In operation from 2009 until early 2019, the Apprentice Program served to onboard new member leagues into the WFTDA.

[1] In July 2009, the WFTDA announced its new apprentice program for aspiring member leagues that replaced its traditional membership application process.

Upon completion of the program, apprentice leagues will have the knowledge (and the recommendations) needed to apply for full WFTDA membership.

[2] In November 2009 the WFTDA opened for worldwide membership and the London Rollergirls became the first league outside North America to join as apprentice members.

[3] In June 2010, the WFTDA announced the first round of Apprentice league graduates, and formed two new regions outside of the United States.