Dundalk Ice Dome Indoor Ice Rink In Louth
THE DUNDALK ICE DOME IS CLOSED
There is a strong possibility that the Dundalk Ice Dome could be set to reopen in the New Year.
That’s according to a letter from the Irish Ice Hockey Association’s president Aaron Guli to its members yesterday.
According to Mr Guli, the arena – which has been closed since May 2010 – will be put up for tender in the New Year with UK-based rink operator Planet Ice confirming their interest in running it to the IIHA.
Dundalk Ice Dome is home to an Olympic Sized indoor ice skating rink. Not only can you and your family enjoy ice skating at this rink all year round but you can also enjoy ice karting, ice hockey, discos on ice, figure skating, skating lessons, school tours and birthday parties. It is a great activity centre that is perfect for party venues.
If you fancy a bit to eat you can indulge in the new Ice Bar and Bistro only at Dundalk Ice Dome.
Whatever your interest in the ice you are sure to find something for you, your family and all your friends at Dundalk Icedome.
Ice Skating At Dundalk Icedome
Dundalk Ice Dome is open seven days a week and there are plenty of public skate sessions each and every day. You do need to check the timetable though at Dundalk Ice Dome as the public skating times are subject to change. Admission to the public skating is strictly on a first come first served basis and so if you are going skating in a large group it is advisable that you book in advance to ensure everyone has a place. Each ice skating session lasts at least one half hours.
In addition to the regular public skates where adult tickets cost €9 (off peak) and childrens tickets cost €7 (off peak) Dundalk Ice Dome also host the Recession Session multiple times a week. This is public ice skating but with ticket prices reduced to only €5 a ticket. Again you will need to keep an eye on the timetable for Dundalk Ice Dome to find out what times the Recession Sessions are in effect.
Disco On Ice At Dundalk Ice Dome
Irelands largest dance floor is at home at Dundalk Icedome. Every Friday Dundalk Icedome host Disco On Ice from 20.00-21.30. The ice dancing disco is always a hit and only costs €7 for under 16s and €9 for adults. They cater for large groups and will arrange transport.
Ice Karting At Dundalk Ice Dome
Dundalk Ice Dome also has an impressive ice karting arena where you can test your driving skills in minus temperatures. You can achieve speeds of up to 50mph in this fantastic indoor ice karting arena as you race around the Olympic sized ice rink. This is an ideal activity for birthday parties, team and family fun days out. Dundalk Ice Dome can offer you an Ice Kart Grand Prix, Team Races or Endurance Races to find out who the real Ice Karting King or Queen is amongst you.
All necessary equipment is provided and there is access to ladies and gents showers and changing rooms for you. Some finger food and a drink are included in the Ice Bar and Bistro for all those competing in the Grand Prix or Races.
The Grand Prix costs €45 per person and there are group discounts available for parties of 20 or more people. There are early bird rates, which costs only €30 per person but does not include food and drink in the Ice Bar and Bistro.
Prebooking is essential for ice karting at Dundalk Ice Dome and is only available Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sundays. You must be at least 14 years of age and there must be a minimum of ten people per booking.
Birthday Parties At Dundalk Ice Dome
Ice skating is always a popular party venue around the Christmas Season but at Dundalk Icedome you can go ice skating with your friends at whatever time of year your birthday falls. With your very own party host you can go ice skating for one and a half hours, enjoy forty five minutes in the special party room where you can feast on chicken tenders, burgers, hot dogs, pizza or choose from the healthy options. Dundalk Ice Dome will provide a goody bag for every member of the party, including a 2 for 1 ice skating voucher to use in future and even a birthday present for the guest of honour.
School Tours At Dundalk Ice Dome
Dundalk Icedome offer three different packages for school tours so you are sure to find one to suit. The first package offers you skating time and skate hire for €5 per student. Teachers skate free and also receive a complimentary cup of tea or coffee. During the school tours there is a rink marshal on the ice at all times.
The second package includes the same as above but will also send a coach out to your school to collect you, bring you to Dundalk Icedome and return you to your school again.
The final package entails all of the elements of the previous two packages but also supplies snacks for all teachers and students in the Ice Bar And Bistro.
Skating Lessons At Dundalk Ice Dome
Both adults and children can take skating lessons at Dundalk Icedome on Wednesdays from 19.30 – 20.30 and on Fridays 17.15 – 18.15. The cost is €12 per adult and €8 per child. This teaches the absolute basics of skating.
Dundalk Icedome also hosts the Emerald Skate Programme for beginners, which lasts six weeks and is run by the Irish Skating Association Of Ireland and a number of qualified coaches. The skaters will be split into groups of no more than ten to ensure the best development possible, with everyone skating for the exam at the end of the six week course.
The Emerald Skate Programme contains eight levels of skating, which bring you from the basics of staying on the ice to more advanced figure skating. Skaters taking part in The Emerald Skating Programme are invited to take part in both the Christmas and Spring Skating Show at Dundalk Icedome.
The Emerald Skate Programme is held on Fridays from 18.30 – 19.30 and on Saturdays from 10.15 – 11.15. Prices are currently €90 per child.
After successful completion of The Emerald Skate Programme skaters may progress onto the Junior Skate Programme, which further builds upon the skating skills with professional coaches. Again this is a six week course and only those skaters who are put forward by the coaches can take part in the examinations at the end of the course. This course runs on Thursday from 19.30 – 20.30 and on Saturdays from 9.00 – 10.00, again costing €90 per child.
