Explorer ice skating rink

[JosieRhodes]

Do the kids programs ever take the kids skating? I'm asking because I haven't ice skated in years, and I'm currently doing PT (physical therapy) for a hip injury... and its been a real pain to rehabilitate it enough so I can run pain free... that I started thinking I don't want to risk another fall (gee, that makes me sound old . My husband and parents don't want to ice skate, but I want the kids to try it if they want.

 

I guess I will end up doing it anyhow, along with the inline skating, but wondering if these are offered through kids programs, and I could just watch?

 

Also, since I think there is a running track on the Explorer, is it still ok to run on the lower promenade deck too... (wishful thinking on my part right now until I get better)

 

Thanks for any input,

 

procrastinating from doing work..... and thinking about a cruise that is MONTHS MONTHS in the future

[CRUIZINMOMMANJ]

No swimming - no skating. Safety/liability reasons is what we were told. I wanted my daughter to be able to do it - I just had arm surgery - so wasnt about to attept - so it didnt happen - she enjoyed the show just as much though...

 

Have fun anyway!!

[jzerocsk]

I could have sworn that on one of the days that the ice rink was available there were a couple "learn to ice skate" sessions. I'll have to go back and double check the compasses.

[Sue L]

Just make sure you pack long pants if the kids do plan to skate because they are required.

[jzerocsk]

In fact I just checked the Compasses scanned in at cafekarina.org and there is an "Explorer Academy Learn To Skate - Kids" at noon on Day 8 that you have to sign up for in advance.

[JSR]

Bring gloves too.

 

You can always go to the rink and ask someone to help your kids. My daughter 11 skates several times a week at home and is always willing to help kids skate. Heck she used to hug the wall too when she started. Just ask.

[JosieRhodes]

Thanks so much for all the info!!!!!!!!!!!:D