Nestled within the vibrant community of Oakville lies a hidden gem for sports enthusiasts: its unparalleled hockey and sports facilities. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or an eager newcomer to the world of sports, Oakville offers a diverse array of venues that cater to every passion and skill level. Here is a list of seven of the best community centers offering a variety of amenities, and registered and drop-in programs for all sports and all levels: 

1. Glen Abbey Community Centre 

1415 Third Line, Oakville

Phone: 905-815-5950 

This facility offers a variety of programs for all sports for all levels. 

Amenities include:

• Blue Rink (190 by 85 feet)
• Green Rink (190 by 85 feet)
• Electric vehicle charging stations - at the overhead door in the north parking lot

2. Joshua's Creek Arenas

1663 North Service Road East, Oakville

Phone: 905-815-6111 

Amenities include:

• Blue Rink (200 by 85 feet)
• Red Rink (200 by 85 feet)
• Blue Shooter Pad (20 by 40 feet)
• Red Shooter Pad (20 by 40 feet)
• A Mezzanine (Large rate)
• West Creek Room (Small rate)
• South Creek Room (Small rate)
• Electric vehicle charging station - rear wall of east ice pad

Joshua's Creek Arenas is also home to theOakville Hornets,Oakville Minor Football and Visible Minority Radio and TV Network (VMRTN).

3. Kinoak Arena

363 Warminster Drive, Oakville

Phone: 905-338-4191

Amenities include:

• Ice Pad (180 by 80 feet)
  

4. Maple Grove Arena

2237 Devon Road, Oakville

Phone: 905-338-4193

Amenities include:

• Ice Pad (180 by 80 feet)

5. River Oaks Community Centre

2400 Sixth Line, Oakville

Phone: 905-338-4186

Amenities include:

• A Pad (190 by 85 feet)
• B Pad (200 by 100 feet)
• Charging station

6. Sixteen Mile Sports Complex

3070 Neyagawa Boulevard, Oakville

Phone: 905-815-6177

Oakville’s state-of-the-art quad pad arena and housing of a new community center are currently under construction.

Amenities at this fully accessible facility include:

• Arena 1, Olympic-sized ice pad (200 by 100 feet) with seating for 1,500
• Arena 2, NHL-sized ice pad (200 by 85 feet) with sledge hockey benches
• Arenas 3 and 4, NHL-sized ice pads (200 by 85 feet)
• Two shooter pads (20 by 40 feet)
• 20 changerooms
• Community Room 1 (Large rate) and Community Room 2 (Medium rate)
• Elevator access to the second floor
• Puckz Pub offers a full-service restaurant with views of two ice surfaces, while Puckz on the Fly serves as a convenient snack bar on the upper concourse.

Sixteen Mile Sports Complex is the proud home of theOakville Rangers,Oakville Blades, andSkate Oakville, with their offices conveniently located on-site.

7. Trafalgar Park Community Center

133 Rebecca Street, Oakville

Phone: 905-338-4406

Amenities include:

• Oakville Arena is an NHL-sized ice pad (200 by 85 feet) featuring a distinctive wooden roof truss system
• Electric vehicle charging station - at the northwest end of the parking lot

Oakville's hockey and sports facilities are not just places to play but hubs of excellence, community, and sportsmanship. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, exploring these venues is a testament to Oakville's dedication to fostering a vibrant sports culture. So lace up your skates, grab your gear, and discover why Oakville stands proudly as a premier destination for sports enthusiasts everywhere. 

Feel free to contact me to get near one of these arenas!