Ice hockey is one of the most loved winter sports in the country and as such the necessity for open ice hockey rinks as the temperature grows colder is growing. For those that live in the Louisville, KY area there is hope. Here are three open ice hockey rinks in the Louisville area this winter.
Iceland Sports Complex- t his rink is located at 1701 UPS Drive Louisville, KY 40223. The rink offers both public skating and is often used for local league games. They offer a free learn to play program on Sundays for those that want to learn the game first hand. The rink is home to the Louisville Stallions Hockey club and as such is often used for games. The rink is large so even when there are lots of players around it is relatively un-crowded. To learn more visit: http://www.icelandsports.net/
Alpine Ice Arena Ice Skating Rink- this rink is located at 1825 Gardiner Ln Louisville, KY 40205. The rink is open year round and is generally used for ice skating but can be rented out for parties and hockey games. They offer hockey and skating lessons and allow free skating on the ice. For rates call (502) 459-9500. For more information visit: http://www.alpineicearena.com/
Lexington Ice and Recreation Center- This rink is located at 560 Eureka Springs Drive Lexington, KY 40517. Though this rink is a bit further away it still offers some great features for skaters. General admission is $7.25 with adjusted rates for children, seniors, and weekends. The rink offers public skating as well as hockey games and refreshments and is a great place to stop in if you are looking for state of the art equipment and facilities. For more information visit: http://www.lexingtonicecenter.com/
All of these rinks offer the opportunity to learn and understand ice hockey as a sport and to enjoy the game this winter. Each rink also offers classes for those that want to learn the sport and for those that just want to hone their skills. You can visit any of the sites listed above for more information about these hockey rinks.