Established in 1968, IIC has served as a hub for ice sports in the Highlands for nearly 60 years. The centre has nurtured world champions and Olympic gold medal-winning winter sports athletes. But beyond its use for ice skating, ice hockey and amateur and elite level curling – including wheelchair curling – the centre plays host to the popular Strictly Inverness fundraiser for Highland Hospice as well as providing a space for local martial arts, yoga, boxing, baby – and community – groups, including the popular Maggie’s Inverness cancer support centre choir.
To ensure a bright future for the IIC, the committee and board of directors has developed a two-phase improvement plan. Phase one will seek to raise £250,000 from members, occasional users, local businesses and the general public to introduce essential energy-saving measures to reduce energy consumption, bring down running costs and make the building more environmentally friendly. Priority upgrades include installing insulation, draught proofing, and energy-efficient LED lighting.
You can help secure the future of Inverness Ice Centre by visiting this link to our JustGiving page, or click/tap on the picture
Applications for Strictly 2027 are open – visit the events page for more details.
And just like that we are underway with the first skating activities of the new season.
This photo is from the Skate UK Intensive Camp – 35 young skaters getting the benefit of learning under the guidance of Mr SkateUK himself, Keith Hudson.
Pubic sessions start up next week and can be viewed and booked here
Or maybe you’re looking for lessons – all current lessons can be viewed and booked here
OUR NEWS & UPDATES
Board of Directors update
Update to board of Directors Following sixteen years of dedicated service on our Board, including seven years as Chairman, Michael Green has made the decision to step down from his role. Everyone at IIC would like to express our sincere thanks to Michael for his outstanding commitment, leadership, and support over the years. His guidance in steering the Centre through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the financial pressures caused by soaring energy costs was invaluable. Michael’s vision also led to the creation of Strictly Inverness, an initiative that has become an integral part of the Centre’s continued…
CEO Gordon Barron Announcement
Many of you will already have heard that I have made the decision to retire and will be leaving the Ice Centre in June. I have greatly enjoyed my seven years at the rink and believe the time is right for me to step aside. We have been advertising for a General Manager to replace me and met with several strong candidates with relevant experience. Formal interviews were held last week, and we are delighted to announce that Frances Graham has been offered the role and has accepted. Frances brings a strong blend of financial, administrative, team leadership, and hospitality…
Curling Improver sessions return
We are delighted to say that the Curling Improver sessions hosted by Fiona McLaren will be re-starting on Thursdays at 2:15 pm from October 30th 2025. These sessions are aimed at anyone who wants a little bit of practice and coaching on pretty much any aspect of your curling game, from the complete beginner who is just starting out on their curling journey, to the experienced curler who finds they need to adapt their game as they mature. Book a space on the session using this link : Curling Improver Sessions – Inverness Ice Centre and then use the payment…