Abe Stark Skating Rink

Coney Island's Seasonal Hockey Rink

The Abe Stark Skating Rink is a NYC Parks-operated indoor ice arena on the Coney Island boardwalk in Brooklyn. The rink opened in 1970 and runs hockey programming each year from October through March, alongside public skating, group lessons, and league play.

Programs for Kids

The rink offers structured progression tracks across the winter season. Programs include:
- Public skating sessions
- Private skating lessons
- Group learn-to-skate classes
- Youth hockey leagues
- Hockey clinics during the active season
- Figure skating progression sessions
- Drop-in skate hours
- School and group bookings

What's Included

• Indoor ice sheet on the Coney Island boardwalk
• Skate rental availability
• Coaching staff with hockey playing experience
• Locker rooms and warm spectator area
• Affordable city-rec pricing
• October-through-March operating season

Experience

Beginners spend early sessions on balance, falling safely, and basic glide before moving into stops, turns, and crossovers. The rink's seafront setting and city-park pricing make it accessible to families across Brooklyn and Staten Island. Hockey-track players access leagues and clinics through the active season.