Arena Programs - Stowe Parks and Recreation

Stowe Arena Programs

Second Annual Don Post Memorial Co-Ed Hockey Tournament-

The Friends of Stowe Jackson Arena invite adult hockey players to the second annual Don Post Memorial Co-Ed Hockey Tournament! Registration is now open at https://secure.rec1.com/VT/stowe-vt/catalog. Cost to play is $75 for players, and no fee for goalies.

This one-day tournament is a fundraiser to support Stowe Youth Hockey’s scholarship fund and other Stowe Arena programs. There will be 8 teams comprised of 13 players and one goalie. Each team will play one game in the morning and one game in the afternoon.

Important dates:

Registration deadline- October 7th

Team assignments sent to participants- October 11th

Tournament- Saturday, October 15th from 8am-5pm

Tournament Rules:

Teams will be formed using a blind draw by player level. Participants will be contacted by the Friends via email to receive their team assignment and game times.

Games will consist of two 25 minute running time periods.

No slap shots and no checking of any kind, but in honor of Don, hanging by the blue line will be encouraged.

Players will be permitted to score one goal per period.

Have fun!

The Friends of Stowe Jackson Arena is a 501(c)(3) organization. All donations made to the Friends are tax deductible to the full extent allowed by law.

Please contact the Stowe Parks and Recreation Department at (802)253-6138 with any questions.

Youth Learn to Skate-

A Stowe Youth Hockey instructor will teach skating strategies for children who have no prior experience on the ice. The focus will be on developing strength, balance, and coordination; skaters will play games to practice their new skills and build confidence in a positive and supportive environment. Helmets are required. Participants may wear hockey, figure, or recreational skates. Skate rentals are included if your skater does not have their own.

Wednesdays, November 2 – January 25 3:45pm-4:30pm or Saturdays, November 5 – January 28th 8:00am-8:45am

4-10 years old $50/ child

Stowe Youth Hockey Learn to Play-

Our LEARN TO PLAY sessions are designed for children with some skating skills, who are looking to learn more about the fun sport of hockey while learning the fundamentals in full hockey gear. We have hockey gear to lend should your child need it. Registration for these sessions is done here.

Stowe Rec Skating Programs

Beginner Figure Skating-

Session 1- Sundays, October 2- November 20 2:30-3pm

Session 2- Sundays, January 8- February 19 1:30pm-2pm

Ages 5-14 years old. $110 Stowe resident/ $120 non-resident

Before skaters can learn to jump or spin on the ice, they need to master the basics. Beginners start by learning how to fall and get back up and how to find their balance on the ice; skills include marches, forward swizzles, backward wiggles, two-foot glides, and beginning snowplow stops. This program will focus on developing agility, balance, and coordination as the foundation for more advanced figure skating skills; skaters will be encouraged to work at their own pace in a positive and supportive environment. Helmets or thick hats and mittens/gloves are recommended. Instructors may determine that your child should be in another skill level and may switch kids as necessary so they benefit the most from the program.

Intermediate Beginner Skating-

Session 1- Sundays, October 2- November 20 3:05pm-3:35pm

Session 2- Sundays, January 8- February 19 2:05pm-2:35pm

Ages 6-14 years old. $110 Stowe resident/ $120 non-resident

Skaters who have mastered the basics can progress to more advanced and challenging skating skills. Skaters in this group learn how to turn “swizzles” into correct forward stroking; skills include one-foot glides, two-foot turns, slaloms, forward edges on the circle, and beginning forward crossovers. Helmets or thick hats and mittens/gloves are recommended. Instructors may determine that your child should be in another skill level and may switch kids as necessary so they benefit the most from the program.

Adult Skating-

Session 1- Sundays, October 2- November 20 3:40pm-4:10pm

Session 2- Sundays, January 8- February 19 2:40pm-3:10pm

Ages 18+. $110 Stowe resident/ $120 non-resident

Our Adult Skating program has really grown, and we’d love to invite you to join us! This class will teach the basic skills for the adult skater, including those who are new to the ice and those who want to develop confidence while improving the skills they already have. Skaters may wear figure, hockey, or recreational skates, and the skating style will be determined by the participants. Skaters are encouraged to work at their own pace in a welcoming and positive environment. Helmets or thick hats and mittens/gloves are strongly recommended.

Upcoming Arena Events-

Halloween Costume Skate- Saturday, October 29th 3:30-5pm

Join in on the Halloween fun as we celebrate by having a costume party on the ice! Come ready to play with music, snacks, face painting and more! Public skating fees apply.

Skate with Santa- Details will be posted soon