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 Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink

Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink

The Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink provides an opportunity for ice skating enthusiasts to develop their skills and ice skating in a safe and managed environment.

 


Programs and Activities

  • Birthday Parties
  • Learn-To-Skate Programs
  • Stick Hockey
  • Ice Rental

Skaters at Walker Rink

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Public Skating Schedule

The ice skating rink season lasts from November 1st to March 30th.

Public Skating Hours
Monday 12 -1:30 pm
Wednesday 12 -1:30 pm
Friday 8 - 9:20 pm
Saturday 2:30 - 3:50 pm and 6 - 7:20 pm
Sunday 2:30 - 3:50 pm and 6 - 7:20 pm

 

Extra Public Skating Sessions 2009-2010 Season
Thanksgiving Holiday 2009
Nov 11 12 – 1:30 and 2:30 – 4 pm
Nov 25 12 – 1:30 and 2:30 – 4 pm
Nov 26 7 – 8:30 pm
Nov 27 12 – 1:30 and 2:30 – 4 pm
Christmas Break
Dec 23 & 24 12 – 1:30 and 2:30 – 4 pm
Dec 25 Closed
Dec 28 - Jan 1 12 – 1:30 and 2:30 – 4 pm each day
(plus 8 – 9:30 pm on Jan 1)
Three Kings Day 2010
Jan 6 12 – 1:30 pm and 2:30 – 4 pm
Early Dismissal Day
Feb 1 12 – 1:30 pm and 2:30 – 4 pm
February Vacation
Feb 15 - 18 12 – 1:30 pm and 2:30 – 4 pm daily
Feb 19 12 – 1:30 pm and 2:30 – 4 pm and
8 – 9:30 pm

Additional Public Skating hours are available during the holidays and winter breaks.
Please call the rink for special schedules. 203-946-8007

Stick Time, Pick-up Hockey and Freestyle/ Power-Stroking
Stick Time (Adults Only, 18yrs. & Older) $10/person
Monday 9 - 10 pm
Sunday 8:30 - 9:30 pm
Stick Time (All Ages) $10/person
Friday 8:30 - 9:30 pm
Sunday 12 - 12:50 pm
Pick-up Hockey (Adults Only, 18 yrs. & Older) $10/person
Wednesday 9 - 10 pm
Freestyle / PowerStroking (All Ages) $12/person
Sunday 1 - 2:20 pm

 

Walker Rink Concession
Walker Rink Concession Area

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Rink Skating Fees

Admission Resident Non-Resident
Adult $4.00 $5.00
Child (under 18) $3.00 $4.00
Senior $3.00 $3.00
Skate Rental $4.00 $4.00
Special Schedules Holidays & Vacations
Call Rink for Details: 203-946-8007

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Rink Rental Fees

Rentals (50 minutes) Resident Non-Resident
Peak Hours $175 $240
Off-peak Hours $135 $150
Skate Rental $4.00 $4.00
Rink is available for Private Rentals, Fundraisers, Corporate Events.
Contact us to reserve a day and time at walkerskatingrink@sbcglobal.net
Special Schedules Holidays & Vacations
Call Rink for Details: 203-946-8007

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Directions to Ralph Walker Ice Skating Rink

From the South and East
Route 95 to Route 91 North Exit 5 (2 miles): State Street Light at bottom of ramp Sharp left under highway Rink is immediately on right

From the North
Route 91 South to exit 6
Left at bottom of ramp under highway
Right at light: State Street, 1/2 mile to light
Bear right under highway
Rink is immediately on right

Alternate Construction Detour Directions

From I-91 south
Exit 4, take a right
At light take right onto State Street
Follow about 1/2 mile to rink (rink on left)

From I-91 North (and I-95 to I-91 North)
Take Exit 6 Willow St/Blatchley Ave (Left hand exit)
Right at end of ramp
Straight through 2 lights
Left on Nash St
Straight through 1st stop sign
at 2nd stop sign left on Lawrence St (you will see Cross Scholars Academy on left)
At light go Left onto State Street (you will see the Pantry breakfast/lunch on right)

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Elm City Skating ClubThe Elm City Skating Club -
Come Join The Fun!

Learn the basics skills of ice skating and Hockey in a fun-filled and safe environment. We offer several programs that "foster a spirit of participation not elimination".
For more information about the club and programs visit us at ELMCITYSKATINGCLUB.com

Early Registration Dates at Walker Ice Rink:

Sunday Oct. 25th and Sunday Nov. 1st, 2009 from 3pm – 5pm

You may also stop by the rink on Saturdays, beginning Nov. 7 from 1pm – 2:30pm, to register for class. Classes fill quickly, and some groups/sessions may be unavailable.

Mail-in Registration To:
Rink Management Solutions LLC
84 Washington Ave.
North Haven, CT 06473
c/o Learn-To-Skate

Children's Learn to Skate Program

  • Children’s Learn to Skate
  • Adult Learn to Skate
  • Intro to Hockey
  • Cardio Skate
  • Little Elm Skating Club
PDF DownloadFor program descriptions, schedules and applications click here

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Birthday Parties at Walker Rink

HAVE YOUR BIRTHDAY PARTY
AT RALPH WALKER ICE RINK!!!

Blake Field, 1080 State Street
New Haven, CT 06513
Call for details: 203-946-8007

We have several packages to suit your party needs.
Packages include lunch from Subway® Restaurants or Amato’s pizza.

  • Subway® package for 12 children includes: 3 ft. sub, 12 drinks, 12 cookies & 12 bags of chips.
  • Pizza Package includes 2 slices of pizza per child, 1 drink per child, and 1 cannoli per child.

Cost for either package is $200 for up to 12 children.
Add an additional $10 per child for parties over 12 children.

Please call Nancy for additional information
203-915-1203 or email walkerskatingrink@sbcglobal.net

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