Evaluating hockey options across the state requires looking at 10 distinct facilities located in Pembroke Pines, Miami, Wellington, Orlando, Jacksonville, Pompano Beach, Tampa, and Oldsmar. These locations range widely in user feedback, holding ratings from 4.1 to a perfect 5.0 across review counts spanning from 36 up to 1,822. The list includes arenas, local rinks, specialized training spots, and roller and ball hockey facilities that serve participants from young beginners to adult leagues.
Our rankings are determined by a simple formula multiplying each venue’s star rating by the natural logarithm of its review count, ensuring balanced consideration of user score and volume. Zero paid placements are accepted.
1. Pines Ice Arena
Located in Pembroke Pines at 12425 Taft St, this facility holds a 4.4 rating from 1,822 reviews. Reviewers highlight classes and competitions suitable for both kids and adults, along with birthday party options and staff members noted as very good.
2. Miami Ice Arena
Situated in Miami at 10355 Hammocks Blvd, this arena earns a 4.2 rating based on 1,174 reviews. Visitors describe it as a spot to practice hockey on ice, exercise, and spend time with family, noting recommendations for the ice time.
3. Palm Beach Skate Zone
Found at 8125 Lake Worth Rd in Wellington, this venue carries a 4.5 rating across 494 reviews. Feedback points to a pro shop featuring gear, staff assistance, and expert skate sharpening at the Ice Lab.
4. Orlando Ice Den
Based in Orlando at 8701 Maitland Summit Blvd, this clean and safe facility maintains a 4.5 rating from 443 reviews. Patrons specifically mention staff assistance with proper skate fitting in the pro shop.
5. Jacksonville Icemen
Located at 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd in Jacksonville, this arena achieves a 4.7 rating from 223 reviews. Guests report a family-friendly venue for watching hockey with multiple concession choices and garage parking.
6. Glacier Ice and Snow Arena
Operating at 4601 N Federal Hwy in Pompano Beach, this venue has a 4.1 rating from 384 reviews. Visitors note its character under new ownership and mention well-run adult leagues alongside lunchtime skating sessions.
7. The Rink on the Beach
Also located at 4601 N Federal Hwy in Pompano Beach, this location earns a 4.5 rating from 193 reviews. Reviewers mention renting the ice for tournaments and family use, highlighting the character of the rink.
8. ACP Hockey Factory
Found at 4020 E 12th Ave in Tampa, this specialized facility holds a 5.0 rating based on 70 reviews.
9. Miami Roller Hockey
Situated at 9300 SW 152nd St in Miami, this roller facility secures a 4.9 rating across 43 reviews. Feedback emphasizes enthusiastic participation, friendly surroundings, and coaching for players starting out in the sport.
10. BOLTSMAR Outdoor Ball Hockey Rink
Located at 3120 Tampa Rd in Oldsmar, this outdoor rink holds a 4.6 rating from 36 reviews. Patrons point out events hosted by the Tampa Bay Lightning geared toward all ages.
How we ranked these
Rankings are built directly from user review metrics, multiplying average ratings by the log of total review counts to balance score quality against community volume. Read the complete breakdown on our methodology page.