Public skating sessions allow skaters of all ages and abilities a chance to enjoy a fun, healthy recreational activity. Whether you want to practice your skating skills or simply enjoy time with family or friends, we’ve got you covered!
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, sessions have capped attendance. Therefore, we allow walk-ups only if space is available. We highly encourage patrons to register in advance using our DASH system or you may be turned away when you arrive. This is generally more of an issue during winter weekend sessions.
Session Information and Cost
Public Skates
Public skating sessions offer recreational skating time for skaters of all ages and abilities. Sessions range from 60 to 90 minutes long, depending on the day and season. Due to the higher attendance limit, skate aids (walkers) are NOT allowed during general sessions.
Cost
- Weekend admission: $10. Rental skates are $3.
- Weekday admission: $7. Rental skates are included in admission fee.
Children ages 4 and under are free and do not need to register.
Family Skates
Family Skate provide a relaxed environment for families with young children and/or beginning skaters to skate in a less-crowded environment. Sessions have a lower attendance cap than regular skates to reduce crowding, and skate aids (walkers) ARE allowed.
Cost
- Weekend admission: $12. Rental skates are included in admission fee.
- Weekday admission: $7. Rental skates are included in admission fee.
All participants, regardless of age, must register and pay.
Senior Skates
These one-hour weekday morning sessions provide recreational ice time for skaters age 50 and older. Skate aids are available on request.
Cost
Admission: $6. Rental skates are included in the admission fee.
Tot Skates
These 45-minute sessions provide unstructured skating time for preschool-age children and their parent or caregivers. Little ones can gain confidence on the ice with the help of skate aids or hockey sticks, and attendance is limited to provide a welcoming atmosphere.
Cost
Admission: $6. Rental skates are included in the admission fee.
All skaters, regardless of age are charged. Helmets are required for children.
Homeschool Skate
Session is open to homeschool families in the Missoula Valley and surrounding areas.
Cost
Admission is $6 and includes rental skates. Skate aids are allowed.
Theme Skates and Special Events
Weekend theme skates are held as the schedule allows and feature themed music, lighting and on-ice activities. These sessions have a higher attendance limit than general sessions, so skate aids are NOT allowed during these sessions.
Cost
Admission: $13 or $15, depending on the event. Rental skates are included in the admission fee.
Children ages 4 and under are free.
Registration
- Create an account in DASH. You will need to create accounts for anyone you are registering (spouse/children). If you bring different people to skate, you can create a generic account (e.g., John Doe).
- Click on “drop-in events” on the left-hand menu.
- Search for the day/time of your desired session
- Click on the cart to check out.
Online registration for public programs opens one week prior to the start of the month (e.g., registration for December events opens November 24).
Use DASH to sign up for drop-in events or view the calendar
General Information
Check In
Please check in with staff upon arrival – either as you enter or at the skate shop. If the session is scheduled on the outdoor rink, please enter the rink directly from the parking lot. If the session is on the indoor rink, enter through the front doors
Rental Skates
We have nearly 300 pairs of hockey and figure skates for rent in a range of sizes from toddler size 8 to adult size 14. Rentals may be purchased in advance online and picked up from the skate shop. Staff will size skates appropriately based on patrons’ shoe size.
We do not rent skates for off-site use.
Attire
The indoor rink is generally 40-50 degrees and the outdoor rink can be cold. Be sure to wear long (thin) socks, gloves, and warm layers to ensure an enjoyable experience. Though not required, we highly recommend wearing a helmet (hockey, bike or ski helmets work).
Skate Aids
Skate aids (walkers) are NOT allowed during general public skating sessions. They ARE allowed during Family Skates and Parent/Tot skates. If you have a beginner or young skater who will need assistance, please come to one of these skating sessions.
Rules
Skaters are expected to abide by our Facility Policies and Public Program Rules as they are designed to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all rink users. All users participate at their own risk and must obey staff directions.
Cancellations and Refunds
If you need to cancel a public skate registration, please contact us at least two hours in advance of the session to receive a full refund. Cancellations within two hours of the session or no shows will not receive refunds.
Please include the full names of the people you are cancelling (spelling is helpful if leaving a voice message), your phone number, and the session name and date – e.g., John and Jane Smith, 6 pm public skate on December 1, 406-555-5555.
Refunds will be credited back to the credit card on file within 48 hours of the cancellation request.
