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{{Infobox sport governing body | {{Infobox sport governing body | ||
|name = Roller Skating Federation of India | |name = Roller Skating Federation of India | ||
|abbrev = RSFI | |abbrev = RSFI | ||
|logo = | |logo = ISLOGO.png | ||
|logosize = | |logosize = 250px | ||
|sport = [[Roller Sports]] | |sport = [[Roller Sports]] | ||
|category = SKATES | |category = SKATES | ||
|image = | |image = | ||
|caption = | |caption = | ||
|jurisdiction = | |jurisdiction = [[India]] | ||
|membership = 19 State/UT associations<ref name="Members"/> | |membership = 19 State/UT associations<ref name="Members"/> | ||
|founded = {{Start date and age|df=yes| | |founded = {{Start date and age|df=yes|1965}} | ||
|aff = [[World Skate]]<ref name = "World Skate">{{cite web |title=Skateboarding & Roller Sports - National Federations |url=http://www.worldskate.org/about/organisation/national-federations/anagraficas.html |website=Worldskate |accessdate=31 July 2018}}</ref> | |aff = [[World Skate]]<ref name = "World Skate">{{cite web |title=Skateboarding & Roller Sports - National Federations |url=http://www.worldskate.org/about/organisation/national-federations/anagraficas.html |website=Worldskate |accessdate=31 July 2018}}</ref> | ||
|affdate = 1971 | |affdate = 1971 | ||
|region = [[Confederation of Asian Roller Sports]] (CARS) | |region = [[Confederation of Asian Roller Sports]] (CARS) | ||
|regionyear = 1978 | |regionyear = 1978 | ||
|headquarters = | |headquarters = [[Shastri Nagar]], [[North Delhi]]<ref name = "World Skate"/> | ||
|president = Tulsi Ram Agarwal | |president = Tulsi Ram Agarwal | ||
|secretary = | |secretary = Dr Bhagirath Kumar Dadhich<ref>{{cite web |title=Contact Us |url=https://indiaskate.com/office-bearers/ }}</ref> | ||
|coach = | |coach = | ||
|womenscoach = | |womenscoach = | ||
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|operating income = | |operating income = | ||
|sponsor = | |sponsor = | ||
|url = http://www. | |url = http://www.indiaskate.com | ||
|countryflag = IND | |countryflag = IND | ||
|more = | |more = | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''Roller Skating Federation of India (RSFI)''' is the national [[governing body]] for [[roller sports]] in India. The RSFI was established in 1955 | The '''Roller Skating Federation of India (RSFI)''' is the national [[governing body]] for [[roller sports]] in India. The RSFI was established in 1955 and has been affiliated with the [[Fédération Internationale de Roller Sports]] (now [[World Skate]]) since 1971. The RSFI was a founder member of the [[Confederation of Asian Roller Sports|Confederation Asian Roller Sports]] (CARS) in 1978. The Federation was officially recognized by the Union [[Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports]] in September 1990, and was subsequently recognized by the [[Indian Olympic Association]].<ref name="About RSFI">{{cite web |title=About Roller Skating Federation of India |url=http://www.rollersportsindia.org/About%20RSFI.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120214041346/http://www.rollersportsindia.org/About%20RSFI.htm |url-status=usurped |archive-date=14 February 2012 |website=Roller Skating Federation of India |accessdate=31 July 2018}}</ref> | ||
The RSFI holds the annual National Roller Sports Championships | The RSFI holds the annual National Roller Sports Championships for males and females. Effective 1 January 2025, the Roller Skating Federation of India (RSFI) revised its age-group classifications for athlete registration and competitions. The updated categories include: Tots: 6–8 years, Minis: 8–10 years, Cadet: 10–12 years, Sub-Junior: 12–15 years, Junior: 15–18 years, Senior: 18 years and above, Masters: 35 years and above<ref>{{Cite web |date=January 1, 2025 |title=Implementation of New Age Groups Effective from January 1, 2025 |url=https://indiaskate.com/fwd-implementation-of-new-age-groups-effective-from-january-1-2025/ |website=India Skate - Roller Skating Federation of India}}</ref> in the disciplines of artistic skating, speed skating, inline freestyle, roller freestyle, roller hockey, inline hockey, inline downhill, inline alpine, skateboarding and roller derby.<ref name="About RSFI"/> | ||
Nineteen state and union territory associations are affiliated | Nineteen state and union territory associations are affiliated with the RSFI.<ref name="Members">{{cite web |title=State/U.T Associations |url=http://www.rollersportsindia.org/State%20ut.htm |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120213075919/http://www.rollersportsindia.org/State%20ut.htm |url-status=usurped |archive-date=13 February 2012 |website=Roller Skating Federation of India |accessdate=31 July 2018}}</ref> | ||
In July 2017, the RSFI announced that it was planning to introduce a professional roller sports league along the lines of the [[Indian Premier League]], [[Pro Kabaddi]], and the [[Pro Wrestling League]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Roller Skating Federation planning IPL-like league |url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/chandigarh/roller-skating-federation-planning-ipl-like-league/440882.html |website=The Tribune Chandigarh |accessdate=31 July 2018}}</ref> | In July 2017, the RSFI announced that it was planning to introduce a professional roller sports league along the lines of the [[Indian Premier League]], [[Pro Kabaddi]], and the [[Pro Wrestling League]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Roller Skating Federation planning IPL-like league |url=https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/chandigarh/roller-skating-federation-planning-ipl-like-league/440882.html |website=The Tribune Chandigarh |accessdate=31 July 2018}}</ref> | ||
Latest revision as of 11:29, 11 December 2025
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| Sport | Roller Sports |
|---|---|
| Category | SKATES |
| Jurisdiction | India |
| Membership | 19 State/UT associations[1] |
| Abbreviation | RSFI |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Affiliation | World Skate[2] |
| Affiliation date | 1971 |
| Regional affiliation | Confederation of Asian Roller Sports (CARS) |
| Affiliation date | 1978 |
| Headquarters | Shastri Nagar, North Delhi[2] |
| President | Tulsi Ram Agarwal |
| Secretary | Dr Bhagirath Kumar Dadhich[3] |
| Official website | |
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The Roller Skating Federation of India (RSFI) is the national governing body for roller sports in India. The RSFI was established in 1955 and has been affiliated with the Fédération Internationale de Roller Sports (now World Skate) since 1971. The RSFI was a founder member of the Confederation Asian Roller Sports (CARS) in 1978. The Federation was officially recognized by the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in September 1990, and was subsequently recognized by the Indian Olympic Association.[4]
The RSFI holds the annual National Roller Sports Championships for males and females. Effective 1 January 2025, the Roller Skating Federation of India (RSFI) revised its age-group classifications for athlete registration and competitions. The updated categories include: Tots: 6–8 years, Minis: 8–10 years, Cadet: 10–12 years, Sub-Junior: 12–15 years, Junior: 15–18 years, Senior: 18 years and above, Masters: 35 years and above[5] in the disciplines of artistic skating, speed skating, inline freestyle, roller freestyle, roller hockey, inline hockey, inline downhill, inline alpine, skateboarding and roller derby.[4]
Nineteen state and union territory associations are affiliated with the RSFI.[1]
In July 2017, the RSFI announced that it was planning to introduce a professional roller sports league along the lines of the Indian Premier League, Pro Kabaddi, and the Pro Wrestling League.[6]
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "State/U.T Associations". Roller Skating Federation of India. Archived from the original on 13 February 2012. Retrieved 31 July 2018.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Skateboarding & Roller Sports - National Federations". Worldskate. Retrieved 31 July 2018.
- ↑ "Contact Us".
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "About Roller Skating Federation of India". Roller Skating Federation of India. Archived from the original on 14 February 2012. Retrieved 31 July 2018.
- ↑ "Implementation of New Age Groups Effective from January 1, 2025". India Skate - Roller Skating Federation of India. 1 January 2025.
- ↑ "Roller Skating Federation planning IPL-like league". The Tribune Chandigarh. Retrieved 31 July 2018.