only will their be a bangin session BUT also Jaz and Hvzel from the Sk8 Popup team will be breaking it down for you in the morning so you can show out that night. The breakdowns of Slow Walk and Dips from these masters of their craft coming your way. See linktree in bio or our online schedule for registration info. As always, masks required over the nose and mouth at all times. Advanced registration required. No walk ups or walk ins. Follow the whole team here: @thesk8popup @djwayned10 @slow_mo_kitchen @mz_nobsnodrama88 @hvzel_j #thesk8popup #sk8popup #ubettapopup #sk8lyfe #rollerskaters #rollerskating #productionteam #skateproduction #rollerskateparty #derbyunited
We continue to share the stories of black skaters We continue to share the stories of black skaters here in our community throughout this month and will continue to do so into the future. Today, meet Monae. “I started skating in Laurel, MD, on the East Coast. I had most of my Birthday patties there. My mom started the trend with my 11th bday. It means the world to me to be a black skater. It means being different until the rest of the world says you’re cool. I’m not new to this I’m true to this. I’ve been here and will always be here. Being a black women skating means working hard bringing art to life, creating a vibe and aspiring others to do the same. WITH ALL THE SASS I CAN. For me, personally my connection to skating is the music. I visualize this pink light that covers me and I dance with it and covered by it. I’m invisible to only those who need to see me. When I look back over my journey, there have been so many times I haven’t felt safe and skating has always been my safe place. Black history month to me is a moment to recognize how black culture, specifically our style, influences, all aspects of what makes America Great!” Thank you Monae for sharing your story with us. And for all the love and knowledge you bring to our space on the daily. You can join Monae for Rhythm & Vibe class every Wednesday night. Follow her at @sweetz_monae #blackhistorymonth #bhm #blackskatersmatter #blackedexcellence #blackgirlmagic #womenwhoinspire #derbyunited
Look who ended up on the San Diego Tourism Authori Look who ended up on the San Diego Tourism Authority’s website?! Thanks @sandiegotourismauthority
Very common question: WHERE DO YOU LEARN ALL THOSE Very common question: WHERE DO YOU LEARN ALL THOSE SUPER HOT DANCE MOVES? Answer: Emily’s class every Tuesday night 7-8p. If you don’t know this woman yet then you surely haven’t spend enough time at DU. She is our Tuesday night Intermediate Dance Skate instructor and a regular at sessions and special events. Her footwork is incredible and she breaks it down for us every Tuesday night. Skaters always leave with something that they can incorporate into their own vibe and style. From on the move, middle work, technique, and choreo, Tuesday nights are where it is at. Intermediate for this class means you are very comfortable with forwards and backwards skating. Removal of toe stops HIGHLY RECOMMENDED for this class. Masks and ressie always required. Follow her at @oops.rupes 📷: @mel_and_tim_photography #danceskate #rhythmskating #jamskate #skateinstructor #thiswomanisamazing #toework #toespins
The Skate Nugget crew with a few downtown variatio The Skate Nugget crew with a few downtown variations for ya. Some toesies along with the Sweet N Sour variation. What’s the Monday and Tuesday night session scene? Looks a lot like this. @jlimstagram @oops.rupes @donnatank 🎥: @stupidsexy.flanders #rollerskaters #rollerskating #choreography #skatechoreography #downtown #downtownvariations #sweetnsour #skatenuggets
The pandemic is hard. The daily struggle is real. The pandemic is hard. The daily struggle is real. Moments like these help us cope. Our physical, mental and emotional health all continue to need our daily attention. Some days skating with friends helps. For some of us, re-upping that feeling daily on this smooth concrete pad is how we continue to plow forward. Thank you @djrasko876 for providing the reggae vibes. Thank you @mel_and_tim_photography for capturing these beautiful moments. 🛼🙏🏽 🇯🇲 @sarah_haywood @rrrrick @oops.rupes @leoafrika @marisdu #rollerskate #rollerskating #rollerskates #rolleeskaters #skatedance #skatedancing #danceskate #danceskating #downtown #downtowning #downtowningwithfriends #reggae #reggaenight #derbyunited
Some out of town guests joining us out on the floo Some out of town guests joining us out on the floor this afternoon for matinee. Yer along way from Mar Vista 😝💙🛼 Thanks for making the stop. @absoluteplus_ @feelndominus @isabelle.ringer @sweet_daddy_skates @dancekelseydance #derbyunited #skatefam #rollerskatecommunity #rollerskaters
Danny in the house with these poppin’ new Jordan Danny in the house with these poppin’ new Jordan’s for matinee session today. 🤩 #customskates #airjordan #derbyunited
Derrick out here showing the good people the slow Derrick out here showing the good people the slow walk. #derbyunited #slowwalk #derrickpernell
Meet Baby Skates. He’ll be handing out rentals Meet Baby Skates. He’ll be handing out rentals all night 🥰 Mom: @adizzle_22 Babysitter: @sweetz_monae #babyskates #childlabor #imnothismom #hecute
Had the best morning with these beautiful people r Had the best morning with these beautiful people right here. Thank you @kusinews and Kacey for making us a part of your morning. @carolee_skater @isabelle.ringer @kaceymckinnontv @derrickpernell #morningshow #kusi #kusinews #rollerskaters #skateinstructors
Rise and shine! @kusinews is in the house. Welcom Rise and shine! @kusinews is in the house. Welcome @kaceymckinnontv !!! We’re gunna get her on skates this morning. Check us out on Channel 9 or 51 here in SD.
The weekend begins on Thursday at DU. Come get bu The weekend begins on Thursday at DU. Come get busy under the lights tonight. DJ Danny will be spinning your fav dance floor mixes from Gossip. Be here with us tonight for Out at the Rink 8-10p. Masks and reservations required. Space still available. #outattherink #derbyunited #rollerskates #rollerskating
Weekend event photos are up on our Flickr thanks t Weekend event photos are up on our Flickr thanks to Sunny Lee @sunny.__.lee and Melanie Powers @mel_and_tim_photography These two women are absolutely incredible and so generously share their talents with us and all the folks who skate here. Thank you Sunny and Melanie. We appreciate you so much!🙏🏽💕 If you came to the Dirty Deb @dirtydeborahharry 9:30a or 11a or the Valentine’s Skate Date, go take a peak. Link in bio.
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