Public Skating

Drop-In Skating Schedule

Our drop-in skating options are a fun-filled experience for the entire family!  

Essex Centre Sports Complex Schedules - March 23rd to May 30th, 2026

The following programs have been cancelled at the ECSC due to a special event:

• March 24 – Parents and Tots (9-11am) and Adult Skate (11am – 1pm)
• March 25 – Adult Skills Skate (9-11am) and Top Shelf Toddlers (11am – 1pm)
• March 26– Adult Skate (9-11am) and Parents and Tots (11am – 1pm)

Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre Schedule - March 22nd to April 2nd, 2026 

Join us for a FREE Skate sponsored by Harrow Kinsman:

• March 27 – Free Recreational Skate 3:30pm – 5pm

Drop-in program descriptions are as follows:

• Parent-Tot Skate - Teach your preschool child to skate. Helmets required for all children. Mandatory adult accompaniment.
• Top-Shelf Toddlers - Children 6 years of age and under can have fun developing shooting and stick handling skills with the help of an adult. Helmets required for all skaters.
• Adult Skate - Get some exercise and work on your skating skills. Ages 16 and over only.
• Adult Skills Skate - Work on your shooting and stick handling skills. Ages 16 and over only, helmets required for all skaters.
• Shinny Hockey - Join a game in progress. Full equipment recommended, skates and helmets mandatory. No body contact permitted. Junior = Ages 6-9 / Intermediate = Ages 10-14 / Senior = Ages 15+
• Public Skating - Bring the whole family! All ages welcome. Helmets recommended for children.
• Figure Skating Practice - If you figure skate, this is an opportunity to get additional practice time. All figure skaters are welcome.

Our Public Skating Guidelines are provided to ensure the safety and enjoyment of everyone.

Programs are offered at both the Essex Centre Sports Complex and the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre. During the annual Early Bird Tournament, all programs will be cancelled at both facilities.

To learn about the amenities offered at our arenas, go to our Facilities page.