Business Details
25 Years
experience
Welcome to York City Ice Arena | York, PA's Premier Ice Sports Destination
York City Ice Arena has been a cornerstone of community engagement and athletic development in York, Pennsylvania since 2001. As part of Black Bear Sports Group, we operate a state-of-the-art facility featuring two NHL-sized ice rinks, private event spaces, and on-site partners like Top Shelf Sports and Full Circle Fitness. Our programs cater to all skill levels, from beginner Learn to Skate classes to competitive hockey leagues and figure skating training. With over 850,000 annual visitors, we serve as a hub for recreation, education, and community events. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in hockey coaching, skating instruction, and facility management.We specialize in skills development, youth sports programs, and creating accessible ice sports opportunities for diverse age groups. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our nationally-affiliated Learn to Skate curriculum and partnerships with organizations like US Figure Skating. We maintain rigorous safety standards while fostering an inclusive environment for athletes and families. Our facility supports both casual recreation through public skating sessions and elite training through specialized camps and clinics. As active community partners, we host corporate events, school field trips, and charity initiatives to promote lifelong wellness and sportsmanship.
Services
Public Skating Sessions
Hockey Clinics
Figure Skating Lessons
Arena Rentals
Learn to Skate Programs
Birthday Parties
Corporate Events
Hockey Leagues
Private Ice Time
Fitness Programs
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in ice sports facility management
- Our certified instructors follow nationally-affiliated Learn to Skate curriculum
- We provide year-round programs for all skill levels from beginner to elite
- Our dual NHL-sized rinks accommodate diverse skating and hockey needs
- We maintain partnerships with US Figure Skating and USA Hockey organizations
Services
Public Skating Sessions
Enjoy recreational ice skating during scheduled public sessions. Our NHL-sized rinks accommodate casual skaters of all ages and abilities. Skate rentals available for visitors without equipment.
Hockey Clinics
Professional hockey instruction for youth and adults. Programs focus on skating technique, stick handling, game strategy, and position-specific training from certified USA Hockey coaches.
Figure Skating Lessons
Individual and group figure skating instruction available for all levels. Certified coaches teach jumps, spins, and artistic performance with 20+ years of combined coaching experience.
Arena Rentals
Rent NHL-sized ice rinks for team practices, special events, or private parties. Facility includes locker rooms and spectator seating for various event configurations.
Learn to Skate Programs
US Figure Skating-affiliated lessons for beginners through advanced skaters. Structured curriculum develops fundamental skills for hockey, figure skating, or recreational skating goals.
People
Ed Brenner
General Manager
Ed Brenner leads daily operations at York City Ice Arena with extensive experience in sports facility management and community programming development.
Liz Locker
Director of Learn to Skate
Liz Locker oversees skating instruction programs with expertise in curriculum development and youth sports education initiatives.
Joe Jaskot
Hockey Director
Joe Jaskot directs hockey operations with 15+ years coaching experience at youth AA/AAA levels and NCAA Division 3 playing background.
Cari Bowen
Figure Skating Director
Cari Bowen manages figure skating programs with 20+ years coaching experience and certifications from US Figure Skating and PSA.
Jon Benchich
Learn to Play Director
Jon Benchich directs youth hockey development with NCAA coaching experience and expertise in college hockey recruitment processes.
Questions
What programs does York Ice Arena offer for beginners?
We offer Learn to Skate programs for ages 3+ with 45-minute classes focusing on basic skating skills, hockey fundamentals, and figure skating techniques.
Are skate rentals available at the facility?
Yes, skate rentals are available during public skating sessions and included in Frozen 5K event registration fees.
Can I host private events at York Ice Arena?
Our facility features private party rooms available for rental supporting corporate events, birthday parties, and community gatherings.
What hockey opportunities exist for youth players?
We offer youth hockey programs from Learn to Play through competitive AA teams, with coaching from experienced NCAA and USA Hockey-certified staff.
Reviews (5)
Kelly Tompkins
Mar 25, 2022
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Nice rink with the amenities! Concession stand with a wide variety of foods including breakfast sandwiches, chili, and rice bowls! Nice to see when you spend so much time at ice rinks!
Beatriz Garcia
Mar 07, 2022
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Great environment here, it's a great location for the family to enjoy some ice skating time, great place to rent spaces for different occasions. Definitely recommend
Legend Oflex
Mar 06, 2022
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Every time I've called this place to find out when the public skating is open, I've come on the days that they said would be available, only to be told when I get there that public skating is unavailable that day the one time I actually got in when they said it was open it was fine, but only open for two hours.it would be nice if this place could set one regular set time and day where it is just for public use. Or at least not change the availability after confirming that it should be available a specific day
Madisyn Ruane
Feb 13, 2022
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I called 6 times and only one of the times they answered the website is not correct and their free skate hours are incorrect.
Tom Clavin
Jan 16, 2022
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I coach and I ALWAYS insist that my players clean the locker room when they're done (it's an individual responsibility to clean up after themselves). The staff may have been busy, but (sorry) the locker rooms were the filthiest I have ever seen (toilets, trash, etc.)
