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Cleland Ice & Inline Skating Rinks

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This facility offers year-round skating, not only as a form of exercise, but as an affordable and constructive family leisure activity. It is the only ice rink within a 60-mile radius that provides year-round ice skating. This facility has a comprehensive ice skating program, to include open skating, group and private lessons, figure skating clubs, parties (schools, units and special interest groups) and private ice rental. This facility is easily accessible for both military and civilian patrons, as we are open to the public.

Cleland Ice Rink Virtual Tour (on Flickr)

Cleland Ice Rink Google Calendar

Public Ice Skating Hours & Prices

Public Ice Skating Rules (.pdf)

Days/Times

Cost Per Session

Monday, 11:30am-1:30pm $8 admission (includes skates)
Tuesday, 

3:00pm-5:00pm

$8 admission (includes skates)
Wednesday, 11:30am-1:30pm $8 admission (includes skates)
Thursday No public skate
Friday, 11:30am-1:30pm $8 admission (includes skates)
Friday, 7:30pm-10:00pm $10 admission (includes skates)
Saturday,

2:00pm-4:30pm

6:30pm-9:00pm

$10 admission (includes skates)
Sunday, 2:00pm-4:30pm $10 admission (includes skates)

 

  • Children ages 5 and under: $5 admission (includes skates)

  • Public weekday group rate (10+): $6

  • Public weekend group rate (10+): $8 

  • Public 10 punch pass: $75

  • Skate helper rental: $5

  • Skate helper rental (10+): $3 

Group and Private Lessons

 

Learn-To-Skate Group Lessons

Learn-To-Skate classes are coached by highly skilled, qualified and certified instructors through Learn to Skate USA, providing a superior service in a group setting where kids can connect with their peers and improve their skating abilities.

View detailed information about Learn-To-Skate Group Lessons including pricing, dates/times and more.

 

Private Figure Skating Lessons

Private Figure Skating Lessons available for all age groups. Instructors are professional Learn to Skate USA (LTSUSA) certified instructors and are full members of the Professional Skaters Association (PSA). Prices for Private Skate Lessons do not include ice time, Freestyle sessions are an additional $14 per hour. Contact us to register for lessons.  

  • Private Lessons
    • $18/15 minutes
    • $24/20 minutes
    • $36/30 minutes
    • $54/45 minutes
    • $72/60 minutes
  • Semi-Private Lessons (2 skaters max, price per skater):
    • $27/30 minute semi-private lesson
    • $54/60 minute semi-private lesson
  • Semi-Private Lessons (3 skaters max, price per skater):
    • $18/30 minute semi-private lesson
    • $36/60 minute semi-private lesson
Freestyle Sessions

Freestyle sessions do not include lessons with an instructor. Additional charges apply for instructor.

    Practice schedule (day/time)
    • Monday: 2:30-5 pm
    • Wednesday - Thursday: 2:30-5:45 pm
    • Friday: 2:30-4:30 pm and 5:30-6:30 pm
    • Sunday: 5:30-7:30 pm
  • Cost
    • $15/hour drop-in freestyle session (no punch pass required)
    • $100/10 hour freestyle punch pass
Open Hockey

All Open Hockey times are subject to change due to ice rentals, please view our Google Calendar for schedule updates.

Skate & Shoot

Skate & Shoot sessions are available for hockey players of all ages and levels to work on their fundamental skills. Full equipment is required. Open hockey times are subject to change. Please call for further information.

  • Cost: $15 per person/session
  • Children ages 8 and under must be with an adult.
  • View our Google Calendar for schedule.

Adult Stick Times (must be at least 18 years old)

Youth Stick Times (open to ages 4-17 years old)

Alternate Team Building Options (Broomball)

Looking for something different to do for team building? Consider Broomball at Cleland Ice Rink for a fun and exhilarating alternative team building option. Broomball focuses on unit cohesion, physical fitness and resiliency.

Broomball is conducted during the following days/hours:

  • Monday - Friday, 6:30-7:30 am and 7:30-8:30 am. Custom scheduling is available upon request.

Cost

  • $120 per hour (session) - gear provided
  • Recycling vouchers and unit funds accepted
Birthday Parties

General Information

  • Families may bring food and decorations as long as it does not alter the surface of the room/walls/ice.
  • All birthday parties must be scheduled during public skate sessions.
  • Families may arrive 30 minutes early for set up. We ask that the room be left in the same condition found to avoid additional fees.

 

Single room

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$150 for a single room. The single room party package includes free skate admission for the birthday boy or girl plus 10 skaters. All others skate at the regular price for that day. The single room holds 25 people.


Double room

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$300 for a double room. The double room party package includes free skate admission for the birthday boy or girl plus 20 skaters. All others skate at the regular price for that day. The double room holds 50 people.

Inline Skating Rink

Hours of Operation:

  • Spring/Summer: (April - September): Monday - Sunday, 10 am - 8 pm
  • Fall/Winter: (October - March): Monday - Sunday, 10 am - 6 pm

The primary focus of the inline skating rink operation is to offer a safe and fun environment for recreational, unsupervised inline skating, during posted hours of operation.

The inline skating rink is open to the public. Cleland does not provide skates.

Important Information

  • Helmets are required when on skates.
  • Use of the inline skating facility is at your own risk, skating sessions are unsupervised. 
  • Facility may be closed at the discretion of management for adverse weather conditions.

Additional Hours

Private inline skating rink rentals are available for an hourly rate for any unit or corporate function. These hours are based on availability and are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. Call for reservations.

Additional Facility Closure Information
Facility may be closed for private events, adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances that determine the use of the facility to be unsafe or inoperable.

Skateboard Park

Hours of Operation:

  • Spring/Summer: (April - September): Monday - Sunday, 10 am - 8 pm
  • Fall/Winter: (October - March): Monday - Sunday, 10 am - 6 pm

Photos of the skateboard park

The skateboard park offers a safe and fun environment for recreational, unsupervised skate boarding, during posted hours of operation.

The skateboard park is open to the pubic.

Important Information

  • Helmets are required when skating.
  • BMX bikes are not allowed in the skateboard park.
  • Use of the skateboard park facility is at your own risk, skating sessions are unsupervised.
  • Facility may be closed at the discretion of management for adverse weather conditions. 

Additional Hours

Private skateboard park rentals are available for an hourly rate for any unit or corporate function. These hours are based on availability and are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. Call for reservations. 

Additional Facility Closure Information

Facility may be closed for private events, adverse weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances that determine the use of the facility to be unsafe or inoperable. 

Additional Programs and Services

* All private ice and/or group rentals must have a rental agreement signed and on file at Cleland Ice Rink with the appropriate deposit made in order to confirm any and all requested scheduled bookings.

Coaches Wanted

Cleland Ice Rink is recruiting for figure skating and hockey coaches. We are looking for certified Instructors for diverse programs that include Learn-To-Skate and Skate & Shoot Programs. Must meet program list of qualifications and pass background checks.

For more information please stop by or call us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to visit the ice rink, inline rink and skateboard park? 

Cleland Ice & Inline Skating Rinks are open to the public.

What programs are offered at the Ice Rink, Inline Rink and Skateboard Park?

  • Learn-To-Skate
  • Figure skating lessons
  • Public skating
  • Adult hockey
  • Stick times
  • Broomball (alternative PT option)
  • Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ) programs
  • Inline rink and skateboard park are open for customer walk-on use, no programs are offered at this time

Do you have an inline skating rink?

Our state of the art outdoor inline skating rink is open year round for the skater enthusiast to practice their skills. Helmets, knee and elbow pads are mandatory. Only inline skate users are allowed in the rink.

Does the ice rink offer lessons for kids who want to learn how to skate?

The ice rink offers both, group and private lessons for ages 4 years and above. Our Learn-To-Skate program is offered 1 night a week and lasts for 6 weeks. Private lessons are scheduled on an individual basis for children and adults.

Do you have lockers?

Yes. We rent lockers for $1. Cleland Ice Rink is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please leave valuables in your locked vehicle.

Does the facility offer a full youth ice hockey program?

Cape Fear Youth Hockey is the current hockey program here. Email secretary@capefearhockey.com if interested.

Do you offer areas for birthday parties, unit functions and other social events?

Areas in the rinks can be reserved for group functions. We offer birthday party and unit function packages. Reservations are encouraged due to high demand. 

Does the facility offer an outdoor skateboard park?

Yes. The state of the art concrete skateboard park is now open! Helmets, knee and elbow pads are mandatory. Bikes are not allowed in the skateboard park.

Do you offer skate rentals?

We offer rental skates (hockey and figure skates) during the scheduled Public Skate sessions at the ice skating rink.

What form of payment does Cleland Ice Rink accept?

We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Cash or Check.

What size rental skates do you have?

We carry youth size 6 through adult size 15.

I’m planning a birthday party at Cleland Ice Rink, am I allowed to bring in outside food?

Yes. We encourage it as we do not have a snack bar.

How cold is it in your facility?

We are an indoor ice rink, and our lobby and bleacher area is about 55 degrees. Expect for the temperature to be around 45 degrees on the ice surface.

What attire should be worn?

We recommend long pants, gloves and a jacket. Some skaters also prefer to wear scarves, hats, etc.

Does the rink close if there is bad weather?

Yes, the rink will close only when the base closes in the event of extreme weather conditions.

Do you sharpen skates?

Yes, we have a Blademaster sharpening machine. We do not sharpen skates on demand, please expect to leave them overnight.

Am I allowed to wear shoes on the ice?

No! Only skates are permitted on the ice – no pushing strollers, wheelchairs or carrying children while skating.

Can I bring/wear my own skates?

Yes. However, admission prices will remain the same.

Are alcoholic beverages permitted?

No. Alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited.

Is the ice rink available for private rental?

Absolutely! Times will vary, but rental spaces are available all year long.

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