Minnetonka Ice Arena

Air quality at the Minnetonka Ice Arena

A March 31, 2010, article in the Star Tribune discussed proposed legislation to improve air quality at indoor ice arenas. We’d like you to know that staff at the Minnetonka Ice Arena was considering this issue several years ago and has already taken steps to ensure the safety of skaters and visitors.

  • The ice arena uses two ice resurfacers, one of which is electric and was purchased in 2006. The remaining propane-fueled ice resurfacer will be replaced by the end of 2010 with an electric ice resurfacer, as part of the city’ regular capital improvement program.
  • The Minnetonka Ice Arena measurements have consistently met or exceeded current state standards for air quality. The ice arena air quality is measured weekly by staff and that data is submitted quarterly to the Minnesota Department of Health.

Based on the planned purchase of a second electric ice resurfacer by the end of this year, and the arena’s consistently above-average air quality measurements, the ice arena will meet the requirements of the proposed legislation, which would go into effect January 1, 2011.

If you have further questions about indoor air quality at the Minnetonka Ice Arena, please contact John Heckmann, ice arena manager, at 952.939.8315 or via email at jheckmann@eminnetonka.com.

City programs such as public skating, skating lessons, and adult hockey are offered through the Minnetonka Ice Arena. The Lake Minnetonka Figure Skating Club, Hopkins and Minnetonka Youth Hockey Associations, and high school hockey programs from both Minnetonka and Hopkins School Districts utilize Minnetonka Ice Arena for the operation of their programs. Approximately 260,000 people use the ice arena facilities on an annual basis. The ice arena is projected to utilize approximately 5700 hours of ice time in 2010.

Address and Directions
3401 Williston Road
Minnetonka, MN 55345
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Information: 952.939.8310
Arena Manager: John Heckmann

Skating Lessons

Class lessons are available for skaters of all ages and abilities. The All Season Skating School offers two 12-week sessions during the school year beginning in early September and early January and an 8-week session beginning mid-June. We are now accepting registrations for our summer session which begins June 7, 2010. Brochure and registration form are below, or call the arena office at 952.939.8310.

Summer Public Skating
(June 8, 2010–September 2, 2010)

Admission:

  • Adults 18 asnd older: $4
  • Students/pre-k/seniors: $3

Skate rental: $2

Public skating is offered on the following days:

  • Sunday: 6–7:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 2:30–4 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 2:30–4 p.m.
  • Thursday: 2:30–4 p.m.
    • Last Friday is April 9, 2010

Times are subject to change during special events such as tournaments, ice shows, etc. Please confirm specific dates and times at the arena office.

No public skating on:

  • July 4, 2010

Hockey Schools

Adult Open Hockey
(September 10, 2010–April 29, 2011)

Admission: $5 per skater, goalies free!

Open Hockey is available to adults age 18 and older on the following days:

  • Mondays: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Fridays: 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Friday nights: 9:15 p.m.–10:30 p.m. (ends April 2)

No Open Hockey on the following dates:

  • November 26, 2010
  • December 17, 24, 2010 (no evening December 31, 2010)
  • March 4, 2010 (no evening)

Ladies Open Hockey
(October 7, 2010–April 28, 2011)

Admission: $5 per skater, goalies free!

Open Hockey is available to adults age 18 and older on the following days:

  • Thursdays: 9:45 –11:15 a.m.

No Open Hockey on the following date:

  • Thursday, November 25, 2010

Fit & Trim

Wednesday mornings

Admission: $3 per class

Fit & Trim offers adults a chance to combine leisure skating with aerobic exercise. This on-ice exercise is ideal for skaters of all abilities. Class begins at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays. No pre-registration is needed. Come to as many classes as you like.

Pro Shop

We carry the basic figure skating and hockey merchandise (i.e., tights, laces, guards, tape, and mouth-guards).

High School Hockey

Minnetonka Ice Arena is home of the Hopkins Royals Girls Hockey team.

General Information

  • Ice Rental (rinks A and B): $180/hour plus tax

For more information regarding programs offered at the Minnetonka Ice Arena, please call the arena office at 952.939.8310.

Youth Hockey

Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association
www.tonkahockey.org
Pagel Activity Center: 952.470.4099
Hopkins Youth Hockey Association
www.hopkinshockey.com

Figure Skating Club

Lake Minnetonka Figure Skating Club
www.lmfsc.org