AYHA Friday Night Open Skating Rules 

1. All participants must wear skates while on the ice surface. Those without skates will not be permitted on the ice surface.
2. No one is allowed in the ice surface until the Zamboni doors are closed.
3. Player’s benches, locker rooms and the penalty boxes are off limits. Skaters should not sit on the boards.
4. Chairs, sleds, strollers, pylons and other obstructions are not permitted on the ice surface.
5. Food and drink are not permitted on the ice surface or players boxes. All refreshments (food and drinks) must be consumed in the snack bar area.
6. Games such as tag, keep-away or racing will is not permitted.
7. Skating backwards is not permitted.
8. Throwing snow or ice is not permitted
9. The use of hockey sticks, pucks or balls are not permitted.
10. Walkman’s, CD or mp3 players, and cell phones are not allowed in the ice surface.
11. The metal “skaters helpers” are reserved for beginning skaters ONLY.
12. Skaters are expected to conduct themselves as ladies and gentlemen. Skaters are to be neatly groomed; clothes neat and clean. Halter or tube tops, half or mid-rib shirts and sleeveless jerseys are not allowed.
13. Figure skating is discretionary during open skating dependent on the number of patrons participating in the session.
14. Please skate at a sensible speed, adhere to the directions of arena staff members, Speed is discretionary dependent on the skill level of the individual, speed of other skaters, and number of patrons on the ice. Skaters should not loiter along the arena boards or in areas that may block major traffic flow.
15. Ice marshals will be present to supervise all public skating. Report all accidents or injuries to arena staff members on duty.
16. Refrain from carrying children while skating.
17. Helmet use is recommended for all beginner skaters.
18. Those displaying unacceptable behavior will be asked to leave. For violations such as excessive speed, horseplay, acting out or foul mouth, patrons will be asked to comply with the rules. Fighting, weapons, drugs, alcohol will not be tolerated under any circumstances and will be expelled immediately.
19. No profanity. Repetitive profanity and foul or abusive language will lead to suspension from the building.
20. Alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, or anyone under the influence, will not be permitted on the premises. This is a “Smoke Free” Arena.
21. Management reserves the right to ask anyone to leave at any time. No refunds

AYHA is not responsible for accidents . . .. We are not responsible for lost or stolen articles. Skate at your own risk!