San Diego Derby United

SUNSET ROLLER PRIDE Thursday July 15th, 8-10p Adult 16+ with DJ Danny Presented by Sunset Roller Club... Open to the public by reservation. All participants required registration. $20 Event Admission includes entry and rental as well as a $5 donation to North County LGBTQ Resource Center. Sunset Roller Club is a diverse group of skaters from all over San Diego, CA. It began with a small group of friends who needed an outlet from the pandemic and has exploded into a huge inclusive community of skaters that are at every level. From themed skate parties to long cruises and local donation drives, SRC has now accepted the opportunity to collaborate with San Diego Derby United! The group is hosting this Pride Night Takeover, during the week of SD Pride, dubbed Sunset Roller Pride. Come skate with us as your most vibrant self! Tickets are going for $20 and $5 will be automatically donated to the North County LGBTQ Resource Center @nclgbtqresourcecenter GEAR SWAP FOR A CAUSE Bring some cash and check out our stash of new to lightly used skate gear! Take your pick of any item(s) and swap it for any dollar amount. We will also be raffling off an SRC basket full of goodies at the end of the night. Enter as many times for your chance to win! All proceeds from the Skate Swap and Raffle will go to the North County LGBTQ Resource Center. Event registration: tinyurl.com/SunsetRollerPride-DerbyUnited #sandiegopride #pride #sandiego #sunsetrollerclub #derbyunited #rollerskaters #lgbt #lgbtq #gayskater #queerskater #nonbinaryskater #allskaterswelcome #allhumanswelcome #love #skatelove #skate

On Wednesday, we roll to the 80s. Join us tonight for this All Ages session from 8-10p with @betty_bangs Hit up our website calendar to register. #derbyunited #80s #80snight #neon #legwarmers

Meet Teresa, the newest member of the DU team! You’ll see her at the counter, on the floor and around the facility. Be sure to say hi and feel free to introduce yourself. Regulars, I’m looking at you And don’t worry, all your besties on staff aren’t going anywhere. You’ll see Kelly, Taffy and Isabelle just like always ... Welcome @tckoller92 #derbyunited #rollerrinkstaff #skaterental

Wanna learn to WOBBLE? Monae will be teaching the choreography tonight at Intermediate Rhythm & Vibe. Some of the incredible skaters featured here: @sweetz_monae @juststarah ... @itsmshawkins2u @derrickpernell #derbyunited #wobble #skatedance #danceskate

We’re back! Regular Tuesday schedule is on for today. 4p Learn/Return to Skate w/ @carolee_skater 5p Lil Rollers w/ @donnatank 6p Skate Skills Vol 2 (Transition, Backward, Crossover) w/ @donnatank ... 7p Intermediate Rhythm & Vibe (Wobble tonight!) w/ @sweetz_monae 8-10p R&B Open Session Adult 16+ w/ @misterhek Link in bio for our calendar and registration. See you tonight! #derbyunited #skate #rollerskater #rollerskating

Let's all come out for this one! See you on 7/11 at Mission Beach.

Summer time in San Diego can’t be beat. This beach bash was the perfect way to mark making into another summer! Thank you to all skaters who have helped keep us afloat this last year. Check out this snippet from the Derby United Appreciation Party. A big thank you beach bash to mark our one year anniversary since our pandemic reopening and the year we have spent in Recreational and Rhythm Skating with so many incredible San Diegans.

It is time to GLOW WITH THE FLOW. The last beginner party was such a huge success we’re going to do it again. Get out there and GLOW. Friday July 23 8-10p Please tag your friends. It always makes me sad when skaters say they never heard about it!

You told us you loved the beginner skate party. You asked for more. You got it! In less than three weeks we’re going to do it again. GLOW WITH THE FLOW Friday 7/23 8-10p... Link in bio. #derbyunited #beginnerskateparty #rollerskaters

GLOW WITH THE FLOW Beginner Neon Skater Party Adult 16+ Saturday 7/23 8-10p... Everyone loved the Beginner Skate Party last month so much that we are bringing it back again this month. This time as a Neon Glow Party! Beginner skaters only. Join us for this beginner session hosted by your favorite Learn/Return to Skate instructor, Carolee @carolee_skater . You’ll skate under the flashing lights to bumpin' beats while Carolee acts as your guide for the evening and special guest Rick @rrrrick sharing all the beginner dance moves. Especially tailored for our beginner skaters, come on out and GLOW WITH THE FLOW. Carolee will help with skate tips and some guided activities, as well as a chance to roll around the rink in an all-beginner environment. This is your time to own the space and keep it safe and comfortable for San Diego's beginner skaters. DJ Danny will be spinning a variety of music to bounce to including all your hip hop, pop and old school favs. Neon attire is encouraged to glow under the UV lights but not required. Bring on your neons, your glow-in-the-darks and anything that let's you glow. No spectators without an event registration. Special event reservations required. Does not use a punch card. Space is limited. Link in bio to register. #glowwiththeflow #beginnerskateparty #derbyunited

The fourth of the July can be a problematic celebration, one that is wrapped up in the celebration of stolen land and centuries of oppression. Today, we will use it as a chance to celebrate OUR AMERICA. The one that includes, makes space, creates, grows, and shares with its ever growing cultures and communities. The one the remembers, the one that acknowledges, the one the strives to improve and do better for every person it touches. In our America, it’s ok to feel bad an...d feel good on a day like today. It’s ok to remember and acknowledge the pain, the oppression, the suffering and ok to celebrate the best of who we are and who we can be. I know you have seen a zillion posts about our party this weekend, but that party is our America. Creating a safe space of love for all who choose to be a part of the unspoken contract of mutual respect and appreciation. We are every background, every age, every gender, every ethnicity and every race. This is our America. Happy 4th to you all. May it be filled with the love you need on this day.

When Jerry leads, we all follow. A huge thank you to this fixture in the SD skate community. Not only did he make us the perfect summer mixes for this Skater Appreciate Beach Bash, but he leads, he teaches and he brings the love to every person he meets. Thanks Jerry, for being who you are and all that you give to this community. : @mel_and_tim_photography ... #derbyunited #beachbash #summerkickoff #goldenhour #appreciationparty #gratitude

DJ Danny & DJ Betty Bangs kickin’ it under the rainbow. Everyone was asking where to get these amazingly photogenic floats. They are from @funboy check them out. I have a hunch this rainbow float will be showing up at some Pride parties in the coming weeks ... : @sunny.__.lee #derbyunited #dj #djs #rollerrinkdj #rainbow

What nights do we do this super amazing light show? TONIGHT!!! Thursday, Friday and Saturday Night Sessions, we turn out the flood lights and bust out the lasers. Tonight, OUT AT THE RINK with DJ Danny @djdandiego spins a bouncy, poppy HOUSE mix of some of your favorite dance floor Madonna, Prince and Britney classics. This is an inclusive safe space for all, especially our LGBTQ+ skaters. All skaters, all levels, all styles, all humans welcome. Masks and reservations required. Hit up our link in bio to the schedule to register to attend. No walk ups/walk ins.

Common Question: What should I wear? Answer: You do you boo. ... Q: Should I dress up? A: Sure! Q: Can I wear workout clothes? A: That works too. Q: Can I dress disco/80s/any era I associate with roller skating? A: Does it make you feel awesome? Then yes, definitely wear that! Q: Is there any kind of dress code? A: Cover your bits and pieces. You can wear anything to any night. Wear something that makes you feel happy, strong, empowered, or just throw on sweats and get down here to skate. You do you boo boo. #dresscode #derbyunited #youdoyou #youdoyouboo #youdoyoubooboo #expressyourself #fashion #rollerskatefashion

80’s Night WEDNESDAY NIGHT SESSION IS NOW 80S NIGHT! You asked for it, you got it. Wednesday night roll with the musical stylings of DJ Betty Bangs as she spins your favorite vinyl cuts from the 80s. Enjoy this throwback to a time 40 years ago with sounds from Madonna and Cyndi Lauper as well as Depeche Mode and Morrisey. This night will surely take you back to another time with the sound of a needle on a record and 8 wheels on your feet.... Masks and advanced reservations required. : @mel_and_tim_photography #bettybangs #vinyl #vinyldj #records #80s #1980s #80snight #derbyunited

Today, we continue on our journey honoring Black skaters in our local community throughout Black History Month. Today, meet John Newsome. "I started skating a couple times in my childhood with my older sister and family at church events. It was only a couple times, but those memories were very warm and fun for me which later led me to try it again when I was stationed in Everett, WA down at Lynnwood bowl and skate for about 2 years. That is when I gained a love for the 8's.... Skating always made me feel closer to my sister, another reason why I still skate so much today. When I moved back out here to SD that's when that love turned into a passion. Being a Black skater is to allow your voice to be heard without all the talking, but through the way you move. To relate, reach out, influence, and inspire others. I'm proud to be a Black Skater because it makes me feel closer and allows me to dive deeper in the history of the ones who came before me that skated professionally and for powerful reasons. The Skate culture in San Diego has always been present, but one thing I am thankful for is for the major boom that has revolved around Cali lately. It's introduced many individuals into the scene seeking to learn. I want to thank my friends and the OG's that have taught me what I know. It's an amazing feeling to start fresh with a group of skaters and watch their skate journey rise. Black history means alot to me. It's a time when there is more spotlight on our ancestors and the great things they've done to impact our lives today." John is an incredible skater and a kind and warm person. We are so lucky to have gotten to know him and will miss him dearly as he starts the next chapter of his career. Thank you for sharing your story with us, John. Wanna to help us send John off? He'll be at session tonight (Tuesday Night Hip Hop 8-10p) one last time before he heads off the East Coast. Join us tonight on the rink and let's give him a proper send off. #blackhistorymonth #bhm #blackrollerskaters #blackskaters #blackskatersmatter #tellyourstory #amplify #amplifyblackvoices #luckytoknowyou #wellmissyou #safetravels #nextchapter #sendoff #derbyunited

Need to move that body today? Shake off your case of the Mondays and join us out on the rink. There are spaces available in all our offerings today. 4p Matinee Session All Ages 6p Learn/Return to Skate - Beginner 16+ 7p Skate Skills Vol 2 (Backwards, crossovers, transitions) - Beginner 16+... 8p Night Session Funk, Disco, Breaks w/ @misterhek See more

Spooky Halloween birthdays are where it’s at. Happy birthday Mareeh Claire!

These angels are wishing Maxine a very happy birthday! #rollerskates #rollerskatebirthday #birthdayparty #birthday #derbyunited

There are few greater joys than roller skating with your kid. #motherdaughter #rollerskates #rentalskates #rollerskatebirthday #derbyunited

Last night was fire af with @sweetz_monae and the @skatenslayqueens. Check our their Pack Lite routine at the Skate N Slay workshop last night. #fireaf #skatenslay #catchavibe #skatedance #danceskate #vibeskate #packlite

#dasaucechallenge morning dance group led by @becks4music #dancechallenge #jermainedupri #derbyunited #skatedance

Letting the good times roll for Melanie’s birthday today.

Only three spots left for tonight’s workshop with @sweetz_monae and the @skatenslayqueens Head to the calendar page on our website and register RIGHT NOW if you want one of those spots.

A magical collab with Jerry and dance skaters from around San Diego. Keep your out for the release of Da Sauce challenge from @becks4music #jerrybeck #dasaucechallenge #derbyunited #danceskate #sandiego

Mail your ballot! Not yer skates. In all seriousness, the state recommends that all California voters have their ballot in the mail by Tuesday. Make it a priority. Also, hot tip, though it needs no postage, a postage stamp makes it go straight to first class mail instead of bulk sorting, possibly insuring a more timely delivery. ... YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE. MAKE IT A PRIORITY. Bring it to your local post office ASAP and have your voice heard. #yourvoteisyourvoice #mailinballot #skaterwhovotes #rollerskate #ballot #firstclassmail #votebymail #2020election

San Diego Roller Skaters- Come roll tomorrow night and have a spooky time with other roller skaters out at Balboa Park. Don’t forget to give to the raffle to support SD Queer Black Housing & Kumeyaay Land. Tickets prices for raffle: ... 1 dll = 1 ticket Also Costume contest with a Prize basket!

You deserve joy! Grab your mask, make a ressie and let’s skate. You will feel times happier when you leave our place. Your mental and emotional health deserve your time and attention. This pandemic thing is tough. Endorphins help. Safe social interactions help. Fresh air helps. See you tonight. #outattherink #rollerskate #opensession #joy #derbyunited #sandiego

Grab your bestie, your partner, your homegirl or come on your own for Out at the Rink with DJ Danny @djdandiego. Roll Bounce to his house dance party set from 8-10p at Derby United on Federal Blvd. Masks and reservations required. Register online now. Spots still available. Only $10 and includes a skate rental. Will surely be sold out before 8p. #outattherink #lgbtq #pride #safespace #derbyunited

The kids want to skate! Bring them down for an All Ages evening session tonight 5-6:30p. $10 admission includes a rental. Register on our calendar at DerbyUnited.com