June 3rd-4th | June 10th-August 27th | September 2nd-4th
We are excited to announce that construction has started for the gym expansion project and 8 outdoor pickleball courts at the Talbot County Community Center! Parking may be a little tricky though but the front and north side parking lots will be open.
Ice Skating
Roller Skating 2023
- Admission $5 | Skate Rental $2
- 7:00-9:00pm
- Fridays, June 23rd-August 18th
Private roller skating parties are offered on Saturdays and Sundays. Please call or email us for availability.
Public Ice Skating 2023-2024
Starting September 15th
Admission: $ | Skate Rental: $
Public Skating Hours:
- Wednesday – Fridays: 1:00-3:00pm
- Friday Evenings: 6:30-8:30pm
- Saturdays: 7:00-9:00pm
- Sundays: 2:30-4:30pm
Attention: Dates and times are subject to change, please check our website or Facebook page for changes.
Me & My Little One- Starting September 18th
Come skate with your little one! For skaters under 10 years old. Helmets and walkers are available on a first come first serve basis. Me & My Little One is $5.00 per child which includes skate rental. Accompanying adults are free.
- Mondays & Wednesdays: 9:00-10:00am
Ice Skating Programs & Information
Jamie Webb
The Jamie Webb Ice Hockey program is for children ages 4-12 years old that are able to skate. If your child cannot skate, we recommend that he or she take a class in our Learn-to-Skate program before participating in Jamie Webb. You may request hockey skates for your child during the Learn-to-Skate lesson. Participants new to the Jamie Webb program are recommend to start in the Juniors class, regardless of age.
The Jamie Webb class will focus on basic skating and balance and focus on edge control, starting, stopping, turning, etc. All of the equipment is provided and to be returned at the end of the season. Players keep the hockey stick and jersey.
AGE GROUPS AND TIMES:
- Seniors (Ages 8-12): 7:30-8:20AM
- Juniors/Beginners (Ages 4-8): 8:25-9:15AM
SESSION FEE:
- Mini Session: $40 ($15 late registration fee)
- Full Sessions: $85 ($15 late registration fee)
SESSION DATES:
- Mini-Session: September 16, 23, 30 (Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 7)
- Session I: October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11 (Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 28)
- Session II: November 18, December 2, 9, 16, January 6, 13 (Deadline: Thursday, Nov. 9)
- Session III: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 2 (Deadline: Thursday, Jan. 18)
- Session IV: TBD
Learn to Skate
Learn-to-Skate Lessons 2023-2024
The Learn-to-Skate Program offers classes for all ice skating skill levels, starting at age three. Included in your lesson there may be practice time available before or after your lesson.
SESSION FEES
- Mini Session: $40 ($15 late registration fee)
- Full Sessions: $85 ($15 late registration fee)
LEVEL TIMES (TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE):
Mondays-
- Tots- 5:00-5:30pm
- Intro- 5:30-6:00pm
- Pre-Alpha 1 & Pre-Alpha 2- 6:00-6:30pm
- Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta- 6:00-6:30pm
- Freestyle- 6:30-7:00pm
Saturdays-
- Tots- 9:30-10:00am
- Intro- 10:00-10:30am
- Pre-Alpha 1 & Pre-Alpha 2- 10:30-11:00am
- Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Delta- 11:00-11:30am
- Freestyle- 11:30am-12:00pm
SESSION DATES:
Saturdays-
- Mini-Session: September 16, 23, 30 (Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 7)
- Session I: October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11 (Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 28)
- Session II: November 18, December 2, 9, 16, January 6, 13 (Deadline: Thursday, Nov. 9)
- Session III: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 2 (Deadline: Thursday, Jan. 18)
- Session IV: TBD
Mondays-
- Session I: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6 (Deadline: Monday, Sept. 25)
- Session II: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18 (Deadline: Monday, Nov. 6)
- Session III: January 15, 22, 29, February 12, 19, 26 (Deadline: Monday, Jan. 8)
- Session IV: TBD
*There are no makeup classes or proration for missed classes
Homeschool Learn to Skate
Homeschool Learn-to-Skate Lessons
The Homeschool Learn-to-Skate Program offers classes for all ice skating skill levels, starting at age three. Included in your lesson there may be practice time available before or after your lesson.
Lessons are 30-minutes each week. Participants will receive an email with the class time. Class times will be adjusted to accommodate number of skaters in each level.
- Fee: $85 ($15 late registration fee)
- When: Wednesdays. Participants will be placed in classes based on level and age between 10:30am-12:30pm. Time of lessons will be determined based on the number of skaters.
SESSION DATES:
Wednesdays
- Session I: October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8 (Deadline: Wednesday, Sept. 27)
- Session II: November 15, 29, December 6, 13, January 3, 10 (Deadline: Wednesday, Nov. 8)
- Session III: January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28 (Deadline: Wednesday, Jan. 17)
- Session IV: TBD
Learn to Skate- Hockey Edition
The Learn to Skate- Hockey Edition curriculum is designed to strengthen the fundamentals of hockey skating. Skaters will increase their power and quickness, learn critical transitions, and become more agile on the ice. Proper skating techniques are the primary focus of the lessons. All elements will be taught without a stick or puck. Skaters will learn the necessary fundamentals of power skating to be successful in game situations. Skaters should have completed Pre-Alpha 2 or be proficient in skating forward and backwards prior to enrolling in this class. Each session will consist of 6 classes of 30-minute lessons. Skates and helmets will be provided, if needed.
- Fee: $85 per session
- Session 1: Mondays
- 6:00-6:30pm
- October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6
- Deadline: Monday, Sept. 25
- Session 2: Saturdays
- 11:00-11:30am
- October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11
- Deadline: Thursday, Sept. 28
Showtime Class
Showtime is an exciting group performance class; a special 6 week Learn-to-Skate class that will incorporate various skills such as synchronized skating and freestyle elements. Open to skaters age 6-year-old to adult, enrolled in Learn to Skate levels Pre-Alpha 1 and up. Skaters will learn a group routine to be performed in the Talbot Figure Skating Team Winter or Spring Exhibition. Sign up today to be a part of this fun group performance opportunity!
- Fee: $100 per session (Includes Costume Accessories and Props)
- When: Saturdays, 11:30am-12:00pm
- Session 1: November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16 (deadline: Thursday, Oct. 26)
- TFST Winter Exhibition– TBD
- Session 2: January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 2 (deadline: Thursday, Jan. 18)
- TFST Spring Exhibition– TBD
Power & Edges Skate
Power & Edges skating in particular helps to develop more explosive acceleration, powerful strides, agility and balance on the ice. Power & Edges ice skating techniques focus on both speed and strength training, along with practicing proper skating techniques, including body positioning and balancing drills. Because a beginning level of edge mastery and understanding is required, this class is for skaters in Freestyle Levels, or by request.
- $90 per session
- Sundays, 5:45-6:30pm
- Session 1: October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10
- Session 2: January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25
- Session 3: TBD
Adult Ice Skating Lessons
It’s never to late to learn the basic skills of ice skating! Learn balance, forward moving, stops, swizzles, and more. What a great way to exercise and have fun at the same time! Lessons include six classes of 30-minute lessons. Practice time is available before each lesson. Skate Rental is included and helmets are highly recommended.
- $85 per session
- Mondays, 6:30-7:00pm
- Ages 15 & up
- Session 1: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6 (Deadline: Monday, Sept. 25)
- Session 2: November 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18 (Deadline: Monday, Nov. 6)
- Session 3: January 15, 22, 29, February 12, 19, 26 (Deadline: Monday, Jan. 8)
- Session 4: TBD
Adult Ice Hockey
Adult Rec Hockey
- Dates: TBD
- Time: TBD
- Who: Ages 18+
- Fee: $20/per person. Pay at the door (cash/check ONLY)
Freestyle Sessions
Freestyle Sessions are designed to provide an opportunity for skaters to practice their skills. The following Skating Etiquette Guidelines need to be followed to participate in these sessions. Prior registration is not required.
- Fee: $15 per session
- Punch Cards: $150 for 10 sessions (11th session FREE!)
- Available starting mid-September for purchase during regular office hours only (Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm)
Freestyle Sessions 2022-23 (through April 28):
- Sundays – 4:45-5:45pm (No FS on 4/9)
- Tuesdays – 4:30-5:30 and 5:30-6:30pm
- Fridays – 4:15-5:15pm and 5:15-6:15pm
SKATING ETIQUETTE GUIDELINE
- Failure to pay will result in you being removed from the ice.
- Skaters must be proficient in forwards and backwards skating, maneuvering around others, changing directions and stopping quickly.
- Skaters must make sure they steer clear of other skaters when others or they are practicing jumps, spirals, camel spins, etc.
- Hockey skates, sitting on barrier, sitting on ice, personal headsets, unsportsmanlike behavior, and gathering into groups are not permitted.
- Private instructors need to be approved by TCPR at 410-770-8050
- Individuals who participate in freestyle are required to sign in and pay the freestyle fee in full. Payment is required even if taking a private lesson.
Stick & Puck
Stick & Puck
You can enjoy time to practice skating, puck handling, and shooting! Helmet, gloves, skates, and sticks are required. Adults are welcome on the ice to practice with your child as well.
Fee: $10 per skater (each child and each adult)
- Dates TBD
Skate Sharpening
*PLEASE CALL DURING OFF-SEASON*
SCHEDULE:
- Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:00PM *BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
$10 per pair of skates
No drop-offs, MUST wait for your skates to be sharpened.
Ice Skating Birthday Parties
Party Package Includes:
- Private Party Room (2 Hours)
- Tables and Chairs
- Public Skate Admission
- Skate Rental and Helmets
You may bring your own food, drinks, and decorations. All decorations must be applied using blue painters tape.
Ice Skating Parties available September-February.
Basic Party
1-10 skaters
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Saturdays: 7:00-9:00 PM
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Sundays: 2:30-4:30 PM
Deluxe Party
11-20 skaters
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Saturdays: 7:00-9:00 PM
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Sundays: 2:30-4:30 PM
Special Events
Our Ice Rink is open October-March. Click the button below to see all of our Special Events on our Special Events page.
- Halloween BOOnanza!
- Skate with Santa
- Daddy Daughter Valentine Ice Skate
- Mother Son Valentine Ice Skate
- Skate for Hunger
Ice Rink Rules
Recreation Program Information
- Registration
We make the registration process easy by offering various ways to register for our programs! We offer online registration, registration by mail, registration by fax, registration by e-mail, or you can simply stop by to see us. If you choose to complete a registration form by fax or e-mail we will contact you for payment once we receive the registration form. Registration forms will be accepted Monday through Friday from 8 AM until 4:30 PM.
- refund policy
If Talbot County Parks and Recreation cancels a program for any reason, a full refund will be given. If you withdraw three business days prior to the start of the program, you will receive a full refund. No refund will be given if you cancel after the program or event has taken place. No cash refunds will be given. Refunds take 14-21 days to be processed or a credit will be added to your account.
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