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Rules (PDF Format) for Printing
To better understand the rules read the Game Overview.
Referee Hand Signals (PDF Format)
RD Drill #5 (also a game)
Drill #5 from our RD classes can be used as a very simple game. It's the best way for a skating rink to introduce Roller Dodge during a public session.
The Rules:
- If you are hit 'Out' you are not out of the game. However, you must drop any ball(s) in your hands, and then skate to wall/edge of the rink (behind you as you face the opponents). Touch the wall and then you may immediately return to the game.
- You are only out if you are hit by a ball somewhere besides the hands.
- Catching the ball has no effect. It does not send the thrower out as in traditional Dodge Ball.
- Dropping the ball has no effect. So long as the ball hits your hands before it contacts another part of your body, you are safe.
- For Drill #5, do not hog the balls. Throw the ball you have before you gather another. If you have more than one, drop the extra(s).
- For Drill #5, we will not keep score. Concentrate on learning to throw and dodge while skating.


Preparation Steps:
- Use the PA systen to announce that skaters are welcome to try a new game.
- Near one end of the skating rink, set up two lines of safety cones on either side of a no-skate safety zone (approx 5 feet wide).
- Set up a third line of safety cones to divide the red and blue zones.
- Ask skaters who want to play to meet at one end of the rink. Other skaters should not cross into the safety zone.
- Explain the rules. See above the diagram.
- Let players know when classes are scheduled or when they can play again.
- At least two sets (12 balls) is recommended so more people can throw at any one time.
- Use a referee or floor guard to help keep balls in the play zones.

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