Become a Roller Skating Instructor

Thank you for your interest in joining the Society of Roller Skating Teachers of America (SRSTA) membership program, supported by the Roller Skating Association. Established in 1940, SRSTA comprises roller skating coaches and instructors across various skating disciplines, including basic roller skating skills, artistic, speed, and hockey. Our mission is to foster growth within each skating discipline, from nurturing beginners to coaching advanced skaters in national competitions.

​SRSTA members actively employ the RSA Achievement Program as a cornerstone training tool for athletes, aligning with competition requirements. This program fosters a non-competitive learning environment, promoting frequent skating, advancing skills through proper techniques, and offering comprehensive testing for all skaters, whether recreational or competitive.

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Benefits of Becoming an Instructor and/or Coach

The benefits of joining the RSA's SRSTA instructor and coaching memberships provides a variety of benefits that you won't find elsewhere including:

1. Recognition:

• Receive the prestigious "Sissy Award" for coaching a USARS National Champion annually.
• Earn Service Awards for continuous membership in 5-year increments.

2. Financial Incentives:

• Coaches earn $1 for each Achievement Program test conducted.

3. Communication:

• Stay informed with RSA Today weekly e-newsletters.
• Access the RSA Directory under Find a Rink
• Gain website access with provided credentials or by contacting [email protected].

4. Exemptions and Discounts:

• Member coaches serving as RSA judges are exempt from judge commission registration fees.
• Enjoy member rates at the RSA Convention & Trade Show.
• Access roller skating educational materials and clipart.

5. Scholarship Opportunities:

• Encourage graduating high school seniors of RSA members and affiliates to apply for Roller Skating Foundation scholarships.

6. Community Engagement:

• Participate in the Members Only SRSTA Facebook Group.
• Society of Roller Skating Teachers Association Facebook Group (for coaches and judges): https://www.facebook.com/groups/904085732936559
• American Artistic Roller Skating Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/528822358492005
• US Roller Speed Skating Group: https://www.facebook.com/usrollerspeedskating

​For assistance accessing these benefits, please contact Sharon McMahon, Director of Membership Services, at 317-347-2626 Ext. 108 or [email protected].

Membership dues: $40 annually. Due March 31.

become a learn to skate Instructor

Learn to Skate Instructor - (LTS)
This membership is geared to help promote skating classes and get students in the door. Yearly membership fee of $40. Check out the video below on how the process works to become a Learn to Skate Instructor. 

• Step 1: Download and complete the Application. 
• Step 2: Download the Study Guide
• Step 3: Watch the instruction Videos 
• Step 4: Download and complete the Exam and return to the RSA office. 

Become an artistic roller skating coach

Artistic Coaches Association (ACA)
This membership focuses on the artistic discipline of roller skating.  Coaches who focus on dance, figures and freestyle. Yearly membership fee of $40.

SRSTA Application

become a roller speed skating coach

Speed Coaches Association (SCA)
This membership focuses on the speed discipline of roller skating.  Coaches who focus on quad or inline speed. Yearly membership fee of $40.
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SRSTA Application

become a roller hockey coach

Roller Hockey Coaches Association - (RHCA)
This membership focuses on the Roller Hockey discipline of roller skating.  Coaches who focus on roller hockey. Yearly membership fee of $40.
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SRSTA Application