Ice rink guide
Solar4America Ice at San Jose
Plan your visit
The essentials before you leave
- Public-skate price
- From $12
- How to book
- Check official calendar
- Rentals
- Available
- Schedule pattern
- Sessions can change
Confirm the current total before paying.
Open the official listing for session requirements.
Check availability and cost.
Confirm the selected date before you make the drive.
Choose your ice
Public skate and practice ice
Public skate is for casual skating and beginner practice. Freestyle is structured practice ice for figure skaters working on elements.
Public skate
Public-skate times change. Open the official schedule and confirm the session before visiting Solar4America Ice at San Jose.
Freestyle and practice ice
One of the largest ice facilities in Northern California. Four sheets give ample freestyle availability throughout the day. Home rink for many competitive Bay Area figure skaters.
View freestyle scheduleAbout
Solar4America Ice at San Jose is one of the largest and most prestigious ice skating complexes in Northern California, located at 1500 S 10th Street in downtown San Jose. Formerly known as Sharks Ice, this world-class facility features three full sheets of ice and serves as the official practice facility of the San Jose Sharks, an NHL professional hockey team. Solar4America Ice combines elite professional-level ice conditions with comprehensive public and recreational programming, making it a premier destination for everything from recreational family skating to elite competitive training. The facility represents San Jose's commitment to ice sports excellence and serves as a major hub for figure skating, hockey, and ice sports development throughout Northern California.
Solar4America Ice operates as both a professional training facility for the San Jose Sharks and a comprehensive public recreation venue, offering extensive programming including public skating sessions, figure skating instruction and coaching, youth and adult hockey leagues at all competitive levels, and specialized training programs. The three-sheet configuration provides unprecedented flexibility for simultaneous programming and accommodates the demanding schedules of both professional athletes and recreational skaters. The facility's ice quality matches NHL standards, providing optimal skating conditions for all skill levels. Public skating sessions offer opportunities to skate on the same ice as professional hockey players.
Located in downtown San Jose with convenient access to major highways and public transportation, Solar4America Ice offers ample parking and easy accessibility for residents throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The facility's integration with professional hockey, combined with world-class ice conditions and comprehensive programming, establishes it as the premier ice sports destination in Northern California. The three-sheet facility eliminates long wait times and provides unmatched ice availability. Whether you're a recreational skater seeking public skating, a competitive figure skater pursuing serious training, or a young hockey player developing skills, Solar4America Ice provides the facilities and programming needed for ice sports success.
What to know before you go
- • Solar4America Ice is the official practice facility of the San Jose Sharks; visitors may occasionally see professional hockey players training
- • Three full sheets of ice provide extensive availability and shorter wait times compared to typical rinks; check solar4americaice.com for schedules
- • Public skating hours are abundant with multiple daily sessions; the three-sheet configuration accommodates diverse programming
- • Figure skating instruction is available from certified coaches; the facility attracts serious competitive skaters from throughout Northern California
- • Youth and adult hockey leagues operate at recreational and competitive levels; registration typically occurs seasonally
- • Skate rentals are available; the facility's professional-grade ice is ideal for both recreational and competitive skaters
- • Ample parking and public transportation access make the downtown San Jose location convenient for Bay Area residents
Offerings
Freestyle Sessions
This facility offers dedicated freestyle ice time for figure skaters. Visit solar4americaice.com/san-jose/freestyle or call 408-999-5757 for session times.
Who it's for
- • Figure skaters working on jumps, spins, and footwork
- • Competitive and recreational skaters wanting dedicated practice ice
- • Pre-preliminary through senior-level USFS members
Etiquette & Tips
- • Yield to skaters attempting jumps or spins
- • Announce yourself before entering another skater's pattern
- • Coaches must check in at the front desk
- • No hockey stops on freestyle ice
Rentals
- Note: Full rental service at the main desk. Multiple skate sizes for adults and children.
Sharpening
Frequently Asked Questions
Facility Details
- TypeIndoor
- Seasonyear-round
- Sheets4
Last verified: 5/23/2026