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The Dryden Memorial Arena offers a variety of programs, club and services for all ages. With two arenas and the option of dry or ice surfaces, there are many activities to enjoy.
Please note that ice times are subject to change and cancellation. Call 807-223-1425 ext. 5 before attending any program or Public Skates.
Fees listed below include 13% HST.
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You can buy up a 6-Admissions Pass, which is a stamp card that provides you with six admissions to Stick & Puck, 50+ Skating and 50+ Hockey.
Please note that a 6-Admissions Pass gives you one free admission! It does not expire and may be shared.
6-Admissions Pass fees (13% HST included):
| Type of Pass | Cost for Residents | Cost for Non-Residents |
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| Adult (19 to 59 years old) |
$42.83 |
$55.14 |
| Youth (6 to 18 years old) |
$25.88 |
$34.01 |
| Senior (60+ years old) |
$25.88 |
$34.01 |
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| Public Skate |
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Join us for Public Skate every Monday and Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Public Skate activity invites skaters of all ages and skill levels to enjoy some ice time at Dryden Memorial Arena. Please note that Public Skate may be cancelled when there is a special event scheduled.
Public Skate fees:
| Type of Fee | Cost for Residents | Cost for Non-Residents |
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| Adult (19 to 59 years old) |
$5.31 |
$6.78 |
| Youth (6 to 18 years old) |
$2.94 |
$3.73 |
| Senior (60+ years old) |
$2.94 |
$3.73 |
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| Arena Walking |
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An easy way to stay active is by joining one of our free Arena Walking programs. Recreation walking routes were designed under the Communities in Action Fund and the Dryden Walks Around the World Project, 12 walking routes were designed, starting and ending at the Dryden Recreation Complex.
Along these routes there are signs posted to assist with course-plotting throughout the community. The program has beginner, moderate and advanced routes. In 2007, Dryden collectively walked the circumference of the planet - 40,075 km!
Our Indoor Arena Walking program runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please note that Indoor Arena Walking may be cancelled for special events.
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| Stick & Puck |
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Come and play hockey for an hour during our Stick & Puck program. Full equipment is mandatory for ages 13 and under. Helmets and gloves are required for those aged 14+. Independent skills only, no organized games.
Stick & Puck fees:
| Type of Fee | Cost for Residents | Cost for Non-Residents |
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| Adult (19 to 59 years old) |
$8.81 |
$11.75 |
| Youth (6 to 18 years old) |
$5.76 |
$7.80 |
| Senior (60+ years old) |
$5.76 |
$7.80 |
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| Tiny Tots Skating |
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Our free Tiny Tots Skating program offers kids (6 years old and younger) basic skating lessons they can do with their parents or guardians. This program is great for small children who are just learning to skate.
Join us for Tiny Tots Skating from October 2023 to March 2024.
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| 50+ Skate |
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The 50+ Skate program at Dryden Memorial Arena offers older adults a chance to come and enjoy some skating time. This program is only open to adults 50 years old and older.
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| 50+ Hockey |
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Our 50+ Hockey program offers older adults a chance to play some hockey! This program is only open to adults who are 50 years old or older.
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| Dryden Hockey School |
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Take your game to the next level on and off the ice! Dryden Hockey School is a one-week clinic that builds and improves basic and advanced hockey skills with local instructors Randy Allen, Bill Brunton and many more. This program is certified and recognized by Hockey Northwestern Ontario.
Program options include:
- Rookie Camp
- Intermediate and Senior Skills Camp
- Pro-Camp
Register for Dryden Hockey School at the Pool and Fitness Centre desk. Registration is now closed until 2024. For more information, contact the Pool and Fitness Centre directly.
Coaches
Randy Allen: With a 30-year history of coaching hockey, from IP to Junior A, Randy is actively involved in hockey locally as well as abroad. Hockey Canada Coach Clinic Instructor and Hockey Canada Mentorship programs gave Randy the opportunity to study and train in Finland. He is also a High Performance One certified coach.
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You can book and rent the Dryden Memorial Arena's facilities. Please view the rental fees listed below.
| Ice rentals |
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Rent the Dryden Memorial Arena ice surfaces for team practices or group activities. For rentals, please call 807-223-1425 ext. 5.
Ice rental fees for teams and groups (13% HST not included):
| Type of Rental | Cost for Residents | Cost for Non-Residents |
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| Minors (18 years old and under) |
$98.30 per hour |
$122.60 per hour |
| Adults (19+ years old) |
$150.50 per hour |
$186.80 per hour |
| Weekly Daytime Ice Rental for Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (excluding tournaments, camps, clinics and special events) |
$51.90 per hour |
$62.30 per hour |
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| Special events (tournaments, camps and games) |
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You can rent the arenas for tournaments, special events, sports camps or to organize a fun game for a large group of people. For Special Event rentals, please call 807-223-1425 ext. 5.
Special event rental fees (13% HST not included):
| Type of Rental | Cost for Residents | Cost for Non-Residents |
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| Minors (18 years old and under) |
$113.90 per hour |
$142.40 per hour |
| Adults (19+ years old) |
$162.30 per hour |
$202.80 per hour |
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| Schools |
| We welcome schools in the Dryden community to book our arena for events and activities for students to enjoy! We accept school bookings for weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
School rental fees (13% HST not included):
- Residents, $51.90 per hour
- Non-residents, $62.30 per hour
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| Dry floor rentals |
| During the summer months, the Dryden Memorial Arena offers summer arena rentals of its dry floor surface. Please call 807-223-1425 ext. 5 for dry floor rental rates. |
| Locker rentals |
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Dryden Memorial Arena has lockers also available for rent. For locker rentals, please call 807-223-1425 ext. 5.
Locker rental fees (13% HST not included):
| Type of Rental | Cost for Residents | Cost for Non-Residents |
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| Seasonal |
$75.30 |
$93.40 |
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| Equipment rentals |
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There is equipment available for rent and use at the Dryden Memorial Arena. For equipment rentals, please call 807-223-1425 ext. 5.
Equipment rental fees (13% HST not included):
| Item | Cost for Residents Per Day | Cost for Non-Residents Per Day |
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| Chairs (less than 100) |
$1.30 per chair |
$1.60 per chair |
| Chairs (more than 100) |
$1.20 per chair |
$1.40 per chair |
| Portable Staging (24" x 16" plus accessories) |
$332.00 |
$415.00 |
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