Arenas and Walking Tracks

Public Skate

This free drop-in program is open to all skaters, general arena rules apply. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended. For safety reasons please skate with the flow of other skaters. The use of skating aids is not permitted for this program.

Childs Hockey Skate

This is an opportunity for children to develop hockey skills. Please note that hockey sticks will be permitted on the ice surface for this program. This skating session is for children up to and in Grade 3.

• All participants must be in skates
• All participants must be supervised by a parent/guardian on the ice
• Wearing CSA-approved helmets is mandatory
• Facemasks are mandatory for anyone under 18 years of age
• It is recommended that all participants wear full hockey equipment

Adult Skate

This is an opportunity for lap skating and is open to those 18 years and older. Wearing CSA-approved helmets is strongly recommended.

Shinny

This is an opportunity to participate in self-organized, non-contact hockey. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is mandatory. Facemasks are mandatory for anyone under 18 years of age.

• Adult Shinny – Open to participants 18 years and older;
• Teen Shinny – Open to participants in Grade 9 to 17 years old;
• Youth Shinny – Open to participants in Grades 4 to 8.

Open Figure Skate

Open to all figure skaters who are currently in, or have previously participated in, Skate Canada’s STARskate program. All skaters will be expected to be aware of others on the ice and maintain a safe environment for all. Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended.

Preschool Skate

This is an opportunity for adults to teach children how to skate. This skating session is for children up to and including Grade 3.

• All participants must be on skates
• All children must be supervised by a parent/guardian on the ice
• Wearing a CSA-approved helmet is strongly recommended
• Skating aids are permitted for this program
• No hockey sticks or figure skating allowed
• Chairs, sleds, strollers, and pylons are not permitted on the ice surface

These guidelines apply to all skating programs.

1. All participants – must respect and abide by posted signs and cooperate with arena staff. Rules are modelled after Ontario Recreation Facilities Association Inc. Public Skating Guidelines (Sept. 2018).
2. Parents/Guardians – must be within sight and control of their children. Do not leave children unattended.
3. Food & Beverage Consumption – is permitted in the arena lobby and spectator seating area only.
4. Games, Hockey Games, and Hockey Sticks – no games are to be played at any time that will endanger the safety and the enjoyment of others. This includes horseplay, hockey games, and the use of hockey sticks.
5. Keeping pace – maintain reasonable control of your speed, course and direction. Do not skate in groups. Do not stop where you obstruct other skaters. Accept responsibility for knowing the range of your ability while on skates; skate within the limit of that ability and as appropriate to the session in which you’re skating.
6. Shoes – ice skates required, no street shoes on ice.
7. Skating Aids – only permitted during the pre-school skate.
8. Wheelchair Sledges – wheelchairs and sledges are welcome. Individuals using these devices must travel in the same direction as other skaters. Attendants/helpers are welcome to assist however, they must wear skates or ice cleats on the ice surface.
9. Use of Helmets – helmets are strongly recommended.
10. Technology – headsets, cell phones, cameras, or other handheld electronic devices are not to be used while skating.
11. Carrying of infants/children – children must not be carried by any means (e.g. on shoulders, in arms, or any carrier, etc.) while on the ice.
12. Sitting on Boards – patrons may not sit on the rink boards at any time.
13. Figure Skating – figure skating manoeuvers are only permitted during open figure skate.
14. Chars, Sleds, Strollers and Pylons – are not permitted on the ice surface.

1. The walking track is for recreational users only.
2. No spectators are permitted on the track,
3. The walking track is available for use when the arena is open except when otherwise posted by Haldimand County.
4. Only clean walking and running shoes are to be worn on the walking track.
5. Walkers, joggers and runners share the same track, please be considerate to all track users.
6. All individuals must travel in the same direction and pass on the left. Slower users (including those with walkers or strollers) stay on the right.
7. Please do not travel in groups larger than two across.
8. No food or beverages will be permitted on the track.
9. Exercise apparatus or sports equipment not related to track use (i.e. skipping ropes, medicine balls, floor mats, hockey equipment, etc.) are not permitted to be used in the track area.
10. Children and youth teams using the track must be monitored by an adult.
11. Music selection is at the discretion of the Haldimand County Staff.
12. Haldimand County is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

These rules are for everyone’s safety and protection. Users shall adhere to the Public Conduct on Haldimand County Property Policy, anyone found in violation of these rules may be evicted from the facility and may be subject to prosecution.