Madoc and District Recreation Centre (Arena)

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For inquiries, please reach out to the Arena directly at 613-473-4206 or contact Gordon Dubeau, the Parks, Recreation and Facilities Supervisor, via email at gdubeau@centrehastings.com.

• When: Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
• Where: Madoc & District Recreation Centre Arena
• Cost: Free for all participants
• Who: Families, youth, local groups, and anyone ready to get creative!

• Sign-in with event staff
• No skating allowed; foot wear with good grip is required
• Helmets are required for all participants under 18
• Parents/guardians must remain on site with their children

• Celebrate the end of the skating season with something unique and fun
• Connect with family, friends, and community members through creativity

Come splash some colour on the ice, express your creativity, and make this season’s final rink experience a memorable one!

Art On Ice: Community Ice Painting Day

Join us on Sunday, March 29th, 2026 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM for Art On Ice: Community Ice Painting Day at the arena. This fun, family-friendly event invites residents, youth, and visitors to get creative by painting directly on the ice.

A special thank you to the Madoc Lions Club for joining us and generously providing free hot chocolate during the event. Their continued support helps make community events like this possible.

We look forward to seeing everyone come out to enjoy the afternoon! 🎨⛸️☕

Kick off March Break with some time on the ice! Join us for Public Skating this Sunday, March 14, 2026, from 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM at the Madoc & District Recreation Centre Arena.

Make the most of winter with a fun afternoon of skating. Whether you're practicing your skating skills or simply enjoying a casual glide with family and friends, it's a great way to spend time together.

Admission:
$2 per person
$5 per family (must pay at the door)

Grab your skates, bundle up, and come enjoy the rink! ⛸️❄️

Parent & Tots & Senior Skate

Parent & Tots Skate Session
Monday, March 16th, 2026,
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Senior Skate Session
Monday,12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Admission:
$2 per person or $5 per family (pay at the door)

Enjoy some time on the ice in a welcoming and relaxed environment. We look forward to seeing you there!

Parent & Tot Skate is on Monday, March 16th, 2026 from 11AM-12PM

Senior Skate sessions are on Monday, March 16th, 2026, from 12PM-1PM

CHMHA link

CHMHA Mailing Address:
CHMHA
PO Box 1032
Madoc, On
K0K 2K0

General Email: chmhagrizzlies@hotmail.com

Winter Learn to Skate & Skating Skills – Registration Information

An additional In person registration for the Winter Learn to Skate and Skating Skills programs will take place on the following date and location:

Saturday, January 3rd, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Madoc & District Recreation Centre Arena

Additional information regarding these programs can be found below.

All classes are held on Saturday

Develop balance and posture. Introduction to forward skating, gliding, stopping and backward skating. This program is for participants who are new to skating or are unable to skate the width of the ice surface with a glide. Participants should be able to stand and walk on skates with straight ankles off the ice.

Class includes basic skating skills with a warm up, group lesson and games. Learning is focused through the caregiver to ensure comfort, communication, and extra safety. Caregiver must accompany each child enrolled, one caregiver per child over the age of 16 and must have a competent skating ability and be present and engaged on the ice to assist their child for the entire class. All participants (including caregiver) must wear skates while on the ice.

Children will receive an orientation to the ice surface and learn the basics of skating through games and songs. Participants should be able to stand and walk on skates with straight ankles off the ice.

Develop balance and posture. Introduction to forward skating, gliding, stopping and backward skating. Prerequisite: Level 1 is for participants who are new to skating or are unable to skate the width of the ice surface with a glide. Participants should be able to stand and walk on skates with straight ankles off the ice.

Development of forward gliding, stopping, backward skating. Introduction to one foot glides and backward gliding. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 1 or participant can demonstrate ability to stop and skate forward (alternate feet with a glide) the length of the ice without falling.

Improve your skills with further instruction on more complex skating techniques. This program is for participants who are already able to skate forwards competently, stop and have introduction to backwards skating.

Development of backward stopping, backwards gliding and edges. Introduction to cross-overs, slalom skating, 2 foot turns. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 2 or participant can demonstrate strong forward skating and stopping skills with the ability to glide forward on one foot (flat edge).

Development of cross-overs, backward stopping. Introduction to one-foot turns, backward circle thrusts. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 3 or participant can demonstrate strong backwards skating, competent forward circle thrusts using correct edges and stopping ability.

Development of backward cross-overs, forward edges, skill combinations. Introduction to parallel stopping, backward edges and turns. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 4 or participant is able to perform forward cross-overs, forward inside edges, 3-turns.

Helmet Policy and Required Equipment

✓All participants must wear a CSA approved hockey helmet with all helmet straps fully functional.
✓It is also mandatory for all participants under the age of 6 to wear a full-face mask.
✓Broken helmets, bike, utility helmets are not acceptable and will not be permitted on the ice.
✓The use of pylons and skating stands/walkers are not allowed.

Skates & Clothing

✓Proper fitting lace-up single blade skates are required.
✓Bob-skates, double bladed skates and speed skates will not be permitted on the ice.
✓The recommendation for purchasing skates is one size smaller than shoe size
✓Participants should be able to stand and walk on skates with straight ankles off the ice.
✓New skates do not come sharpened and will require sharpening prior to the first class.
✓Shoes/Boots are not to be worn on the ice.
✓Wear warm comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. i.e. warm, water-resistant pants, non-bulky jackets and warm gloves. Snow suits are not recommended.
✓Shorts will not be permitted on the ice.

PARENTS/CAREGIVERS MUST REMAIN AT THE FACILITY DURING LESSONS.

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