Skating

Bowness Park Skate Shop

Skating on the Bowness Lagoon is a Calgary tradition. Rent skates, ice bikes, or get your skates sharpened.

Bowness Park Skate Shop

The Skate Shop has moved to the Boathouse in Bowness Park! Visit the Boat House to rent skates, ice bikes, or get your skates sharpened.

Hours and location 

Information on Rentals

Rentals are walk-up only, first-come-first-serve. We are unable to take reservations or pre-bookings. Payment is by debit or credit card only, no cash.

E: bowness@ucalgary.ca 

T: 403-220-7430 

Prices

Rentals end 30 minutes before closing. You must be 18+ to rent. Youth size 8 to Adult size 13 available.

Skates: 

  • 1hr $12
  • 2-3 hours $20      

Ice Bike:

  • 30 min $12
  • 1hr $20

Skate Aid: 1hr $8

Helmets: Free

Skate Sharpening: $10/ pair

Rental skates are all hockey skates. Guests are welcome to try on a pair and switch sizes if needed.

Please note: These are the only items available to rent at Bowness Park. Visit our University of Calgary location for all other gear rentals.