GUELPH, ONTARIO
Rent ice for your group
Organizing a team practice or private skate? Work out how many ice times you need, then send the city the right request form at least 72 hours ahead.
City of Guelph arena ice rentals. Phone 519-837-5678, option 1.
One booking or a season?
| You need | How to ask | Notice |
|---|---|---|
| One to four ice times | Facility Rental Request Form | At least 72 hours for the city to process a new or added booking. |
| Five or more ice times | Seasonal Facility Rental Request Form | The city treats five or more bookings as a seasonal rental. |
You can check open ice up to 60 days ahead through the availability link on the city’s ice rental page.
Prime and non-prime time
| Rate period | Hours |
|---|---|
| Non-prime | Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. |
| Prime | Monday to Friday, 6–8 a.m. and 4–11 p.m.; weekends, 6 a.m.–11 p.m. |
The city’s page does not publish hourly rates. Ask for the rate for your time slot and get the total in writing.
Which arenas?
The city lists Centennial Arena, Exhibition Arena, the Sleeman Centre, Victoria Road Recreation Centre and West End Community Centre for ice rentals. South End Community Centre is on the list but the city says it is not yet taking bookings there. Addresses are on Guelph rinks.
Before contacting the booking team
- List two or three acceptable dates and times.
- Estimate your player count and how much ice time you need.
- Ask whether dressing rooms, nets or other equipment are included.
- Ask about insurance and the cancellation terms.
- Confirm the total price and payment deadline in writing.
If you just want to play without organizing a group, try shinny sessions instead.