Address
575 Maple St, Holyoke, MA 01040
- This page, Jan. 18 adaptive ice skating at Henry J. Fitzpatrick Rink, is offered by
- Universal Access Program
- Department of Conservation & Recreation
Jan. 18 adaptive ice skating at Henry J. Fitzpatrick Rink
Contact
Universal Access Program
Address
PO Box 484, Amherst, MA 01004
Fax
(413) 461-7980
Overview
Fees:
FREE (entry & equipment are free-of-charge)
Join the Universal Access Program and Holyoke Rows for accessible skating, socializing, and fun in Holyoke!
Use your wheelchair, an ice sled, a skate walker, ice grippers, or conventional skates on the ice. Spin, slide and play gently competitive games! There will be pucks and colorful balls to shoot around, obstacle courses, races, and a tower of blocks to crash down!
This program is for people with disabilities, their families, support staff, and friends. All are encouraged to join on the ice to help support! Yaktrax (ice grippers) are available in the lobby for those that can’t skate.
Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Sign up for a one-hour timeslot. You must request to register by noon two days before the program.
Groups: Maximum group size is 15, including staff. All groups must submit a sign-in sheet and release forms one week in advance.
Days and Times: Sundays, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
- November 16, 2025
- December 7, 2025
- January 18, 2026
- February 15, 2026
- March 1, 2026
You will need
You will also need to meet our essential eligibility criteria for ice skating and to pre-register.
Questions & To Register: Email DCR.UniversalAccess@mass.gov or call (413) 461-7126.
The ice skating rink is cold, so please dress warmly and bring your winter coat, gloves or mittens, and a hat!
Contact
Address
PO Box 484, Amherst, MA 01004
Fax
(413) 461-7980