Arti Chokehold

How did you come up with your derby name and number?
I had a difficult time finding my derby name, until my derby wife (Wong Wei) suggested it to me and i loved it! Since there are always multiple Rachel’s running around, Arti was one of my nickname as a kid. 818 is for August 18th, 2009, that one’s for me.

How long have you been skating?
I started doing derby in november 2009, but have enjoyed roller skating ever since I was a kid.

What derby related injuries, if any, have you had?
Bruises, bruises and more bruises! My favorite one so far was in the shape of a wheel on my butt.

What is your favorite off-skates workout?
Rowing, walking, bikram yoga, bicycling and dance. None of which I do enough of.

How has derby improved your life?
Derby reminds me how strong I am, and how I need to continually challenge myself.

What do you do with your time, other than derby?
I work, hang out with my puppy and help my husband run his nano brewery.

What do you like most about Roller Derby?
I like that it’s a sport for everybody, it’s so versatile in it’s demands that it appeals as something new to each person who plays. It’s also super fun to watch.

What makes you happy?
Crisp summer mornings, sleeping puppies and clean pj’s.

What is your favorite color?
brown.

What is your beverage of choice?
It varies with the weather, but I’d take a cup of coffee almost anytime.