Helsinki Roller Derby is proud to announce today that it has been accepted as an “Apprentice” affiliate of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association, the governing body for women’s amateur flat track roller derby.

As an Apprentice affiliate of the WFTDA, Helsinki Roller Derby joins the ranks of more than 100 all-female, skater-owned-and-operated leagues worldwide that have united to lead the growing sport of women’s flat track roller derby.

WFTDA apprentice leagues are matched with veteran member leagues who guide them in the processes and requirements necessary to become a full member of the Association.  Additionally, the mentor offers advice and information related to the management and development of the apprentice league.  WFTDA Apprentice leagues are considered “pre-members” of the WFTDA and have access to many of the resources and benefits of full WFTDA membership.

Read more about the WFTDA Apprentice Membership Program and its new additions! Congratulations to one and all from Helsinki Roller Derby!
The WFTDA accepted 15 new leagues in July 2011, bringing the total to 72 women’s flat track roller derby leagues now enrolled in WFTDA Apprenticeship.