For over 20 years we have designed and built outdoor seasonal rinks across the country. We have managed the installation and operation of temporary and permanent rinks and have constructed both traditional and artificial ice systems. In Colorado, we designed, built, and managed the holiday-themed ice rinks for Belmar (Lakewood), Cherry Creek North (Denver), The Promenade Shops at Centerra (Loveland), and The Orchard Town Center (Broomfield). Our extensive experience and expertise, combined with local management and staffing, have afforded us a flawless safety record. We create unmatched skater involvement, unsurpassed guest experience, and quality, cost-effective rinks that benefit all stakeholders.
A seasonal rink is an unprecedented marketing opportunity for any venue, and they provide an experience that creates a strong emotional bond and treasured memories. We consult, develop, and execute programming that will attract additional customers and monetize off-peak hours. From private parties of all sizes to celebrity skaters, we are your go-to partners for supplemental audience engagement.
From large scale year-round rinks to specialized, intimate settings, our services include design consultation to maximize your space, incorporate existing assets, and create a venue that provides a return on investment for years to come.
Many factors affect the success of an outdoor skating venue. In designing the rink that best suits the needs of our clients we offer assistance with contract negotiations, equipment procurement, installation, standardized procedures, safety protocols, ice machine training, expert staffing, and more. Our ability to provide inclusive services (from design through completion) ensures that all elements of the rink combine to create memorable engagements with the surrounding community.
Colorado is our home. We operate here 365 days a year and manage events across the entire state. Our experienced staff and all of the attendants, technicians, and managers live in the Denver/Boulder area, have years of experience with the intricacies of rink operations, ice-making procedures, hut management, customer service, skate inventory, emergency response protocol, and ice resurfacing. Due to our considerable staff and labor pool, we can hire the best employees’ year in and year out.
The Colorado region is a unique environment for outdoor rink management. The dry climate, extreme temperature ranges, and rapid climate changes pose an unusual challenge to maintaining, building, and management of an ice rink. It takes years of experience to be able to anticipate these unexpected happenings and an experienced, local management team and staff to execute the necessary steps to keep the rink open, operating successfully, and within budget.
Rink construction is complex. Managing the design, build and installation of refrigeration systems, managing construction timelines and milestones, procurement of materials and supplies, and overseeing the performance of vendors require specific expertise. We specialize in handling these items down to the smallest detail making sure the project comes in on time and budget. Our clients find that our expertise and knowledge are essential to successfully constructing a rink; and that our management experience has a direct impact on the financial success of the event.
We’d love to hear from you! There is no question too big or too rinky-dink.
Consultation and Management
Pat Downing // 303-798-7028 // cell 303-520-6965
pat@rink-experts.com
Our most valuable attribute is our staff. We are an extension of our client's team. All of our staff is Denver-based. During the peak time for ice skating, we bring on our grand slam team of professional, knowledgeable, and experienced staff to oversee the day-to-day operations. In addition, we hire full-time and part-time seasonal ice rink attendants and technicians to round out our team, creating a fun and festive environment for all to enjoy.
WE ARE NOW HIRING!
Seasonal full-time/part-time positions available for the the following positions:
