The Skating and Arena Programs page offers a comprehensive guide to various recreational skating activities available throughout the year. It includes information on public and family skating, shinny, stick and puck, and figure skating sessions. The page also provides schedules, guidelines for participation, and details on the necessary equipment to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all ages.
We're getting ready for the big fall and winter skating season coming soon! In the meantime, enjoy shoulder season activities at Mold-Masters SportsPlex and floor programs until August 15 in Acton.
Traditional ice programs are offered primarily in the fall and winter season, with the exception of Mold-Masters SportsPlex arena in Georgeown that offers year-round ice. Popular programs include public and family skating, shinny, stick and puck, youth skates and more.
Current Schedule |
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Skating Programs |
Adult SkatingPersons 18 years and older. No hockey sticks or pucks allowed. Figure skaters should register for the figure skating session. During adult skate, no figure skating or hockey skills practice is allowed. CSA approved helmets are highly recommended with chinstraps fastened. Family Power Play (NEW!)This new program at Acton Arena is for youth of all ages accompanied by an adult on the ice to develop hockey skills. The ratio of youth to guardian is not to exceed 2:1. Parent/guardian must be 18 years of age and older and must remain on the ice. Parent/guardian must be accompanied by a youth. Multiple parents/guardians may attend. Two nets will be provided. Body contact, game play, slap shots and practice tools i.e. pylons, scrimmages are not permitted. Full equipment is highly recommended for participants under 18. CSA approved helmets and hockey gloves are mandatory for all participants. All participants, including goalies, are subject to payment. This program is for skills development only and Shinny is not permitted. Please attend our Shinny Programs offered at other times and locations. Family Power Play fee is $7.50 per person and runs Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Family SkatingOpen to all ages. A parent or guardian 18 years of age or older must accompany children on the ice. Maximum of five participants including one adult. Free use of skate aids is available at the arena, or bring your own. Strollers are allowed on the ice if the wheels have been cleaned. Figure Skating Pick-UpFor experienced figure skaters. Admission is required for all participants, including coaches. Parent & Tot SkatingSkating for children under 6 years who are accompanied by an adult on the ice. Child must wear a helmet. No hockey sticks or pucks allowed. Free use of skate aids is available at the arena, or bring your own. Strollers are allowed on the ice if the wheels have been cleaned. Public SkatingOpen to all ages. Skate aids and strollers not permitted during regular ice season*. To use skate aids in fall/winter, please attend a family or parent & tot skate instead. CSA approved helmets are highly recommended with chinstraps fastened. *NOTE: Skate aids and strollers allowed in summer only. Shinny - Youth 13-17 yrsPlay a fun pick-up game of shinny by dividing players equally based on skill level. Body contact, rough play and slap shots are NOT permitted. Parent/guardian must be 18 years of age or older and must remain in program area. Goalies are permitted. Full protective hockey equipment is required to be worn at all times by participants including a CSA approved helmet. Game is organized by participants. Shinny - AdultFor individuals 18 years and older. Full hockey equipment, including helmets, must be worn. No body contact or rough play is allowed. Participants organize a game. Shinny - 50+50 years and over. Full hockey equipment, including helmets, must be worn. No body contact or rough play is allowed. Participants organize a game. Shinny - Parent & TotChildren under 6 years who are accompanied by an adult can focus on having fun and developing hockey skills. Adults and preschoolers are permitted to play a stick and puck. For children, full hockey equipment, including a CSA-approved hockey helmet with face mask, is mandatory. For adults, helmets are mandatory, but full equipment is optional. Adults are not permitted to shoot or raise the puck in a manner that may be dangerous to others. Stick & Puck - 12 yrs & underWork on puck control and skating skills. Shooting of the puck is not allowed other than for passing drills as no hockey nets will be provided. Ratio of instructor/coach/parent to child is not to exceed 1:2. Parent/guardian must be 18 years of age or older and must remain in the program area. Parent/guardian attending on ice must be accompanied by a child. Full protective hockey equipment is highly recommended to be worn at all times by participants. Helmets and gloves are mandatory for all participants. Body contact, rough play, game play, and scrimmages are NOT permitted. Stick & Puck - Adults OnlyWork on puck control and skating drills. Helmets are mandatory. No hockey nets provided. Shooting of the puck is not allowed other than for passing drills. Stick & Puck - FamilyWork on puck control and skating skills in a family environment. Shooting of the puck is not allowed other than for passing drills as no hockey nets will be provided. Ratio of instructor/coach/parent to child is not to exceed 1:2. Parent/guardian must be 18 years of age or older and must remain in the program area. Parent/guardian attending on ice must be accompanied by a child. Full protective hockey equipment is highly recommended to be worn at all times by participants. Helmets and gloves are mandatory for all participants. Body contact, rough play, game play, and scrimmages are NOT permitted. Youth Skating (FREE!)Free youth skating – no admission fee! Open to youth ages 12-19 only. Skate aids and strollers are not permitted. CSA-approved helmets are highly recommended with chinstraps fastened. |
Skating Fees |
Public, Adult, Family Skating
Parent & Tot Skating
Shinny
Stick & Puck, Figure Skating Pick-Up, Family Power Play
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In the off season (Spring & Summer), our arenas will remove portions of ice to allow floor programs to take place on the concrete floors. Some popular programs include inline skating, inline shinny, ball hockey and indoor pickleball.
Floor programs |
Ball Hockey ShinnyPlay a fun pick-up game of ball hockey shinny by dividing players equally based on skill level.
Inline ShinnyPlay a fun pick-up game of shinny by dividing players equally based on skill level.
Inline SkatingJoin in the fun or learn a new skill! Enjoy a low impact workout on a clean, smooth surface in our climate controlled arena - perfect for year-round inline skating.
PickleballA fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. For adults 18 yrs or over. Beginners welcome! Please bring your own paddle and water bottle with you (glass prohibited). Limited paddles are available to borrow. Regular players are encouraged to purchase and bring their own equipment. |
Fees |
Floor FeesBall Hockey, Inline skating and Inline Shinny:
Youth drop-in
Pickleball
Save with a pass!Passes and memberships allow regular visitors to save money. |
Ice Season Dates |
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2025/2026 Ice Season
Acton Arena & Community Centre
Mold-Masters SportsPlex
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Holiday Closures |
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PA Days & Holiday Skating |
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| PA Day and Holiday Skating are additional family and public skates added to the regular schedule. Regular fees and rules apply for holiday skating.
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Sponsored Skates |
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| Sponsored skates are free to the public. Thank you to our generous sponsors! No sponsored skates at this time. |
Town of Halton Hills arenas have a live streaming feature from Live Barn. For more information, visit livebarn.com.
Live streaming in Halton Hills arenas |
| If you can’t make it to the rink, you can still stay connected by watching all events Live and On Demand. For a 10% discount, use promo code mold-mast (Mold-Masters SportsPlex) or actn-live (Acton Arena) LiveBarn is a paid subscription service that allows you to watch events Live or On Demand for 30 days. Your subscription allows you to watch streams from any LiveBarn-installed venue across the United States and Canada. Some included features:
Existing subscribers can update their profile to our venue’s promo code. |
When are events filmed? |
| The video streaming service is only available for sports organizations that did not choose to opt-out of streaming during their dedicated rental times. The video streaming service will be disabled during public drop-in use of the arenas for programs like parent and child skate, public skating, adult shinny etc. |
Sports organizations |
| Sports organizations were invited to opt-out of the service if they did not wish for their games and practices to be streamed live or available on-demand through LiveBarn. If you have a question about opting out of online streaming, please contact your sports organization. |
Outdoor rinks are closed for the season. Please check back for more information in January, 2026.
Weather permitting, Town staff will construct and maintain natural outdoor ice rinks during the winter season. Locations maintained by the Town of Halton Hills are intended as the primary locations to enjoy recreational outdoor skating during the winter season, but smaller rinks maintained by volunteers may also be available.
Where are the arenas located? |
| For arena locations and contact information, visit our facilities webpage. |
Do you offer passes? |
| Yes! We offer time-based memberships and pre-purchased admissions (Active Passes). Visit our passes webpage to learn more. |
Do you offer skating lessons? |
| No, the Town of Halton Hills does not offer skating instruction programs. However, there are several organizations within the community that offer skating lessons for all ages. Search online or give us a call to learn more about these organizations. |
Do you offer skating rentals? |
| Rentals are available during public and family skating. The cost is $6.00 for skates and $3.00 for helmets, or both for $7.00. Depending on volume, rentals can be busy. If you are planning on renting skates or helmets, we suggest coming 15-20 minutes before the skate to allow time to fit the equipment. We will attempt to get everyone fitted in a timely manner but rentals are first come, first served. |
Can I buy food at the arena? |
| Yes! Our canteens are open for hot food and beverages and snacks for games and tournaments. All arenas also have vending machines with cold drinks and snacks and bottle filling stations for your reusable water bottle. |
Do you have a pro shop or skate sharpening? |
| Mold-Masters SportsPlex features a pro shop operated by an independent owner. Operating hours, services and prices are all set by the pro shop owner. Please contact the arena for more information. Acton Arena does not have a pro shop but does sell skate accessories such as laces, mouth guards, etc. from the customer service desk. |
Can I advertise on the digital screens outside the arenas? |
| Yes! Advertise your business, organization or event with prominent visibility at our year-round facilities. Learn more on our advertising opportunities webpage. |
