1 / 3Jim Roche Community Arena
📍 West Roxbury, MA
Public ice skating rink in West Roxbury open year-round. Offers learn-to-skate programs for all ages, skate rentals, a snack bar, party room, pro shop, and skate sharpening on-site.
Love this place. First it's open year around, second it offers adult classes with the most helpful and fun instructors. A small coffee shop and free parking (some is just not super close, you need to park at Millennium when the local area is full). Thanks JRCA 💕
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Strong pick for families with beginner skaters of any age. Learn-to-skate classes are specifically praised for helpful instructors. The party room makes it a practical birthday party venue. Younger children benefit from the structured lesson programs rather than open public sessions.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Paola Furlanetto
“Love this place. First it's open year around, second it offers adult classes with the most helpful and fun instructors. A small coffee shop and free parking (some is just not super close, you need to park at Millennium when the local area is full). Thanks JRCA 💕”
Sergio Rojas Araya
“All you need”
A G
“Just an ok rink. The vending machine wasn't working and there isn't alot of parking spots”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Jim Roche Community Arena is a Massachusetts DCR facility operated by FMC Ice Sports since 2006. Open every month of the year, it runs public skating sessions, structured learn-to-skate classes, and ice rentals for private events. Amenities include a snack bar, party room, pro shop, skate sharpening, and free parking — with overflow at nearby Millennium Park when the lot fills. Reviewers highlight friendly, fun instructors and a welcoming atmosphere.
