Bloomington Ice Garden

Designed for working on individual hockey skills. Open to hockey players of all ages. Players can spend time with a coach, parent or on your own.

• Dates and Times
  • September 6, 2022 - May 30, 2023
    • Monday, Friday: 6 - 7 a.m.
  • No Skating November 25, February 10, March 17, April 7, 14
• Fees and Discounts
  • $11 per person per session
    • Coupon books available.
    • 11 coupons for $110 
• Rules and Requirements
  • Helmet and mouth guard required.
  • Bring own sticks and pucks.

Schedule subject to change.  Visit blm.mn/ice-schedule to confirm ice availability.  
NOTE: In the ice scheduling system, "BIG1, BIG2, BIG3" under the Schedules drop-down equate to Ice Garden rinks 1, 2 and 3 respectively. 

• Dates and Times
  • September 11, 2022 - May 21, 2023 
    • Sunday, 8 - 9:30 p.m. 
  • No skating on December 25, January 1, February 12, March 5, April 9
• Fees and Discounts
  • $11 per person, per session
    • Buy a coupon book for $110 and get 11 sessions for the price of 10!
• Rules and Requirements
  • Must be age 18 or above.
  • Helmet and mouth guard required.
  • Bring own pucks.
  • Goalies are FREE!
  • Dates and schedule subject to change.
  • Visit blm.mn/ice-schedule to confirm ice availability.  
    • NOTE: In the ice scheduling system, "BIG1, BIG2, BIG3" under the Schedules drop-down equate to Ice Garden rinks 1, 2 and 3 respectively.

Visit blm.mn/ice-schedule to confirm ice availability.  NOTE: In the ice scheduling system, "BIG1, BIG2, BIG3" under the Schedules drop-down equate to Ice Garden rinks 1, 2 and 3 respectively. 

• Dates and Times
  • Monday - Friday
    • Occasionally offered Saturday and Sunday. Contact BIG for availability.
• Fees and Discounts
  • $11 per person per hour
    • Coupon books available.
    • 11 coupons for $110

Open to anyone who just wants to spend some time on the ice!

• Dates and Times
  • September 11, 2022 - March 26, 2023
    • Sunday, 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
  • September 12, 2022 - May 24, 2023
    • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 9 - 10:30 a.m.
  • Bonus Dates: Thursday, 12/29, Friday, 12/30: 9 - 10:30 a.m.
  • No skating on: December 25, January 1, February 12
• All participants must be able to skate by themselves – no one may be carried.
• Schedule subject to change.
• Visit blm.mn/ice-schedule to confirm availability. 
  • NOTE: In the ice scheduling system, "BIG1, BIG2, BIG3" under the Schedules drop-down equate to Ice Garden rinks 1, 2 and 3 respectively. 
• Fees and Discounts
  • All ages: $5
  • Coupon Book: $25 for 6 coupons
  • Skate sharpening: $8
  • Skate rental: $5

If you are interested in purchasing ice time at BIG, please visit blm.mn/ice-schedule to confirm availability. Then call 952-563-8841 or email big@bloomingtonmn.gov to reserve your spot. 

NOTE: In the ice scheduling system, "BIG1, BIG2, BIG3" under the Schedules drop-down equate to Ice Garden rinks 1, 2 and 3 respectively. 

RATES

• Prime Time (Mon-Fri, 3-9:30 p.m.; Sat-Sun, 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m.): $242/hour + Tax
• Evening Times (after 9:30 p.m.): $177/hour + Tax

The Bloomington Ice Garden Skate School offers skating lessons year round. View the 2022-2023 BIG Skate School Brochure and Schedule for a complete list of session dates, class times and prices. 

Online registration is required - click here  

Registration deadline is 10 a.m. the day prior to the first day of class for each session.

The mission of Learn to Skate USA is to provide a fun and positive experience that will instill a lifelong love of skating. As the only ice skating program endorsed by U.S. Figure Skating, USA Hockey, US Speedskating and the Professional Skaters Association, Learn to Skate USA offers every participant a rewarding experience rooted in the lifelong benefits of ice skating.

• BIG Skate School 2022-2023 Brochure and Schedule
• BIG First Day of Skating

Skate School Curriculum 

• Snowplow Sam curriculum 
• Basic Skills 1 - 6 curriculum
• Free Skate curriculum
• Hockey curriculum
• Adult curriculum
• Synchronized curriculum

Introduction to Figure Skating
The Introduction to Figure Skating Class is the next step for skaters after passing Basic 6. Skaters will work on a variety of progressive skating skills, transitions, spins and jumps.

Edge Class
The Edge Class is intended for skaters who have passed at least Basic 6 and who are working on their US Figure Skating Moves in the Field tests. The emphasis of this class is to work on edge quality, power, extension, turn execution, continuous flow and quickness.

Have questions or need more information?  Contact Rene Gelecinskyj, Skate School Coordinator, at 952-563-4636 or rgelecinskyj@bloomingtonmn.gov. 

2023 Ice Show

Information for Participants

The annual Ice Show takes place March 17, 2023, 7 p.m. and March 18, 2023, at 1 p.m. Participant registration opens in early December.

Meet new friends and have fun! All skate school skaters are encouraged to participate, regardless of skating level. Everyone is welcome to be a part of the annual ice show.

More details, including Skate School Ice Show Information and Registration Packet, coming soon! 

Information for Guests

Ice Show tickets may be purchased in-person at Bloomington Ice Garden.  

Advance Ticket Sales (coming in March 20223) 

• Adults (19-61) - TBD
• Seniors (62+) - TBD
• Students (6-18) - TBD
• Children (5 and under) - Free

At the Door March 11 and 12

• Adults (19-61) - TBD
• Seniors (62+) - TBD
• Students (6-18) - TBD
• Children (5 and under) - Free

March 10 Dress Rehearsal

• Adults, Seniors, Students - TBD
• Children - Free 

Check out the 2022 Ice Show! 

Figure Skating Club of Bloomington 2022 Ice Show

The Basics

• One (1) hour of private ice rental.  Have the entire sheet of ice to yourself for 60 minutes!
• Private room rental.
• Free rental skates
• Fee: $250+tax

Food and Beverages

• Food and beverage add-ons can be arranged through BIG Concessions.
• Options and prices vary. 
• Or bring in your own food and beverages.
• BIG staff will provide a safe, cool and clean space for your party, and clean up afterwards as well! 

Expert Help

• Have guests who may not be proficient skaters? Not to worry. Skating instructors are available to help your party guests learn to skate.
• Fee: $50/hour/instructor.

Reservations and More Information

To make a reservation or get more details on birthday and special event options at BIG, contact us at 952-563-8841, MN Relay 711 or BIG@bloomingtonmn.gov.

Bloomington Ice Garden has spaces available for rent for a variety of meetings and other uses. See room types and information below, and then contact BIG at 952-563-8841, MN Relay 711, or big@bloomingtonmn.gov for more details. 

Multi-Purpose Room

• Size: 55' x 22'
• Capacity – 50-65 w/tables and chairs (we have both rectangular and round tables)
• 75-85 - Chairs only
• 100 – no tables or chairs
• Room amenities: Hardwood floors, exterior view, roller shades, pull down projector screen and portable projector (additional charge)

Rink 1 Meeting Room

• Size 14x22
• Conference room table for 10-12 people
• Space for additional seating (not at table) also available

General Information

• Room rental rates: $20-35/hour
• Hours:  6 a.m. - 10 p.m. (may vary throughout the year)
• Concessions: Available through Arena Concession Stand
• Projector: Available for rental from $50/hour
  • Half- and full-iday rates available

Additional Spaces

Several public spaces at BIG may also be reserved for events. Availability depends on event/activity schedule at the arena.