Wurtele Arena

Home to a full-sizes 85 ft x 200 ft ice surface, Wurtele Arena offers casual skate and family-friendly programs for both military and civilian community users. The facility operates seasonally, with ice available from September to April, and a dry floor from mid-May to mid-August, depending on annual scheduling.

MONTHLY DROP-IN SCHEDULE

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Weekly At-a-Glance

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

CASUAL SKATE

1. All Skaters are advised to wear CSA helmets, however, children 5+ must wear CSA approved helmets. Please be advised that bike helmets are not permitted - no exceptions; you will not be permitted to skate without proper helmets. 
2. Helmets for Adults are recommended.
3. There are no pucks allowed at any time, sticks are optional however no individual drills or aggressive skating is permitted.
4. Skating aids are available upon request.

SHINNY

Come practice skills and/or engage in scrimmage sessions with other users if desired. 

1. This program is available to Adults over the age of 18.
2. There are no restrictions on your ability.

Equipment Requirement:

1. All users must wear appropriate protective equipment which includes full gear, CSA approved full face protection and a CSA approved neck guard please note, half visors are not permitted.  
2. Goalies are encouraged to wear neck shields when participating in these sessions. 

*See arena staff if any more information is required.       

PARENTS & KIDS STICKS AND PUCKS 

A family skate where parents and children 13 and under can practice their hockey skating and stick handling skills together.

1. There are no nets and the puck is to remain on the ice during play time. No shooting is permitted during this program.
2. No games are to be organized during this program.

Equipment Requirement:

1. CSA approved Helmet with face shield for children 13 and under (Bike helmets not permitted - no exceptions; you will not be permitted to skate without proper helmets)  
2. Neck guard, Stick, Gloves are required. Adults CSA Hockey helmets are mandatory with sticks and gloves.

DROP-IN FEE:

• Free for Regular/ Ordinary/ Associate Members with current paid gym membership.

• Drop-in fees apply for all others.

PLEASE NOTE: There are no skate rentals, no skate sharpening and no concession available.