Skating Program Descriptions

• Public Skate

  Recreational ice skating for all ages. Children ages seven and under must be accompanied on the ice by an adult wearing skates. Children ages 12 and under are required to wear a helmet; helmets are strongly recommended for youth and adults. No sticks or pucks are permitted.

  Brock, Sandman and Valleyview arena are accessible for patrons who require the of use wheelchairs on the ice during public skating sessions. Helmets are mandatory for both the person using the wheelchair and any attendants. Attendants must also wear skates on the ice surface.

• Preschool Only

  This program is recreational ice skating for children ages 6 and under. The parent/caregiver is required to accompany and supervise the child on the ice and wear skate. Helmets are mandatory for children and strongly recommended for the parent/caregiver. Skate staff will be on site.

• Family Only

  This program is recreational ice skating for families only (children 12 and under). Helmets are required for children and strongly recommended for adults. No sticks or pucks. The parent/guardian must wear skates and accompany child(ren) on the ice. Skate staff will be on site.

• Adult Only (19+)

  This program is recreational ice skating for adults only. No sticks and pucks; helmets are strongly recommended. Skate staff will be on site.

• Seniors Only

  This program is recreational ice skating for seniors only. Skate at your own risk. No sticks or pucks; helmets are strongly recommended. Skate staff will be on site.

• Family Stick, Puck, and Ring

  For children ages 12 and under to play with their adult guardians. All participants are required to wear a helmet. Children must be accompanied on the ice by an adult. Please bring your own stick and puck. No goalies, slap shots, or scrimmages are permitted. The program is monitored by Skate Patrol. Maximum of 30 participants.

• Stick, Puck, and Ring (13+ years)

  For players 13 years and older. All participants are required to wear a helmet and gloves. Bring your own stick and puck. No goalies, slap shots, or scrimmages are permitted. The program is monitored by Skate Patrol. Maximum of 30 participants.

• Beginner Adult Hockey (18+ years)

  Beginner Adult (18+) Drop-in Hockey. This program is geared towards players with a novice or beginner skill level. Self-organized, non-contact program; full gear and helmets are mandatory. The program is not monitored by Skate Patrol. Players are expected to officiate themselves. Maximum of 30 participants. A waiver must be signed prior to entering the program.

• Intermediate Adult Drop-in Hockey (18+ years)

  This program is geared towards those with an intermediate and above skill level.  Self-organized, non-contact program; full gear and helmets are mandatory. The program is not monitored by Skate Patrol. Players are expected to officiate themselves. Maximum of 30 participants. A waiver must be signed prior to entering the program. 

  *Please note that while this program is geared to a more experienced player, this remains a recreational hockey program and all players on the ice, regardless of level, must feel safe and included in the game.

• Senior (55+) Drop-in Hockey

  This program is for seniors. This is a self-organized, non-contact program; full gear and helmets are mandatory. The program is not monitored by Skate Patrol. Players are expected to officiate themselves. Maximum of 30 participants. A waiver must be signed prior to entering the program.