School Visits at the National Ice Centre
For more than a decade, we’ve delivered school ice skating experiences for children across Nottingham. Our programmes help pupils build resilience, develop new skills, and grow in confidence. Each session encourages students to stay active, try new challenges, and enjoy learning in a new environment.
The National Ice Centre sits in the heart of Nottingham City Centre. It’s home to the Nottingham Panthers ice hockey team and the elite speed skating programme that trains GB athletes, including Niall Treacy. With world‑class facilities and expert coaches, we aim to inspire the next generation and introduce young people to the excitement of ice sport.
Values at the National Ice Centre
The confidence to be brave, face challenges, and try even when it feels scary.
The ability to bounce back when things go wrong and keep moving forward.
The drive to keep going, overcome obstacles, and never give up.
Our schools programme at the National Ice Centre gives pupils the chance to step onto the ice and try something new in a dynamic environment. Each session encourages students to face challenges, respond positively to setbacks, and build confidence through regular practice. As they learn new skills, they experience personal growth and begin to see what they can achieve with persistence. These values run through every skating activity. Pupils learn to stay focused, support one another, and celebrate small wins as they progress. This approach strengthens the wider character development you nurture in school and helps children grow both on and off the ice.
Available Programmes
We offer a range of school skating sessions that support physical development, confidence building, and active learning. Schools can choose group lessons, exclusive visits, or private bookings. Every session is delivered by our experienced coaching team and adapted for different ages and abilities. This helps pupils feel supported whether they are stepping onto the ice for the first time or building on existing skills.
Our programmes also complement the school curriculum by promoting teamwork, coordination, and perseverance. With a focus on safety, progression, and enjoyment, the National Ice Centre provides an inspiring setting for school groups looking to try something new.
6-Week Lessons
Our Schools Ice Skating Programme offers a fun and structured six‑week course that helps students build confidence and develop their skills on the ice.
Students work towards our Schools Ice Skating Levels, with weekly progress checks from our coaching team. Sessions run Monday to Friday during term time, from 13:30 to 14:30, with 45 minutes of coaching and 15 minutes of supervised free skating. Available dates are listed on our booking form.
Meet the Nottingham Panthers
An exciting opportunity for students to experience ice hockey up close with the Nottingham Panthers!
Participants will have the chance to watch a live Nottingham Panthers training session, followed by a Q&A session where they can engage with players and ask questions before taking to the ice themselves.
The experience includes 1 hour on the ice, allowing students to enjoy a supervised free skate.
This initiative is available from October to March.
End of Term School Skate
Celebrate the end of term in style with a high-energy themed ice skating party on the ice!
Students enjoy one hour of free skating with music and disco lights. It’s a great way to have fun with friends. These sessions suit any occasion, from festive Christmas skates to Easter celebrations or summer send‑offs. They offer an exciting way to end the term and create lasting memories.
Private School Bookings
Give your students an unforgettable day on the ice!
Our private bookings offer one hour of exclusive ice time, giving school groups space to skate and enjoy a session tailored to their needs. For more flexibility, group bookings of 15 or more pupils allow schools to join a public skating session designed to be fun, engaging, and memorable for every student.
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