The gear for that is requried for roller derby includes; Skates(quads preferably), wrist guards, elbow and knee pads and a helmet, these can provided when you first start. The 'Fresh meat' will be taught basic skills such as knee slides, ways to fall safely, and stride, the skills will be use to get to the next star. This star system goes to the red star once completed the star system they may offically 'bout' or play a match.