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SCHOOL EXCURSIONS

Teachers of Perth – looking for ideas for your next school excursion?

A casual visit? A school sport program? An educational excursion? What type of visit suits your class?

Choose from a variety of school excursion ideas! From one-off ice skating visits to full terms of lessons with qualified coaches and everything in between, the ice rink is definitely a unique excursion destination for Perth schools!

From as little as $13 per person, including skate hire, an ice skating excursion is a healthy, inexpensive outing that gets the students up and about. One teacher per 10 students can skate for free!

Win a school excursion for your class!

Calling all school teachers! We’d love your insights into how we can make a school excursion epic and easy for you! Complete this short survey about school excursions and go in the draw to win a free ice skating excursion for up to 30 students! Survey closes at midnight on Monday 7 September, so get your entry in now!

Details Survey closes at midnight on Monday 7 September 2020. Winner will be drawn at random and notified via the email address provided in survey. The prize includes admission and skate hire for up to 30 students and one teacher, bookable any time between now and end of term 4. Surplus students can be added for $12 per extra student.

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Single visit options

ICE SKATING EXCURSIONS

A one off ice skating excursion is a unique reward for students and a great option for an end of term outing. More…

MATHS & SCIENCE EDUCATIONAL EXCURSIONS

Learn about the science and maths behind all things ice. Have a skate afterwards and see the theory in practice! More…

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: SKATING & WETLANDS EDUCATION PACKAGE

Come for a skate, then head across the road and learn about the flora and fauna that call Bibra Lake home. More…

STUDIO CLASSES

Try your feet at jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, ballet, yoga, Pilates or stretch classes in our dance studio overlooking Bibra Lake. More…

Term based options

WEEKLY ICE SKATING

Ice skating excursions can be a part of your weekly Physical Education/Outdoor Education repertoire. More…

ICE SKATING LESSONS AS A SCHOOL SPORT PROGRAM

Learn to ice skate in a structured, term-based program run by nationally accredited ice skating coaches. More…

ICE HOCKEY AS A SCHOOL SPORT PROGRAM

Learn to play ice hockey in a structured, term-based program run by nationally accredited ice hockey coaches. More…

WEEKLY STUDIO CLASSES

Jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, ballet, yoga, Pilates or stretch classes can be run weekly on their own or incorporated into an ice skating program. More…

Ask us about an ice skating excursion for your school

Ice skating excursions for schools

ICE SKATING EXCURSIONS

An ice skating excursion is a unique and fun physical activity that will be entertaining and rewarding for students and teachers alike! Whether it is a one off end of term visit, or a weekly outing, there will be smiles all round as you are experiencing an activity that is out of the ordinary!

How long are the sessions?
Most schools tend to book for up to 2 hours. We don’t advise that students spend longer than 2 hours on the ice.

When can schools visit the arena?
Schools are welcome to skate any time between 10am and 3pm on weekdays. We can be flexible if other times are more suitable, and can accomodate weekend or night time bookings if required.

What should we bring?

  • Long pants are essential. Students aren’t permitted to skate in shorts.
  • Dress warmly and bring a thick pair of socks.
  • You may also want to bring gloves, a scarf, beanie or hat.
  • Helmets are available for loan, bring yours if you have one.

Cockburn Ice Arena Maths educational excursion worksheet

ICE SKATING ED-CURSIONS

If you are looking for an educational option for your school, why not consider one of our maths or science ed-cursions?

What is an ed-cursion?
An ed-cursion allows students to enjoy a day out at the arena, while also learning and putting into practise the subjects learned back in the classroom.

We are proud to offer ice skating related curriculum resources that directly align with The School Curriculum and Standards Authority, and are able to work with you to tailor your curriculum experience to your teaching style, specifications and outcome goals.

We can provide student worksheets and teacher’s notes for grades 1-3 in both Science and Mathematics.

What should we bring?

  • Students should bring their pencil case if worksheets are being filled out at the arena.
  • Dress warmly and bring a thick pair of socks.
  • You may also want to bring gloves, a scarf, beanie or hat.
  • Helmets are available for loan, bring yours if you have one.

Bibra Lake

SKATING & WETLANDS EXCURSION

Come for a skate, have a bite to eat or a picnic lunch, and then learn about the flora and fauna in the spectacular Cockburn wetlands!

About Wetlands Education sessions
Bibra Lake is surrounded by a diversity of bushland, wetlands and includes an amazing array of wildlife. Education sessions provide a unique opportunity for students to connect and interact with nature.

Subjects include:

  • Noongar / indigenous program
  • Frogs
  • Turtles
  • Birds
  • Macroinvertebrates
  • Ecosystems
  • Habitats
  • Food webs

Dance studio

STUDIO CLASSES

We have a 150m² upstairs dance studio where we can offer your students ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, yoga, Pilates and stretch classes.

How long are the sessions?
A typical class time would be 45-60 minutes, however we are happy to accommodate classes for longer or shorter time periods.

Schools are welcome to use the studio any time between 9am and 3pm on weekdays.

What should we bring?

  • Loose fitting clothes and non marking shoes, preferably white soled.
  • Drink bottle.

School ice skating lessons

ICE SKATING AS A SCHOOL SPORT

Ice Skating classes can be run on a weekly basis and students can be graded on their level of achievement!

How many students to a class?
An ideal class size is around 10 students, but we can accomodate up to 20 per coach. Larger school groups can have their lessons staggered or request multiple coaches.

How long are the lessons?
Class times are 30 minutes, and students can practise for the remainder of the visit. As for session times, most schools tend to book for up to 2 hours. We recommend that 2 hours should be the maximum length of time spent on the ice.

What should we bring?

  • Dress warmly and bring a thick pair of socks.
  • You may also want to bring gloves, a scarf, beanie or hat.
  • Helmets are available for loan, bring yours if you have one.

Ice hockey for schools

ICE HOCKEY AS A SCHOOL SPORT

In these lessons, students will learn the basics of ice hockey, such as puck and stick handling. Mini games can be arranged for small groups of students on a cordoned off section of the ice.

How long are the sessions?
Most schools tend to book for up to 2 hours. We recommend that 2 hours should be the maximum length of time spent on the ice. Schools are welcome to skate any time between 9am and 3pm on weekdays.

What should we bring?

  • Dress warmly and bring a thick pair of socks.
  • You may also want to bring gloves, a scarf, beanie or hat.
  • Helmets are available for loan, bring yours if you have one.
  • Mouthguard.

Food & drink – lunch options for schools

Frostbite Cafe at Cockburn Ice Arena

Students are welcome to purchase from the Frostbite Cafe menu throughout their excursion, or we can tailor a food and beverage package from the items listed below.

Gluten free and vegetarian/vegan options are available for some items.

Burger combo … $15
Beef burger with cheese, lettuce and tomato, chips and juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can
Fish ‘n’ chips combo … $13
Fish and chips with juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can
Beef pie combo … $13
Beef pie, small chips and juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can
Chicken nugget combo … $11
Chicken nuggets (4), small chips and juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can
Sausage roll combo … $12
Sausage Roll, small chips and juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can
Family chips & drink combo … $11
Family chips and juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can
Family chips & gravy combo … $12.50
Tray of chips & gravy and juice box / bottle of water / 250ml can

CALL US ON

08 9411 0300
to discuss your requirements

Please be sure to book your packages well in advance so we can ensure adequate food and drink is prepared for the day.

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