So you want to skate?
Come visit us at the Sub-Zero Ice Center. Open hockey, freestyle figure, and public skate are all offered. Make sure you protect your head! Bring your own helmet or rent one from us at the Rink Services desk.
Both instructional lessons and informal drop-in opportunities are available in this state of the art space.
SUB-ZERO ICE CENTER
1976 Observatory Dr
Madison WI, 53706
(608) 262 - 8244
ICE SCHEDULES
Public Skate is open for recreational, beginner, and advanced skaters to enjoy time on the ice.
Instruction by skating professionals during Rec Skate is prohibited. Our staff has the authority to stop any activity that may create safety or maintenance concerns. Skating direction is at the discretion of the staff on duty.
Freestyle Figure Skating is a chance for figure skaters to work on their skills in an environment dedicated solely to figure skating. Skaters are required to repair divots created from jumps, slush will be provided for this purpose.
Stick and puck is a chance for players ages 18 and up to practice skills in a non-competitive setting. A helmet and gloves are required, and full hockey gear is recommended. Helmets can be rented from the front desk for $2. Goalies are welcome but competitive games are not allowed during stick and puck. Proof of age is required.
Open Hockey is a chance for players ages 18 and up to compete in pick-up hockey games. A helmet with a face cage and hockey gloves are required, and full hockey gear is recommended. Helmets can be rented from the front desk for $2. The first two goalies to arrive for each session will be admitted at no charge. Proof of age is required. 30 player maximum attendance. First come first served.
FEES & RENTALS
A valid Rec Well membership or photo ID card is required.
| UW Student & Youth | $4 |
| Rec Well Member | $5 |
| Non-Rec Well Member | $6 |
A valid Rec Well membership or photo ID card is required. Skate rentals are available to all Sub-Zero Ice Arena users and can be purchased at the Sub-Zero Ice Arena Member Services Office.
| One-time rental | $3 |
Purchase a Skate Pass for unlimited access to our Public Skate, 18 & Older Open Hockey, 18 & Older Stick & Puck, and Freestyle Figure Skating. Public Skate and Freestyle Figure Skating are open to all ages. Participants must be at least 18 years of age and wear a helmet and gloves to participate (full hockey gear is recommended) in 18 & Older Open Hockey & Stick & Puck.
| Semester/Summer | Semester/Summer + Skate Rental* | Fall – Spring | Fall – Spring + Skate Rental* | |
| UW Student & Youth | $40 | $60 | $70 | $90 |
| Rec Well Member |
$50 | $70 | $90 | $110 |
| Non-Rec Well Member** |
$60 | $80 | $110 | $120 |
| Small | Tall | |
| Fall + Spring (UW Students Only) September 4, 2024 – May 12, 2025 |
– | $80 |
| Summer (Available to anyone) May 20, 2024 – August 23, 2024 |
– | $40 |
Getting There
Parking:
- Lot 67 (located across the street from the Bakke): hourly parking rates
- Lot 36 (Observatory Drive ramp): hourly parking rates
- Bike stalls are available in front of the Bakke
- For more parking information, please contact UW Transportation
Bus:
- Convenient bus lines include the 28, 38, 65, 80, 82, and 84
BCycle:
- The nearest station is located outside of Bakke on the east side