It’s Not Too Late: How Adults Can Start Figure Skating in the Philippines

So it has been almost a year since I began my ice skating journey. It started just as a dream, and now it’s reality. If you’re reading this and thinking “it’s too late” or “i’m too old”. That’s just not true. I started my journey already in my late 30s!

To be honest it was hard to grasp the things I needed along the way as a beginner, that’s why this inspired me to write this article. We’ll be tackling various info you need like ice rinks available in the Philippines, how much are the skating lessons, who are the coaches and how to choose, things to buy, and a whole lot more. I really hope this post helps you in your figure skating journey!

I won’t continue to babble and will proceed to the facts you need. If you’re curious about my story you can revisit them here and here.

How many ice skating rink are there in the philipines?

There are three active skating rinks in the Philippines:

• SM Mall of Asia
• SM Megamall
• SM Seaside Cebu

There used to be an ice skating rink in SM Southmall and Sta Lucia East but both got shut and never re-opened due to the pandemic.

What are the skating hours in each rink and how much are the rates?

It’s usually the same as the mall operating hours around 1030am to 9pm

Where can I buy my figure skates?

Inside the skating rink is a shop which sells Edea figure skating boots and Jacksons for figure skates and some hockey skating gear too. They also have laces, boot covers, soakers, and hard guards.

Or you can be like me and get custom boots from GH Skates! Use my discount code: MOM to get 10% off your purchase

How can I get coaching and lessons? Are there fees?

Yes. Coaching depends on the skating level you are enrolling too, and the level of your coach. 

How Much Does It Cost to Learn Ice Skating at SM Skating?

If you’ve ever been curious about learning how to ice skate, SM Skating makes it super accessible—especially for beginners!

For ₱4,900, you get a package of 6 sessions, each with a 30-minute lesson from a certified coach. But here’s the great part: that also comes with an unlimited skating pass for the entire day! So after your lesson, you’re free to stay and skate as much as you like.

This is the basic beginner package, perfect if you’re just starting out and want to learn the fundamentals.

Once you’ve advanced beyond the basics, you can move up to higher-level packages. Rates for Level 2 and up range from ₱6,100 to ₱9,800, depending on your level and the specific program.

How to Enroll:

1. Visit the cashier at your nearest SM Skating rink to pay for your chosen package.

2. Important: Before going, make sure to text the coach to secure your preferred schedule. Their contact numbers are also available at the cashier.

That’s it! Whether you’re just curious or seriously want to level up your skating skills, SM Skating has a flexible and affordable setup to get you started.

SM Mall of Asia Coach and Rates

(visit SM Mall of Asia skating rink for more details)

SM Megamall coaches and rates

(visit SM Megamall skating rink for more details)