Tipton Arena

I attended skating classes at Federation Skating Club here and was deeply disappointed with the experience. The coaching, provided by a young instructor, was severely lacking in engagement and effectiveness. She rushed through demonstrations without proper explanations, leaving many of us struggling with the basics. For instance, even after 10 classes, some participants could only march, not skate, due to a lack of fundamental instruction like bending at the knees to avoid falling backward.

The coach's disinterest was palpable; she seldom explained actions or the meaning of different signs, making it difficult to learn or improve. I often felt ignored and had to exert significant effort to receive any guidance. The class environment was also problematic. Starting times were inconsistent, with sessions often beginning late and unprepared, yet students were reprimanded for being on the ice too early.

The lack of progress was evident among all attendees, children and adults alike, leading to visible dissatisfaction and dwindling class sizes. It seemed as if the slow pace of learning was designed to encourage re-enrollment without delivering value.

Overall, the experience was marred by a sense of irresponsibility and incompetence from the coach, who appeared uninterested in teaching or fostering improvement. This environment not only hindered learning but also affected the overall enjoyment and safety of the classes.

This arena is beyond less than ideal to host a playoff game unless you don't require parking, don't have more than 50 spectators, don't have spectators with accessibility needs and if you don't care about your safety in the event of a fire. This arena should be banned from use for anything other than a recreational practice. The City of Edmonton should be ashamed for allowing EFHL to book this ice for a playoff game, without heeding the safety implications of those in attendance.

It's an older arena and the change rooms are tiny but they leave the heat on for fans so that was nice

Easily in the top three worst arenas in the city. I always contemplate skipping my game when I see Tipton on the schedule. It's just small and outdated, and you know it's bad when the rink attendant tells you to exit through the front door so you don't get mugged after your game.

There are very few parking spaces, the lobby is narrow, and the dressing rooms were made for toddlers; trying to fit a men's league team in a room that size is truly an uncomfortable experience. Even the benches are crammed. You can't fit a whole team unless players are both standing and sitting.

The ice is half decent, and that is maybe the only good thing one could say about this arena.

It's an older rink, short of parking, short of space in the lobby and bad visibility to watch the game. But it's a classic spot to get the feel of good old hometown hockey. Its the kind of place that every kid should experience growing up and playing hockey! I like the atmosphere!

The ice was really good! They updated the lights, glass, and boards, so it actually feels like a new arena when you're playing. For spectators, it is a little cold. There is not a lot of parking. The showers are really good, but make sure you wear sandals!!

Tiny change rooms and lobby, poor on-ice lighting, overdue for an upgrade, but still better than nothing.

Edit: the on-ice lighting has been improved and is now pretty good. Unfortunately, the score clock is not in proper working condition.