Skating Rinks in Ocala
Where to roller skate in Ocala, Florida, with session times, prices and birthday party options checked against Google Maps and the rinks' own listings
Ocala has two roller rinks and a free public skate park; Marion County has no ice rink.
Quick Answer
Google Maps lists two roller skating rinks in Ocala: Skate Mania, 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480, (352) 648-0011, and Skate A Way South, 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471, (352) 671-8100. Both are roller rinks; Ocala has no ice rink.
Last verified Oct. 12, 2026 against Google Maps and Skate Mania's official website.
What Skating Options Are Available in Ocala?
Ocala has two roller rinks, both listed on Google Maps.
- •Skate Mania: 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480; (352) 648-0011
- •Skate A Way South: 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471; (352) 671-8100
What each Ocala rink publishes about birthday parties:
- •Skate Mania: Saturday and Sunday parties, booked online, starting at $99 (as of Oct. 12, 2026)
- •Skate A Way South: no published packages; call (352) 671-8100
Skate Mania posts its sessions weekly. For the week of Oct. 12, 2026 it listed:
- •Friday: 7-10 p.m. ($12)
- •Saturday: 12-3 p.m. ($10) and 7-10 p.m. ($12)
- •Sunday: 1-4 p.m. ($10)
- •Monday Country Night and Wednesday Latin Night: 8-11 p.m. ($15)
What Can You Expect at Ocala Skating Rinks?
Location & Contact
5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480 (Google Maps lists it inside A Childs Delight Learning Center). Phone (352) 648-0011.
Sessions (week of Oct. 12, 2026)
- • Monday: Country Night, 8-11 p.m., $15
- • Tuesday: closed
- • Wednesday: Latin Night, 8-11 p.m., $15
- • Thursday: closed
- • Friday: open skate, 7-10 p.m., $12
- • Saturday: open skate, 12-3 p.m., $10; 7-10 p.m., $12
- • Sunday: open skate, 1-4 p.m., $10
Schedule and prices come from skatemania.fun, which is updated weekly. The site also lists an after-school skate program and online birthday booking. More: Skate Mania guide.
Location & Contact
2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471, east of downtown. Phone (352) 671-8100.
Hours and prices: Skate A Way South lists no website on Google. As of Oct. 12, 2026, Google Maps lists these hours: Monday closed; Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday closed; Friday 7-10 p.m.; Saturday 1-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m. Admission prices are not published online; call the rink before visiting. More: Skate A Way South guide.
Neither rink publishes rental prices online as of Oct. 12, 2026, and Skate Mania's session prices do not say whether rental is included. Ask about rental cost and sizes when calling ahead.
Skate Mania runs fixed weekly sessions rather than all-day hours, and its schedule is updated week to week. Call either rink ahead to confirm session times, payment methods, wheelchair access and parking.
What Types of Skating Are Available in Ocala?
Quad roller skates have four wheels (two in front, two in back) and are the traditional rink skate. They offer great stability and are ideal for beginners and families. The wider wheelbase provides excellent balance control, making them perfect for recreational skating and social environments.
Advantages:
- • Easy to learn for beginners
- • Excellent lateral stability
- • Great for trick skating
- • Standard rink rental style
Best For:
- • First-time skaters
- • Children and families
- • Recreational skating
- • Social sessions
Inline skates feature wheels arranged in a single line down the center, similar to roller blades. Ask the rink before bringing or expecting inline rentals. Inline skates require more balance and coordination but allow for faster speeds and smoother transitions.
Characteristics:
- • Single-line wheel configuration
- • Faster acceleration possible
- • Requires advanced balance
- • More difficult stopping
Best For:
- • Experienced skaters
- • Speed enthusiasts
- • Teenagers and adults
- • Fitness skating
Ocala has no ice skating rink: as of Oct. 12, 2026, Google Maps shows none in Ocala or Marion County. Any holiday ice rink would be a temporary event; check the Ocala events calendar in season.
Skateboarding:
The Ocala Skate Park is at 517 NE Ninth Street, next to Tuscawilla Park.
Roller Rink Outside Ocala:
Google Maps lists Skate World Leesburg at 424 N Palmetto St, Leesburg, FL 34748, (352) 787-1178.
What Tips Help First-Time Skaters in Ocala?
- • Comfortable athletic clothes
- • Thick socks for comfort
- • Avoid baggy pants (safety hazard)
- • Bring a light jacket for air conditioning
- • Avoid loose jewelry
- • Begin with gentle movements
- • Use the wall for balance
- • Hold a friend's hand if needed
- • Don't attempt tricks initially
- • Avoid crowded times if anxious
- • Ensure skates fit snugly
- • Test before going on floor
- • Properly tighten laces/straps
- • Ask staff for size adjustment
- • Avoid skating in loose skates
- • Keep knees slightly bent
- • Look forward, not down
- • Distribute weight evenly
- • Use gentle arm movements
- • Lean into turns
- • Bring a water bottle
- • Take breaks regularly
- • Avoid sugary drinks initially
- • Stay hydrated throughout
- • Rest between sessions
- • Follow rink traffic patterns
- • Be courteous and friendly
- • Watch for younger skaters
- • Help others when possible
- • Follow all rink rules
Frequently Asked Questions About Skating in Ocala
What skating rinks are in Ocala?
Google Maps lists two roller skating rinks in Ocala: Skate Mania at 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480, phone (352) 648-0011, and Skate A Way South at 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34471, phone (352) 671-8100. Ocala has no ice skating rink.
When is open skate at Skate Mania?
Skate Mania's website listed this schedule for the week of Oct. 12, 2026: Monday Country Night 8-11 p.m. ($15); Wednesday Latin Night 8-11 p.m. ($15); Friday open skate 7-10 p.m. ($12); Saturday open skate 12-3 p.m. ($10) and 7-10 p.m. ($12); Sunday open skate 1-4 p.m. ($10). Tuesday and Thursday were closed. The schedule is posted weekly, so check skatemania.fun before going.
Do Ocala skating rinks host birthday parties?
Yes. Skate Mania's website takes online birthday party bookings for Saturdays and Sundays, starting at $99. For Skate A Way South, call (352) 671-8100; the rink does not list a website on Google.
What are Skate A Way South's hours and prices?
Skate A Way South has no website. As of Oct. 12, 2026, its Google Maps listing shows these hours: Monday closed; Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday closed; Friday 7-10 p.m.; Saturday 1-4 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m. Admission prices are not published online. Call (352) 671-8100 to confirm sessions and prices.
Is there ice skating in Ocala?
No. As of Oct. 12, 2026, Google Maps shows no ice skating rink in Ocala or Marion County. Both rinks in Ocala are roller rinks. For skateboarding, the city's Ocala Skate Park is at 517 NE Ninth Street.
What should I bring to a roller rink?
Comfortable clothes that allow free movement, socks, and water. Neither Ocala rink publishes skate rental prices online, so ask the rink about rental cost and whether it is included in admission.
What Else Is There to Do in Ocala?
Skate Mania Ocala
Roller rink at 5461 SE Maricamp Rd with weekend open skate, themed adult nights and weekend birthday parties.
Skate Mania Details→Skate-A-Way South Ocala
Roller rink at 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, east of downtown Ocala. Call (352) 671-8100 for sessions and parties.
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Call Skate Mania at (352) 648-0011 or Skate A Way South at (352) 671-8100 to confirm this week's sessions before heading out.
Pistas de patinaje en Ocala
Ocala tiene dos pistas de patinaje sobre ruedas: Skate Mania, en 5461 SE Maricamp Rd, Ocala, FL 34480, teléfono (352) 648-0011, y Skate A Way South, en 2008 E Silver Springs Blvd, teléfono (352) 671-8100. En la semana del 12 de octubre de 2026, Skate Mania ofreció patinaje libre el viernes de 7 a 10 p.m. ($12), el sábado de 12 a 3 p.m. ($10) y de 7 a 10 p.m. ($12), y el domingo de 1 a 4 p.m. ($10), además de noches temáticas el lunes y el miércoles por $15. Skate Mania acepta fiestas de cumpleaños los sábados y domingos desde $99. En Ocala no hay pista de patinaje sobre hielo.