Arena & Skating

The Meridian Community Centre is home to two NHL sized rinks and programs and events for all ages and skill levels. Public skating, adult learn to skate, stick and puck, men's shinny, women's shinny, women's learn to play hockey, and more are offered throughout the year.

*Programming schedule subject to change. Please note that all ice programs are subject to a standard 50 minute hour to allow time for a flood.

Beginner Learn to Skate

It's never too late to learn to skate! Learn various skills involving moving forward and backward, gliding, stopping, turning and developing endurance during this instructor-led program 

January 15- February 19 | 6 Weeks | Thursday 1:30-2:15 pm | $52.00 


Level 2 Learn to Skate

This is for adult skaters who already have basic skating skills and are confident on the ice (can skate without the use of the boards or a skate aid). Skaters will work on perfecting the skills of forward, backwards, stopping, turning and skating on 1 foot. Skaters may or may not have been in this program previously to join.

January 15- February 19 | 6 Weeks | Thursday 2:15-3:00 pm | $52.00


CSA approved helmet is REQUIRED. Please be advised that we do not loan helmets at this time. This program is 18+.

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It's never too late to Power Skate!  This program will focus on balance, control and agility skills including components of power and speed. 

*All Participants must be able to skate forwards and backwards* 

18+ | Instructor-led | CSA approved helmet is REQUIRED

Please be advised that we do not loan helmets at this time. *Registration is required. 


Upcoming Sessions:

January 7, 14, 21 & February 11 | Wednesday 1:00-1:50pm

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Drop-in fee: $6 per person

Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required for children. Adults are required to wear a helmet, gloves and skates. Please bring own equipment including pucks. 


6-13 Stick & Puck
Monday 3:30 - 4:30 pm 

14+ Stick & Puck
Friday 2:15 - 3:15 pm 

60+ Stick & Puck
Monday 10:00-11:00 am
Thursday 10:30 - 11:30 am 


 Stick & Puck Rules:

  • Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required for children.

  • Adults are required to wear a helmet, gloves and skates.

  • Please bring own equipment including pucks.  

  • Maximum two children per adult
  • Parents or caregivers must be 18 years of age or older and are required to directly supervisor their child on the ice at all times
  • Slap shots and organized games or practices are not permitted
  • Profanity and improper behaviour is not be permitted
  • All accidents or injuries must be reported to arena staff members immediately
  • No headsets, cell phones, or handheld electronic devices permitted while skating
  • All participants must wear skates while on the ice surface

Fee: $6 (Goalies are free)

Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required 

Men's 18+ Shinny
Tuesday 9:00-10:00 am
Friday 9:00-10:00 am
Saturday 9:00-10:00pm

Men's 60+ Shinny
Tuesday 10:00-11:00 am
Friday 10:00 - 11:00 am 

This hour is solely for figure skating practice. Skaters must provide their Skate Canada Number upon sign in. Children 12 years and under must be supervised on or off ice by an adult.


Drop-in Fee: $6 

Friday 3:15-4:15 pm

Drop-in Fee: $6 (Goalies are free)
Combo Fee (with Women's Skills & Drills): $10.00
Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required.  


Monday 10:45-11:45 am
Thursday 9:45-10:45 am

Improve women’s hockey skills in a fun, positive and inclusive environment. The focus will be on skating, puck handling and shooting skills and will include group work.

Full equipment including a CSA approved helmet is required. Full hockey equipment is required (including CSA approved helmet and hockey stick)


Monday 9:45-10:45am

Drop-in Fee: $6 | Combine your Skills & Drills experience with shinny. Monday combo is $10 per session.

Public Skating

• Skate in the direction of all skaters • Listen and adhere to the ice patrol  • All participants must be wearing skates • Helmets are strongly recommended • No food or drink  • No horseplay, games or excessive speed  • No carrying children  • No items which may interfere with the safety of others

PD Day Skates:January 16, 2026 - 2:00-4:00 pm
February 13, 2026 - 2:00-4:00 pm
June 5, 2026 - 2:00-4:00 pm

Winter Break Skates:

December 29, 2025 - 12:30-2:00 pm
December 30, 2025 - 11:00 am-1:00 pm
January 2, 2026 - 2:00-3:30 pm

Sponsored Free Skates:

Saturday, December 27th 7:30- 9:00pm : Sponsored by Fenwick Fire Station #2 
Monday, December 29th 12:30 - 2:00pm : Sponsored by Tim Horton's Fonthill
Sunday, January 4th from 1:00 – 2:30pm : Sponsored by Pelham Winterfest www.pelham.ca/winterfest 

Please check back for sponsored skate dates! Interested in sponsoring a public skate? Please contact 905-732-7891 to learn more.


March Break Skates:

March 16, 2026 - 11:00 am-12:00 pm
March 18, 2026 - 11:15 am-12:15 pm
March 20, 2026 - 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Sponsored Free Skates:

Monday, December 29th 12:30 - 2:00pm : Sponsored by Tim Horton's Fonthill
Saturday, December 27th 7:30-9:00pm : Sponsored by Fenwick Fire Station #2 

Please check back for sponsored skate dates! Interested in sponsoring a public skate? Please contact 905-732-7891 to learn more.


Thank you to the community partners and businesses who provide the support to offer free public skates.

Interested in sponsoring a public skate? Please contact 905-732-7891 to learn more.

Group Date/Time & Location
Adult Only Skate

Monday 2:00 - 3:00pm | Duliban Insurance Arena
Thursday 12:30- 1:30pm | Accipiter Arena

Parent & Preschool Skate

Tuesday 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Duliban Insurance Arena
Thursday 9:30-10:30am | Duliban Insurance Arena

Public Skate (All Ages)

 

Saturdays 7:30 - 9:00 pm | Duliban Insurance Arena

Sunday 1:00 - 2:30 pm | Duliban Insurance Arena

Please check pelham.ca/cancellations for any changes or cancellations.

 

2026 User Fee & Charges

 

The Town of Pelham user fee and charges ensure that services specific to individuals are not subsidized by all ratepayers within the Town of Pelham. 

Renting Ice

Host skating parties, tournaments and more with ice rentals in the Town's arena. The ice surface can be booked for private rentals when available. 

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