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COVID-19 Update: All Richmond Hill Arenas are closed to the public.

Indoor Recreational Public Skating

Please note that indoor recreational public skating is not currently operating.

NEW COVID-19 Public Skating Guidelines
Things you need to know before public skating:
  • Do not enter the facility if you feel unwell.
  • Skate times must be pre-booked online and there will be a daily admission fee per skate to be paid online prior to arrival. Walk-ins will not be accepted.
  • Spectators are not allowed at this time. Children 9 years of age and under are required to have a parent/guardian (at least 14 yrs. old) on the ice with them, children 10 years of age and older may skate alone.
  • Masks must be worn throughout the facility as well as on the ice while skating.
  • All skaters 5 years of age and younger are required to wear a CSA-approved helmet. Helmets are recommended for everyone.

What to expect upon arrive at the arena:

  • You will be required to line up in the designated area outside the arena entrance 5-10 minutes prior to your schedule skate time.
  • You will be greeted by a staff member who will verify your online reservation.
  • You will be asked to complete a self-assessment of COVID-19 symptoms.
  • There will be directional markers/signage to guide you.
  • Dressing rooms will not be available. Please come skate ready with everything but skates and helmets. Designated areas will be provided to put skates on.
  • Water fountains will not be available, please bring your own water bottle filled with water.
  • Physical distancing is required while skating. Keep a minimum of 2 metres distance between yourself and others who are not from the same household.

Recreational Skating Fees

Age group Single 10-visit punch card
Preschool (under 3) Free N/A
Child/Youth (3-15) $2.85 $25.65
Adults (16-64) $4.75 $42.75
Seniors (65+) $3.30 $29.90
Group* $11.55 $103.95

*Group admission is limited to a maximum of five patrons. Groups must have a minimum of one adult up to a maximum of two adults

Note: skate rental or skate sharpening services are not available at Richmond Hill facilities and arenas.

Rules

Skaters must follow our Recreational Skating Rules to make sure that everyone enjoys their time on the ice.

List of rules
  1. All participants must be wearing skates while on the ice surface.
  2. All patrons five and younger must wear a CSA-approved helmet (helmets are highly recommended for everyone).
  3. Skating aids and other equipment are not permitted on the ice during Recreational Skates. Exceptions may be made based on individual circumstances.
  4. Food and drink are not permitted on the ice surface.
  5. Strollers/chairs are not permitted on the ice.
  6. Carrying infants on the ice is not allowed.
  7. Skate with the direction of all skaters.
  8. No skating backwards.
  9. Recreational skates are for non-instructional use only. Conducting private lessons during these designated times is prohibited.
  10. Hockey drills are not permitted during public skates.
  11. No horseplay/games/foul language.
  12. Refrain from throwing objects on the ice.
  13. No headsets, cell phones or handheld electronic devices are to be used while skating.
  14. No sitting on the boards.
  15. No one is permitted on the ice during resurfacing. Please wait for the gates to be closed and skate patrol staff to be present.

Ice rentals

You can rent Richmond Hill arenas for birthday parties, skating parties or hockey games.

Find out more about ice rentals.

Outdoor skating

Richmond Hill has three natural spaces where you can enjoy outdoor skating in the winter. Outdoor skating areas include:

  • Mill Pond
  • Lake Wilcox
  • Crosby Park Rink
  • Richmond Green Skate Trail

Learn more about our outdoor skating opportunities.

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