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Michigan Technological University Recreation

Michigan Technological University Recreation

Open Skating

Fall 2025 Semester Schedule

  • Free to Michigan Tech students and SDC Members
  • Included in the purchase of an SDC Action Pass or SDC Day Pass
  • $10 General Public Admission (skating only)
  • $5.50 Skate Rental
  • $5 Skate Aide Rental
 

Requirements for Entry

General Public & SDC Members

  • Weekdays

    • Non-Members of the SDC must go to the ticket office, pay general admission, and receive a wristband.
    • SDC Members must go to the Ticket Office to verify their status and receive a wristband.
    • All general public and SDC Access Holders must show their wristband to the Skate Guard at entry to the ice.
  • Sundays

    • Non-Members of the SDC must make payment using the QR code at the Skate Rental Center, show their receipt to the attendant, and receive a stamp to gain access.
    • SDC Members must verify their access with the Skate Rental Center Attendant and receive a stamp to gain access.
    • All general public and SDC Access Holders must show their stamp to the Skate Guard at entry to the ice.

Michigan Tech Student

  • Weekdays

    • Tap student ID with Skate Guard at entry to the ice.
    • Free for Student Spouse/Partner and Dependents with I.D. Student Spouse/Partner and Dependents will need to verify their access at the Ticket Office and receive a wristband.
  • Sundays

    • Tap student ID with Skate Guard at entry to the ice and receive a stamp to gain access.
    • Free for Student Spouse/Partner and Dependents with I.D. Student Spouse/Partner and Dependents will need to verify their access at the Skate Rental Center and receive a stamp for admission.
 

General Public Open Skate General Admission

 

Equipment

Skate Rental / Skate Aide Rental

Skate Aide 1Skate Aides Stacked

Just learning how to skate? We've got you covered, you can now rent skates as well as our new skate aides! Our skate aides are designed to help first time skaters stay up on the ice. The skate aides are wheelchair friendly and stackable for participants of all heights.
  • Skate Rental can be purchased for $5.50 and Skate Aide Rental can be purchased for $5 at the SDC Ticket office or using the QR code located at the Skate Rental Center.
  • Bring your ticket down to the Skate Rental Center or show your receipt to the Skate Rental Center attendant to receive your equipment.
  • Equipment rental form/waiver wil be required annually.
  • Equipment is first come, first serve (limited inventory).
  • Must be returned at the end of the session.

Free Helmet Issue

  • Check a helmet out at the Skate Rental Center at no cost
  • First come, first serve (limited inventory)
  • Must be returned at the end of the session
 

Rules

Obey the Skate Guards' instructions, or you could lose your skating privileges.

  • Helmets (or protective headgear) required.
  • MTU is not responsible for personal belongings and lost or stolen items.
  • Locker rooms will not be available, but an area to put skates on will be provided.
  • Mini storage lockers are available (limited number).
  • You must have ice skates on at all times when you are on the ice.
  • Figure skating tricks should be done in the center, not near the edges.
  • No hockey sticks, pucks, or balls.
  • No skating against traffic.
  • No sitting on boards or throwing objects on ice (ie snowballs).
  • No speed skating, pushing, pulling, trains, conga lines, chase or tag games.
  • No food or beverages are allowed on the ice.
  • No abusive or profane language.
  • No tobacco (smoked or chew).

THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED FOR YOUR SAFETY AND EQUAL ENJOYMENT OF THE FACILITY.


 

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