Schedules

PUBLIC SKATING RULES: 

Public skate participants are to use the designated benches at the side entrance. Dressing rooms are not available for public skate.

• Maximum: 60 skaters on the ice at any given time.
• All skaters 16 years of age or under MUST wear CSA approved helmets while on the ice. It is recommended that all skaters wear CSA approved helmets.
• Carrying a child while on the ice is strictly prohibited (ask about approved support devices permitted on ice).
• Skaters shall travel in the same direction around the ice to avoid collisions.
• Slower skaters shall stay towards the center of the ice; and faster skaters shall skate closest to the boards.
• No sticks, balls, or pucks are allowed on the ice during public skating.
• No personal music players or headphones are allowed on the ice.
• Private lessons are not permitted during Open Ice or Public Skate times.
• Skate aids are available upon request.

Special Drop in Public Skates:

55+ Skate (Skaters 55+ years)

Teen Skate (Skaters 12-17 years)

Figure Skating

• Jumps, spins, and other figure skating elements must be performed with consideration for other skaters and only when sufficient space is available.

Parent and Tot

• Parent & Tot Skate is intended for young children and their parents/caregivers.
• Children must be actively supervised by a parent or responsible adult at all times.
• Strollers, and other skating aids are permitted only if approved by facility staff

Sensory Friendly Skate

• Sensory Skate provides a calm, low-stimulation skating environment for participants and their families.
• Participants must be supervised by a parent, caregiver, or responsible adult as appropriate.
• Please respect each participant’s personal space and individual needs.
• Lighting may be reduced or modified to create a quieter environment.

OPEN ICE RULES:

Lac La Biche County offers open ice when arenas are not booked to maximize activity opportunities. Open Ice is offered on a first come first served basis.

• Sticks & pucks are permitted when leisure skaters are not on ice.
• Users must share the ice and play to a level that does not impede or endanger other’s safety.
• Concerns shall be reported to staff immediately.

STICK & PUCK DROP-IN HOCKEY RULES:

Dressing rooms are available for select Stick & Puck sessions only. Please check the session details or confirm with Guest Services before arrival.

• Maximum of 28 players are allowed on ice at any given time
• All players and participants must wear CSA approved helmets while on the ice or bench (No Exceptions!)
• It is strongly recommended that all skaters wear full protective hockey gear/equipment to avoid potential injuries.
• Be considerate of other users and player abilities while on the ice.
• Physical contact and fighting are not permitted. Players may be asked to leave as a result.

Shinny (players 12-17 years. No dressing room)

55+ Drop in Hockey (players 55+ years & dressing room)

Pick-up Hockey (players 15 years and older & dressing room)

Family Hockey (parents/guardians and their children under 12 years and dressing room)

• Parents/guardians must always be on the ice with children (or inside player bench).
• Helmets are mandatory for all participants (includes player benches).

DRY SURFACE: Public time for scooters, hoverboards, skateboards, and roller-blades.

OPEN ICE: The North Country Co-op Arena in Plamondon  is available during regular operating hours when the ice is not booked for rentals/practices/games or scheduled for drop-in programming. 

PUBLIC SKATE: Drop in times are scheduled September to March. Is for all ages, no pucks or sticks. Helmets are required for users under 16 years old. FAMILY HOCKEY: children up to 12 years (parent-supervision required for children under 8 years.

2-FOR-1 SHINNY HOCKEY : Drop in times are scheduled September to March. it is for ages 12-17 (2 play for the price of 1- up to 28 players on the ice).

$5 PICK-UP HOCKEY: Drop In times are scheduled September to March. It is for ages 18 and up (max 28 players).

LANE SWIM & LANE SWIM W/ LEISURE POOL	Competition pool, leisure pool (w/o spray features or water slide), and wellness amenities are available for use. Competition pool is divided into lanes by the speed of the swimmer. Outdoor area closes at -25 degrees Celsius.
ADULT LANE SWIM	All lanes in competition pool available. Leisure pool available w/ out spray features or waterslide. All wellness amenities open. Outdoor area closes at -25 degrees Celsius. 18 Years and over only.
ADULT LANE & LEISURE	All lanes in competition pool available. Leisure pool available w/ spray features and waterslide. All wellness amenities open. Outdoor area closes at -25 degrees Celsius. 18 years and over only.
PUBLIC USE	All amenities open. One lane available for lane swim. Outdoor area closed at -25 degrees Celsius.
MORNING SWIM LESSONS	Leisure Pool closed to public. 3 lanes in competition pool not available to public. 3 lanes in competition pool open to public for lane swim. Wellness amenities open to public (excluding family hot tub). Waterslide not available.
SWIM LESSONS & SWIM CLUB	Competition pool and leisure pool closed to public. Wellness amenities open to public (excluding family hot tub). Waterslide closed to public.
AQUAFIT	Competition pool not available to public. Leisure pool w/out spray features open to public. Waterslide is not available to public. All wellness amenities open.
SCHOOL BOOKING	Facility fully closed to public - no aquatic amenities available. If rented by a school for lessons or fun swim, there is no public access to any aquatic amenities.

Drop Ins: Drop-ins are based on a first-come, first-serve basis as space permits. Payment is required to reserve a spot in a class and can only be purchased the day of the class.

Register: Register for a fitness class to guarantee your spot. Register online HERE

**Indicates Childmind Services available during classes

Free Indoor playground(Parent-supervised): The indoor playground in the Child Mind Cenovus Play Centre is open to the public. Kids must be supervised by a responsible person 12 years of age or older at all times.

Public Use: The Sports Field are available May to October when not being used for bookings, cleaning, maintenance or if one of the two facilities are being used. Due to liability reasons the track and artificial field cannot be used at the same time. Click the link to review the Rules for Use Sports Field.