Tie up your skates and jump on the ice during a range of drop-in hockey sessions.

Drop-in schedule Rates and passes    

Drop-in hockey programming 

Drop-In Hockey – A competitive but friendly fast-paced session for all hockey lovers looking for some ice time. Open to both novice and experienced players alike. 

Women & Old-timer’s Drop-In Hockey – This session is designed for a less competitive pace of play. ‘Old-timers’ must be 35+ years based on CARHA standards. Level of play is to be representative of a novice level. Not recommended for “A” or “Rec” division hockey players.

Women & 50+ Drop-In Hockey – This session is designed for seniors (50 years and older) and women who are looking for a slower pace of play. Novice players (45 years and older) are also welcome. Aggressive play will not be tolerated. Full hockey equipment required.

Book your drop-in hockey session 

Book your drop-in hockey session up to 72 hours in advance, online through your Xplor Recreation account, or by phone (604-935-7529) during operating hours.  

12-hour cancellation policy in effect

Reservations can be cancelled without penalty, up to 12-hours before your timeslot by emailing recreation@whistler.ca or calling 604-935-PLAY (7529) and leaving a message.

 **Please note that you cannot cancel bookings online**

No-shows or cancellations within 12 hours – You will be charged for your missed visit:

  • Drop-in admissions will not be refunded
  • Drop-in hockey passes: A punch will be taken off of your pass (as if you had visited the facility)
  • Passes will be frozen until all fees are collected
  • Guests who repeatedly no-show or cancel inside of 12 hours could lose their booking privileges and temporary access to the facility

Illness: Guests who cancel due to illness will not be charged a cancellation fee, but for precautionary reasons, all upcoming bookings will be cancelled as long as symptoms persist. 

Drop-in hockey rules

  • Maximum 24 players and 2 goalies per session.
  • All participants must pre-register, and pay admission or scan a valid hockey pass, prior to attending a session.
  • All participants must sign-in at the front desk before entering the arena, no more than 45 minutes before the start of the session.
  • Sessions are not supervised but random checks are made to ensure accurate attendance and an appropriate level of play; aggressive conduct will not be tolerated.
  • Minimum age requirement is 16 years old. Parents must complete a parental consent form for players between the ages of 16-18 years inclusive. This consent form is kept on file until player reaches 19 years of age.
  • Full hockey equipment is mandatory including a CSA approved helmet.
  • Body contact is not permitted.

PAR-Q+ participant questionnaire

The Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q+) will tell you whether it is necessary for you to seek further advice from a doctor or qualified exercise professional prior to engaging in physical activity.

Facility information

The ice rink is located at Meadow Park Sports Centre 8625 on Highway 99, Whistler

It is a NHL-sized arena, that is used by local skating leagues, skate clubs, skating development programs, as well as available to the public during drop-in sessions.

Arena maintenance closures

In effort to keep the facility safe and operable for all to enjoy, the arena may close for scheduled maintenance.  Visit whistler.ca/notices for all facility update and closure information. 

Other arena programming available