Rochester NY/Toronto CA Ice Hockey

[nystromshairstylist]

I am heading to Rochester NY and Toronto for a few days of vacation in each place over the next few weeks.

Assuming (and that is a big if) the wife lets me bring my equipment, I would be looking to get in a skate or two, like at an open hockey session one evening in each town.

Are there rinks any of you locals in those cities would recommend, and at what night/times?

I am an adult beginner, so an open hockey that doesn't have too many superstars would be preferable.

[Dump and Chase]

Originally Posted by nystromshairstylist

I am heading to Rochester NY and Toronto for a few days of vacation in each place over the next few weeks.

Assuming (and that is a big if) the wife lets me bring my equipment, I would be looking to get in a skate or two, like at an open hockey session one evening in each town.

Are there rinks any of you locals in those cities would recommend, and at what night/times?

I am an adult beginner, so an open hockey that doesn't have too many superstars would be preferable.

I was going to take a crack at you over the bolded part but instead I will try and be constructive.


Surely your wife has some things that she wants to do on your vacation that doesn't get your blood pumping. Give her what she wants: shopping, spa, sightseeing, whatever in exchange for you getting to bring your gear and go for a couple of skates.


Negotiate that **** with her instead of begging for it.

[Gino 14]

I would check with ESL in Rochester.

[Jimmy Carter]

Originally Posted by Gino 14

I would check with ESL in Rochester.

I second this notion

[Acew61]

Originally Posted by Gino 14

I would check with ESL in Rochester.

Thirded

[sjmay*]

What part of Toronto will you be staying in? There is pretty much a rink on every corner, just depends on the area,

Check out www.hockeytoronto.com

[JRZ DVLS]

Originally Posted by Acew61

Thirded

I will too. Probably the easiest one to find also since its right off 390 i believe.
http://www.tscmcc.com/
Called The Sports Centre at MCC Now

basic Skate and shoot (helmet/Gloves reqd)
Monday-Friday 11:30am-12:50pm

Exception: None August 2,3,4,5,6,30,31
Not sure if they have open hockey though may wan tot call them (585) 424-4625

Another question is where are you vacationing in Rochester...I thought i was the only crazy one to do that (only because my In-laws live there)

Depend s on where you are staying though as to where to play


http://www.arenamaps.com/search.php?...eld=arena_name
I used to play at Thomas Creek in Fairport way back when.

[Rink Bum]

For the Toronto area and for beginners or Low-Mid

Pavillion Arena - fnhockey.ca - Fridays at 10pm or so - run by Mike

Rinx or Canlan York (two locations)- adulthockeyclub.com - various days and time as well as levels - registration required - so make an account ahead of time if you want to sign up - run by Claude

Etobicoke Canlan - westendshinny.ca - Fridays only - run by Lilie

Check out the sites for more information. I haven't played at the westendshinny yet, but as for the other two, good group of gals/guys and different skill/age ranges.