Abu Dhabi Ice Rink
Abu Dhabi Ice Rink
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The undisputed coolest place in the city for sports is Zayed Sports City Ice Rink. As the city's only Olympic-size skating surface, it hosts the most thrilling ice hockey matches and figure skating shows in the UAE. Amenities abound, including a pro-shop, a dance studio, private event space and the best pizza in town at Figaro's. Zayed Sports City Ice Rink is fun for all ages and is the best place to pop in for a recreational session, learn to skate at any age, join the figure skating team's annual show or to meet friends for a weekend disco. Coaching is available for groups and individuals from beginner to Olympic hopeful and the membership programme is sure to keep you skating all year round.
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Galle, Sri Lanka49 contributions
Jun 2012 • Friends
Its great Idea to have such a large Ice rink and maintain the standards in the middle of the desert where the out side temperature reaches more than 50 degrees celcious during summer time.
I went there as a guy who dose not have any prior experience on Ice skating but with some experience on roller skating,It took only few minutes for me to skate like a pro with some advices from the instructors readily available and ready to lend a hand when ever required.This facility is well maintained and its a great feeling one to come from the hot climate outside and get lost in the totally different world of ICE.
Fantastic Place.
I went there as a guy who dose not have any prior experience on Ice skating but with some experience on roller skating,It took only few minutes for me to skate like a pro with some advices from the instructors readily available and ready to lend a hand when ever required.This facility is well maintained and its a great feeling one to come from the hot climate outside and get lost in the totally different world of ICE.
Fantastic Place.
Written 30 May 2013
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buckinsand
Muscat, Oman20 contributions
The Abu Dhabi ice rink has recently undergone major renovations. It now features state of the art "NHL" standard boards, new lighting, new change rooms and a rejuvenated freezing system to allow for more even / consistent (and "hard") ice. .. and thus a better skating experience. The rink also features improvements to the concession stands and eating areas.
It still remains to be seen if the management of the skate rental program continues as it has in the past - less than adequate. Skates have typically been rented out without being properly sharpened and thus marginalizing and even endangering those who want to "experience" the thrill of ice skating. Skate sharpening has been seen as optional and something that the "renter" assumes responsibility for. Thus skates can be rented and then sharpened for an additional fee - something highly recommended to increase your safety and enjoyment of the experience.
Be ware of select days being set aside for "women" only skating. These are usually Thursdays but give them a call in advance to confirm.
All in all.. still a rather unique and enjoyable experience here in Abu Dhabi.
It still remains to be seen if the management of the skate rental program continues as it has in the past - less than adequate. Skates have typically been rented out without being properly sharpened and thus marginalizing and even endangering those who want to "experience" the thrill of ice skating. Skate sharpening has been seen as optional and something that the "renter" assumes responsibility for. Thus skates can be rented and then sharpened for an additional fee - something highly recommended to increase your safety and enjoyment of the experience.
Be ware of select days being set aside for "women" only skating. These are usually Thursdays but give them a call in advance to confirm.
All in all.. still a rather unique and enjoyable experience here in Abu Dhabi.
Written 18 July 2008
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Karin A
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates30 contributions
Apr 2014 • Friends
A day of fun. Located in a center commercial.Estar bajo cero, a strange feeling. Also, the price is not expensive.
Written 15 October 2014
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Atiyadlc
Makati, Philippines276 contributions
Feb 2016 • Solo
this place is dangerous. i warn you. be careful. i would rather go somewhere else to skate than here.
Written 25 February 2016
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Tareq Desouki
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates12 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
You can spend a great family time satisfies diversity of hobbies for mall ages. You can enjoy Ice skiing if you are interested yourself; or you can enjoy bowling, billiard, snooker and food
Written 6 January 2019
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Kloudia
Minnesota1 398 contributions
May 2014 • Family
we love to skate and this ice rink was good as we expected, my kids did skating never boring or say they are tired I loved the music and light affecting around
Written 29 October 2014
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nomadicpaul
Costa Mesa, CA24 contributions
Dec 2011 • Family
the coolest place in Abu Dhabi - obviously! The best rink facility in the UAE after the refurbishment, clean, bright and superb value.
Excellent coaching staff as well - and the end of year show is well worth attending. New pizza restaurant means you can eat here as well.
Excellent coaching staff as well - and the end of year show is well worth attending. New pizza restaurant means you can eat here as well.
Written 24 April 2012
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ME A
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates187 contributions
May 2018 • Family
Our children absolutely love the time they have to spend here, skates, cold, other happy souls rolling, sliding, skating around the place. There is also the usual rental and shop for kids to enjoy other things and eat "what is a parent's choice to entertain or not". Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves, child and adult alike.
Written 28 May 2018
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Sari F
La Verne, CA28 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
Unfortunately, I had terrible Experience today with my kids who are amateurs in ice skating while visiting the ice rink in Zayed Sports City. At the admission, we had to pay extra charge per kid for the safety gear! It seems to me that safety is optional at this rink with no consent of responsibility in case of any incident! Later on, one ice rink Marshall was alone in charge of the whole rink. One of my kids fell off on his knee while skating, I asked for ice pack or any other help to stop the swelling; I was surprised by one of the female security bringing some ice cubes on a tissue! I asked for ice packs or similar, she answered saying that there was one pack only and one of the players took it with him home!
Well, I reviewed most of the international rules of safety in the ice rinks like ISU or IIHF and found that this rink is not compliant to any of the safety rules and procedures.
So not recommended!
Well, I reviewed most of the international rules of safety in the ice rinks like ISU or IIHF and found that this rink is not compliant to any of the safety rules and procedures.
So not recommended!
Written 13 August 2016
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Fatts7
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates31 contributions
Jan 2015 • Friends
One of my favorite places in Abu Dhabi my second home. A fun place for families & friends to skate or even watch a hockey game live.
Written 27 January 2015
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shaimaswaleh09
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
How much is the ice skating price?
Written 3 January 2017
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