Who We Are
Established in 2004, Bay Area Derby is a full-contact, gender-inclusive flat track roller derby league based in Oakland, California consisting of two home teams, a travel team, a B/C level team, skating and non-skating officials, and many dedicated volunteers. As proud members of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA), Bay Area Derby is a non-profit 501(c)(3), fully volunteer-driven, skater-owned-and operated-organization that gives back to the community that has supported it. To learn more about who we are please check out this article in the San Francisco Chronicle. If you’re interested in donating to our league, please see our PayPal page.
Our Values
Inclusivity.
We strive to create a league culture where people with varying identities, skills, and athletic ambitions feel welcome and safe. We believe diversity strengthens our league.
Equity.
We value everyone’s skills and contributions. We treat people fairly and provide resources that make BAD accessible for all. We prioritize the well-being of trans people, disabled people, and people of color in policy and practice.
Community.
We foster unity and mutual support among all league affiliates, regardless of role. We hold ourselves accountable to the larger communities to which BAD belong such as Oakland, local skating groups, and the international roller derby community. BAD operates within the traditional homelands of the Ramaytush and Chochenyo Ohlone; we recognize and support the self-determination and sovereignty of the Ohlone people.
Safety.
We treat each other with respect and empathy. We take microaggressions seriously and practice consent. We prioritize injury prevention and mental and physical health.
Democracy.
We involve and listen to all voices at every point in our decision-making processes and communicate decisions that affect the league with clarity and transparency. BAD belongs to all members equally.