VISAR, TPP partnering on VI’s first ice-skating rink
The ice-skating rink, scheduled to open on November 28, 2020, is said to be the first in the Leeward Islands, and will be the main attraction at VISAR’s new annual fundraiser, which will also feature a quaint holiday village, nightly snowfall and family events on the weekend.
Initiative long in the works - Julie Schneider
VISAR’s Executive Creative Director Julie Schneider, speaking at a press conference last week October 8, 2020, said the skating fee will be $10 per skater for 30 mins on the ice. This also includes skates.
A release on the initiative noted that socks will also be required and will be for sale at a minimal price for those who need them.
“During the week, the rink will be open from 2:00pm -7:00pm, and on weekends until 10:00pm. For special events, the rink will be closed to the public. Opening times may change depending on whether the cruise ship industry is operational. The rink will open on Saturday, November 28, 2020, and close for the season on Wednesday, January 6, 2021,” the release said.
Ms Schneider said the organisation is working out of its contingency fund to get the project off the ground, and that plans were in the works for several months with the skating rink being sourced from a company in Switzerland.
Liability waiver & skaters under 18 Years Old
VISAR will also be looking to protect itself from liabilities through a code of conduct before persons get on the ice as well as a hefty liability policy from Caribbean Insurers Ltd.
“All skaters must sign a waiver and follow the ‘Code of Conduct for Skaters’. Anyone under 18 years old will need to present a signed waiver by a parent or guardian in order to skate; anyone under 12 years old will need to be accompanied to the ice rink by a parent or guardian and, anyone under 6 years old will need a parent or guardian on the ice with them when skating,” a release noted.
Other merchandise that will be on sale includes Santa hats and headbands, VISAR event branded gear, cotton candy, and popcorn.
Employment opportunities
Ms Schneider said VISAR will also work with the Department of Labour as well as the Department of Education to hire persons to work on the rink. They will also bring in students who need community service hours for graduation.
Social distancing rules, monitering and other COVID-19 policies will be in place with the local environmental health team making rounds at the venue.
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23 Responses to “VISAR, TPP partnering on VI’s first ice-skating rink”
So creative that came with this stupid idea... Just wondering how much electricity will be wasted to keep the ice... Not a green initiative!
Remember Jamaica had a sledge team at the olympics
Years back UP and his Rotary club build a Christmas village that was out of the world beautiful and a huge success. We don’t have much entertainment here. That can be a great success. VISAR is mainly supported by whites and many of them are used to ice skate. Let’s give it a try
I think it's a wonderful initiative, especially for the youngsters/and not so old to engage in some form of recreation.