Originating from Barrie, Ontario, First Line Rinks isn't about just building great ice surfaces and boards, its about bringing the game we love to your backyard. As the owners of First Line Rinks, we have enjoyed these opportunities growing up. A backyard rink is still part of the best times in our lives. Playing against friends until it was simply too late or our feet were frost bitten, we loved
our rink, and we loved hockey. Unfortunately gaming consoles have taken away from where the true love of the game originates. The outdoor rink is where all of your troubles in life vanish, it is where you learn, where you discover your true passion for hockey and build friendships for a lifetime. BENEFITS
Physical Activity
With the development of electronics and media outlets, it is difficult to get youth and families physically active during the winter months. Put the Xbox and Playstation away and enjoy the beautiful Canadian winter again. Athlete Development
First line focuses on the grass roots of hockey development. A lot of pressure is set upon youth to develop into their top potential and what better way to develop than on your own backyard rink. Enjoyment of Your Backyard
Nothing is permanently installed with First Line Rinks. Our customers have a lot of pride in their backyards and enjoy it all year round. Turn your backyard into the winter playground that your family can enjoy everyday of the year. Family Fun
At First Line Rinks, we are not just making an ice surface to play hockey on. Your backyard rink is what you make of it; a young child's first time on ice, a leisure skate with a loved one, an added twist to your Holiday Season or competitive races with your kids ! Have fun with your family and make memories that will last a lifetime. FEATURES
Refrigeration Systems
Depending on your ice surface, different sized portable ice chiller systems pump glycol through piping mats laid beneath your skating surface. Regulating the ice temperature and enabling skating conditions up to 10°C ! We use nothing short of the best chillers and thick piping system to ensure a steady flow of glycol to the entire ice surface. Professional Board Construction
Each Board is crafted to ensure that you receive the best quality possible. First Line does not take any short cuts as our boards are backed by a 5 year warranty and easily transported and assembled by our crew. Constructed of pressure treated wood and 3/8" thick acrylic facing, specially treated for UV protection and warping. All boards come with the required connection hardware. Available colours include :
Option 1: Blue Cap Rail, Red Kick Plate, White Facing Colour
Option 2: Blue Cap Rail, NHL Gold Kick Plate, White Facing Colour
Option 3: Red Cap Rail,NHL Gold Kick Plate, White Facing Colour
Customized Rink Identity
Have your own logo or advertisement pasted anywhere on your boards. With a customized wrapped logo consisting of a thin professionally glued plastic wrap you can make the First Line Rink one to remember. Also, create a logo under the ice for your refrigeration rink system. Simply give us the picture and leave it to us. Ice Layering Development
Our ice is our pride. Professionally groomed ice derived from the best in the NHL is what we base all our rinks off of. Created with a specific customized process, freezing layer by layer the First Line ice is generated to optimize your skating enjoyment. Refrigeration Rink Systems - 2" solid ice
Natural Rink Systems - 3-4" depending on weather conditions
Flooded to perfection.
08/12/2025
ball hockey courts - (2) custom 80’x160’ ball hockey courts with aluminum dasher boards, perimeter netting and ball hockey tiles. -
10/17/2024
The best way to spend your winter is outdoors on your own backyard rink! Call First Line Rinks to make all of your ODR dreams come true! - # refrigeratedrink
10/07/2024
Outdoor rink season is upon us! Order your portable backyard rink today! -