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Ice Skating in Austin – Chaparral Ice & Fields in Cedar Park

November 29, 2021 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Ice Skating in Austin – Image Credit: Chaparral Ice & Fields

While ice activities may not be the norm here in Central Texas, Chaparral Ice is curating memorable experiences for all who visit. Even when the Texas temperatures get too high, you can grab a pair of skates and glide into winter temperatures!

The Story of Chaparral Ice

Charles Collins used to drive his daughters back and forth to San Antonio, when their passion for figure skating drew them to the nearest public ice rink for practice. Eventually, he decided Austin needed its own ice skating rink, and the idea of Chaparral Ice was born. Two decades later, and now owned by Ryan Raya, the facility gets over 71,000 visitors annually and has become the heart of a tight-knit community of amateurs and professionals on the ice.

Shortly after Raya purchased Chaparral Ice, he decided to remodel the space, to upgrading the locker rooms, bathrooms, and spectator areas. The facility has also added a heated viewing area for families, and a sports bar is in the works.

Angie Vaught, general manager, says that once people have gotten a taste of the facility, they tend to stick around. Children who start off as day campers decide they want to be a part of a team when they are older.

Public Ice Skating at Chaparral Ice in Austin

Skate instructors teaching ice skating to ages 3-5
Skate instructors, Peggy Sue and Hayley, teaching ages 3-5

People of all skill levels are welcome to glide onto the ice for public skating. If you’re hesitant, there are entry-level skate classes to help you get started. Chaparral Ice also offers group activities for those feeling adventurous, but who aren’t quite ready to dive headfirst into something as challenging as hockey or figure skating. Pick up a game of broomball (similar to hockey) or dodgeball, and you won’t even have to wear skates on the ice.

Keep an eye out for themed events. Chaparral Ice has held trivia nights in the past, as well as themed dress-up nights.

Youth and Adult Hockey

Youth Hockey League in Austin Texas
Kids as young as three can join hockey leagues and competitions at Chaparral Ice

Chaparral Ice is the only NHL regulation-sized rink in Austin that’s available to the public. Several high-profile organizations use it, such as the Texas Stars, American Hockey League, and The University of Texas club team. But the rink isn’t just reserved for the pros. Adults and children, starting at age three, can join the various hockey leagues and competitions that take place throughout the year.

The hockey program is also a great way for kids to get international exposure, by playing with teams from other countries. Last year, a team went to Beijing to compete and had the experience of their young lives.

Interest piqued? Check out Texas Rising Stars recreational youth hockey league or Texas Jr. STARS competition program.

Figure Skating

Chaparral Ice has beginner and intermediate skill classes, as well as advanced private lessons for hobbyists and competitive figure skaters

Where grace meets ice, figure skating is another big program at the facility, with over 1,000 active figure skaters. You can tell the seriousness of these skaters by the amount of time some of them put into their craft. Some spend six hours a day on the ice!

Curling

Curling at Chaparral Ice

Maybe you’ve noticed, but curling has grown in popularity, and Austin refuses to be left out of the fun. The Lone Star Curling Club, the first curling club in the city, calls Chaparral Ice its home. Practices are held weekly. You can also join leagues or take learn-to-curl classes.

As you can see, there are plenty of ice activities at Chaparral Ice. No matter what your age or skill level, you’re never too cool (pun intended) to get out onto the ice.

Austin Party & Events

Chaparral Ice Party
Chaparral Ice & Fields – A great option for parties, special events!

Organize the greatest birthday party in town as  Chaparral Ice & Field has a range of party packages and catering choices to meet all of your party requirements, from balloons as well as tables to skates and beginning lessons.

They also provide a great location for corporate outings since they offer activities that encourage collaboration, enthusiasm, and fitness. Curling, group skating, broomball and dodgeball, and party rooms are among them.
Then there’s the option of getting private ice.

Chaparral Ice & Field Austin – Location

Chaparral Ice Skating: 1717 Scottsdale Dr Suite #100, Cedar Park, TX 78641, United States

Born in Austin, but raised as an Army Brat outside of Ft. Hood, Brittany didn’t find her way back to the city until 2012 when she attended St. Edward’s University. She spends her free time reading, blogging, finding the perfect outfit for her fashion-inspired Instagram, and exploring Austin one piece at a time. 

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