Reno Ice Community Ice Arena

What Reno Ice Community Ice Arena does

Reno Ice Community Ice Arena is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ice facility located in Reno, Nevada, operated by the Greater Reno Community Ice Skating Association (GRCISA). Founded in January 2021, it operates as the first and only year-round indoor NHL regulation-sized ice rink in northern Nevada, serving a regional catchment that previously lacked any such facility. The organization employs approximately 11 staff and is governed by a local board with hockey-community leadership, including former NHL player Tim Tookey serving as Hockey Director.

The arena's product surface is a multi-program community ice facility offering learn-to-skate classes, youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating programming, sled hockey and adaptive skating, curling, and public skating sessions. Programming is delivered under affiliations with USA Hockey, US Figure Skating, and the Vegas Golden Knights (which runs an NHL Learn to Play program at the venue). The organization also partners with the City of Reno Adaptive Recreation program and the Redfield Foundation to broaden access through scholarships and adaptive programming.

The business model is a hybrid nonprofit revenue structure combining programmatic fees (registration, class tuition, league dues, drop-in admissions, skate rentals) with corporate sponsorships (e.g., Ford Dealers in 2025), individual and corporate donations structured around a Ring of Honor giving program, and in-kind support. There is no public disclosure of operating revenue, attendance, or utilization. Pricing is structured across multiple tiers — memberships, drop-in, class packs, and team/league fees — targeting recreational families, competitive youth athletes, adult leagues, and adaptive participants as distinct customer segments.

Name

Reno Ice Community Ice Arena

Legal name

Greater Reno Community Ice Skating Association

Website

https://renoice.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Reno Ice Community Ice Arena is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating the first and only year-round indoor NHL regulation-sized ice rink in northern Nevada, serving Reno-area families, youth and adult hockey players, figure skaters, and adaptive athletes through learn-to-skate, league, and sled hockey programming.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Ice Arena & Ice Sports Programs

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Ice Rinks & Winter Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Winter Sports & Snow Training Schools (Ski, Snowboard, Ice Sports) (MPAKAJAI), Ice Hockey Leagues (MPAKAAAE), Winter Sports Schools & Activity Centers (Ski, Snowboard, Snowmobile) (THAAAKAI)

Keywords

• Ice sports programs
• Youth hockey training
• Figure skating academy
• Community ice arena
• Adaptive sled hockey

Headquarters

HQ city

Reno

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Program Registration Fees: Revenue from youth hockey leagues, adult hockey programs, figure skating lessons, and Learn to Skate classes. Programs range from $165 for 8U Spring Games to $450/month for Reno Figure Skating Academy membership.
2. Public Skate Admission: General admission fees for open skating sessions. General admission $12, children 4 and under $6, Adult-Only skate $14.
3. Equipment Rentals: Revenue from skate rentals ($5), skate aids ($5), and hockey equipment requirements for lessons.
4. Ice Rentals: Private event rentals at $435/hour for full ice. Locker room rental at $125.
5. Skate Services: Skate sharpening at $12 (rush order $15). Rockering/profiling at $40. Custom repairs.
6. Concessions and Pro Shop: Roundabout Catering operates concessions in lobby. Bar Down Hockey Shop operates the pro shop. These are tenant/operator arrangements.
7. Advertising and Sponsorships: Board advertising around rink perimeter. Ring of Honor panel sales on glass. Donations and sponsorship revenue. Ad costs are tax-deductible as nonprofit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Reno Ice Community Ice Arena operates the first and only year-round indoor NHL regulation-sized ice rink in Northern Nevada, delivering instructional and competitive ice sports programs across Learn to Skate, youth and adult hockey, figure skating, and adaptive sled hockey. The facility also hosts public skate sessions, freestyle practice ice, private lessons, event rentals (full ice and locker room), and on-site skate sharpening/repairs. The arena is operated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit by the Greater Reno Community Ice Skating Association (GRCISA).

Product overview

Reno Ice is a nonprofit community ice arena offering a comprehensive suite of ice sports programs and services through its indoor, year-round facility. The core offering includes instructional programs (Learn to Skate with LTS USA curriculum, youth and adult hockey, figure skating, and adaptive sled hockey), competitive programs (Travel Hockey, Adult League, Reno Figure Skating Academy), and recreational access (Public Skate sessions, Freestyle sessions). Additional services include private lessons, event rentals, skate sharpening/repairs, an on-site pro shop (Bar Down Hockey Shop), concessions, and a scholarship program. The arena operates as a unified community facility where programs interlink through shared ice time, progression pathways, and the Daysmart Recreation registration platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Reno Hockey Academy (RHA): A structured membership program for intermediate-to-advanced youth players and adults, offering three bonus ice sessions per week with elite coaching staff, seasonal camps, and specialty clinics.
• Reno Figure Skating Academy (RFSA)
• Reno Ice Sled Hockey Club

Products and services

• Learn to Skate (LTS) Program Foundational ice skating instruction for all ages and abilities, following the Learn to Skate USA curriculum across levels from Snowplow 1 through Adult 6, including hockey-specific classes, adaptive classes, and homeschool programs. Sessions are 12 weeks with rental skates included and 12 free public skate passes.
• Youth Hockey Programs Comprehensive youth hockey pathway including Learn to Play (Vegas Golden Knights sponsored), Continue to Play, City League, Travel Hockey, and Summer Hockey programs for ages 5 through High School.
• Girls Hockey Program Girls hockey clinic program for skaters ages 5-17 of all skill levels, focusing on skating, passing, shooting, and puck-handling skills in a supportive environment with female coaches.
• Adult Hockey Programs Adult hockey offerings including Ice Breakers Clinic, Ice Breakers League, Women's Clinic, Adult Drop-In Hockey, Stick & Puck sessions, and Adult League with multiple skill divisions (A through E).
• Reno Hockey Academy (RHA) Membership-based hockey development program offering 3+ weekly sessions for youth and adults, seasonal camps, specialty clinics, and bonus ice time for intermediate-to-advanced players.
• Reno Figure Skating Academy (RFSA) Bridge program for skaters who have achieved Basic 5 or higher, offering seven weekly training sessions including on-ice freestyle, power classes, and off-ice conditioning with Olympic and Master PSA-Rated coaches.
• Freestyle Sessions Designated ice time for figure skaters to practice advanced skills and routines, with morning and afternoon sessions available, including college discounts and morning passes.
• Private Figure Skating Lessons One-on-one and semi-private figure skating instruction from professional coaches covering jumps, spins, moves in the field, power skating, and choreography for all skill levels.
• Private Hockey Lessons Private and semi-private hockey instruction (up to six skaters) focusing on stick handling, goalie development, and power skating, with independent contractor coaches setting their own rates.
• Sled Hockey (Adaptive Hockey) Adaptive hockey program for participants with physical disabilities, the only sled hockey program in northern Nevada, with equipment and instruction provided.
• Public Skate Sessions Open recreational skating sessions for all ages and skill levels, with general admission ($12), child rates ($6 for ages 4 and under), adult-only sessions ($14), and skate rentals ($5).
• Event Rentals Private event hosting including birthday parties, company events, community groups, camps, and clinics with locker room rental ($125) or full ice rental ($435/hour) packages.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50% savings with RFSA membership ($450 vs $900+ regular value)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Reno Ice RaiderscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Home rink for the Reno Ice Raiders hockey team. Team website provides game schedules and ticket information for this community hockey organization.
• Nevada Men's Ice Hockey (UNR Club Team)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Home rink for the University of Nevada Reno club hockey team. Team website provides game schedules and ticket information.
• City of Reno Adaptive Recreation ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with City of Reno Inclusion/Adaptive Recreation Program to operate the sled hockey program. The City of Reno ensures all programs and facilities are accessible to everyone. Reno Ice Sled Hockey Club is the largest City of Reno adaptive program.
• Reno Veteran HockeycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVeterans hockey program operating at Reno Ice, coached by staff including Tim Tookey.
• Sierra Nevada Figure Skating ClubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner figure skating club organization. Listed as resource for additional skating opportunities.
• Roundabout CateringminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerOperates concessions stand in the Reno Ice lobby. Hours: Mon-Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. Open for all Reno Ice Raiders home games.
• Bar Down Hockey ShopminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocated inside Reno Ice lobby. Offers skates, gear, tape, and branded merchandise. Provides fittings for children and adults. Hours: Mon-Fri 4pm-9pm, Sat-Sun 10am-9pm. Owner: Ryan.
• Residence Inn by Marriott Reno SouthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreferred hotel partner for travelers attending tournaments and events at Reno Ice. Located at 13105 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89511. Special partner rate available via booking link.
• Vegas Golden KnightscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNHL Learn to Play program sponsored by Vegas Golden Knights. Provides fundamental hockey training for ages 5-9 occurring weekly on Sundays.
• US Figure Skating / Learn to Skate USAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrograms operate under US Figure Skating curriculum. Learn to Skate USA membership ($20/year) required for LTS participants.
• USA HockeycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdult league players must have active USA Hockey registration. Membership expires annually August 31.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Iceland Skating Rink: Indoor public ice rink in the Los Angeles metro offering public skate sessions, lessons, hockey leagues, and figure skating programs. Comparable to Reno Ice as a single-facility operator serving recreational and competitive ice sports with broad programming.
• Centene Community Ice Center: Nonprofit-style community ice center in Maryland Heights, MO hosting youth hockey, figure skating, sled hockey, and Learn to Skate programming. Strong direct peer given the similar community-focused mission, multi-discipline programming, and adaptive hockey offerings.
• EDGE Ice Arena: Indoor ice complex in Bensenville, IL operating NHL regulation-sized ice, Learn to Skate, youth and adult hockey, figure skating, and freestyle sessions. Comparable to Reno Ice in facility spec, programming breadth, and Chicago-area community positioning.
• Glacier Ice Arena: Indoor year-round community ice arena in Vernon Hills, IL providing Learn to Skate, youth and adult hockey, figure skating, and public sessions. Comparable scale and breadth of programming to Reno Ice as a multi-discipline suburban community rink.
• IceWorks Skating Complex: Multi-rink ice sports complex in Aston, PA offering hockey programs, figure skating, Learn to Skate, and public sessions. Comparable scale and program mix to Reno Ice as a community ice sports facility with both competitive and recreational offerings.
• Sharks Ice (San Jose): NHL-affiliated community ice complex in San Jose featuring multiple rinks, hockey programs, figure skating, public sessions, and Learn to Skate classes. Closest direct analog to Reno Ice in operating a year-round indoor facility with both hockey and figure skating pathways plus public programming.

Regional players

• Angel of the Winds Arena: Multi-purpose community arena in Everett, WA featuring NHL-sized ice plus event space, with hockey, figure skating, and public programming. Comparable to Reno Ice in serving as a regional ice and events hub, but located in the Pacific Northwest rather than northern Nevada.

Broad incumbents

• Baxter Arena: University of Nebraska Omaha's multi-purpose venue hosting college hockey (UNO Mavericks), public skating, and community events. Comparable to Reno Ice as a community ice venue with hockey and public skate programming, but anchored by a university and larger event footprint.
• Canlan Ice Sports Corp: TSX-listed operator of 17+ ice sports facilities across North America offering hockey leagues, figure skating, public skate, and event rentals. Highly comparable to Reno Ice as a multi-program indoor rink operator, but at significantly greater scale and as a for-profit incumbent rather than a community nonprofit.

Others

• USA Hockey: National governing body for amateur hockey in the United States, including the USA Hockey registration and Learn to Play frameworks that Reno Ice relies on. Not a competitor but an adjacent ecosystem enabler that shapes programming and participant pipeline for community rinks like Reno Ice.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/RenoIceRink
• Instagraminstagram.com/reno_ice
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/reno-ice-community-ice-arena

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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