The international-sized ice pad at the Link Centre is recognised as a 'Centre of Excellence' for both figure skating and ice hockey. it is an approved national centre for squad training for the National Ice Skating Association and British Ice Hockey Associations, it is also a NISA approved regional test centre and it provides the south-west with a popular attraction which offers sessions for all ages and abilities.

General Advice:

• Wear thick socks, gloves and warm clothing, No hats or scarves
• Phone Link Centre main reception on the day for the latest information - 01793 445566

The Ice Rink has to close from time to time because of events or maintenance. Before visiting please click onto the link below which will take you to the closure page, to ensure that the Rink will be open at the time of your visit. Closures Page

Ice Rink Programme

For the complete Ice Rink programme please click on the link below (downloadable pdf):

Ice Rink timetable (123kb) (valid from Jan 09)

Session Descriptions

SUB ZERO

The first Friday of every month is Sub Zero Friday, with a club atmosphere in the ice rink. DJ’s will perform at one of the biggest venues in Swindon, creating an environment which turns the rink into the hottest club night on ice.

Time

First Friday of the month from 8.30pm - 10.30pm - Click onto the following link to take you to the Sub Zero page.

More information on Sub Zero.

General Skating

A mixed session of easy listening music allows you to practise your skating skills on the ice. Open to all abilities.

Disco Session

An upbeat session aimed at teenagers, with disco lights, music and non-stop action on the ice. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Family Disco

Similar to the disco session (see above) but in a more controlled environment which is suitable for younger children and families.

Times

Day	Session Description	Time
Monday	General skating	10.00am-3.30pm^
Tuesday	General skating	10.00am-3.30pm*^
	Disco Session	7.30pm-9.30pm
Wednesday	General skating	10.00am-3.30pm*^
	General skating (No hockey skates)	7.30pm-9.30pm
Thursday	General skating	10.00am-3.30pm^
Friday	General skating	10.00am-3.30pm^
	Disco Session	8.30pm-10.30pm
Saturday	Kids/Family Session	10.00am-12.00pm
	Kids/Family Session	2.45pm-4.45pm
	Disco Session	8.30pm-10.30pm
Sunday	Kids/Family Session	10.00am-12.00pm
	Family Disco Session	1.30pm-3.30pm

^Ice cut during this session
* Courses run within public session

Summer Weekend Programme - (4 May - 23 August inclusive)

Day	Session Description	Time
Saturday	Kids/Family Session	10.30am-12.00pm
	Kids/Family Session	2.45pm-4.45pm
	Disco Session	5.00pm-6.30pm
Sunday	Kids/Family Session	10.00am-12.00pm
	Family Disco Session	1.30pm-3.30pm

Prices

All prices include skate hire.
All sessions above (except Tuesday and Friday tea time - see below)

Card Type	Price
Non-Card	£7.60
SwindonCard & Concession 1 and 2 - Peak	£5.90
SwindonCard & Concession 1 - Off Peak	£4.40
SwindonCard & Concession 2 - Off Peak	£1.80

Junior Full Price (no SwindonCard): £5.60

Under threes: free

Family ticket (no SwindonCard) (four people, including maximum of two adults): £23.00

Family ticket (no SwindonCard) (five people, including maximum of two adults): £26.40

Kids/Family Skate

This session is aimed at younger children and families. A mixed selection of music caters for all tastes whilst you skate in a safe and friendly environment. Mums and dads, brothers and sisters are encouraged to join in.

Times

Day	Session Description	Time
Tuesday	Kids/Family session	4.30pm-6.00pm*
Friday	Kids/Family session	4.30pm-6.00pm*
Saturday	Kids/Family Session	5.00pm-6.30pm Summer Weekend Programme (4 May-23 August)

*Courses run within public session

Prices

All prices include skate hire.
Tuesday and Friday tea time session

Card Type	Price
Non-Card	£5.70
SwindonCard & Concession 1 and 2 - Peak	£4.60
SwindonCard & Concession 1 - Off Peak	£3.60
SwindonCard & Concession 2 - Off Peak	£1.80

Junior Full Price: £4.10

Under threes: free

Family ticket (no SwindonCard) (four people, including maximum of two adults): £16.00

Family ticket (no SwindonCard) (four people, including maximum of two adults): £18.70

Guardian Ticket prices

Card Type	Price
Non-Card	£1.10
SwindonCard & Concession 1 and 2 - Peak	£0.90
SwindonCard & Concession 1 - Off Peak	£0.90
SwindonCard & Concession 2 - Off Peak	£0.50

6 Week unlimited fitness offer.

Purchase 6 weeks fitness activities for only £29 between 27 June and 7 August 2009.
A whole 6 weeks fitness activities for less than 70 pence per day!
Gym, fitness classes, ice skating, climbing, athletics track, swimming, sauna, steam room and Turkish Baths

Valid for 42 days from date of purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

Click here for further information on this offer:
leisure passport offer

Patches

A limited number of patches are available on the ice to provide you with maximum space to practise your skating skills (having achieved Grade 4 of the National Skate UK Award Scheme). Patches must be booked in advance and can be used with or without a lesson. (no hockey boots allowed).
Patches are beneficial to all levels of skating from novice through to championship level.

Times

Day	Time
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday	6.00am - 8.00am
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday	8.30pm-10.00am
Monday	4.15pm-5.15pm
Tuesday & Friday	4.00pm-4.30pm
Wednesday & Thursday	4.00pm-6.00pm
Saturday	6.00am-7.30am

Prices

Thirty Minutes

Card Type	Price
Non-Card	£2.80
SwindonCard & Concession 1 and 2 - Peak	£2.20
SwindonCard & Concession 1 - Off Peak	£2.00
SwindonCard & Concession 2 - Off Peak	£1.80

Courses

The centre offers a range of progressive courses for toddlers, juniors and adults in basic skating skills, ice dance, free skating, disabled skating and ice hockey during term time, for more information click here and an intensive novice ice skating course during the school holidays.

Group Bookings

If you are bringing a group of 15 or more skaters, in order to gain the group rate of £5.00 for adults and £3.80 for juniors (aged under 16 years), the group must be booked in advance with full payment received a minimum of four weeks in advance.

Figure Skating Club

Thursday 6.15pm-7.45pm.

For skaters who have achieved Level 4 Skating Skills. The club provides group tuition every club night along with club competitions and other skating related events.
Swindon Ice Figure Club have their own website, to view it please click onto the link below

www.sifc.co.uk (External web address)

Please come along and talk to the club members on Thursday night.

Private Lessons Through the Swindon Ice Academy

A fully-qualified team of NISA coaches is available for private lessons bookable via the Link Centre, please click ont he following link to find out more information on the coaching staff.

Ice coaches information

There is a duty coach available on all general skating sessions for private lessons.

Contact

The Link Centre
Whitehill Way
Westlea
Swindon
SN5 7DL

Tel: 01793 445566