The Complete Guide to Backyard Hockey Rinks, Synthetic Ice, and Hockey Training Equipment
Hockey is one of the most exciting sports in the world — fast, physical, and deeply satisfying to play at any level. But getting real ice time can be a challenge. Between rink rentals, travel, and scheduling conflicts, dedicated players and hockey families often struggle to get enough practice time to meaningfully improve. That's where Omaha Sports & Games comes in. Our hockey collection is built around a simple idea: bring the game to your backyard, your driveway, and your game room, so players can train and play on their own schedule, year after year.
Whether you're shopping for a beginner's first backyard ice hockey rink, a full NHL-sized rink for serious family play, a synthetic ice rink for year-round skating regardless of climate, or a hockey training screen for solo shooting and passing drills, we carry everything you need to elevate your game at home.
Backyard Ice Rinks — Real Ice, Right in Your Yard
Nothing replicates the feel of real ice. For players in cold-weather climates, a backyard ice rink is one of the best investments a hockey family can make. Our YardRink backyard ice rinks are built with durable interlocking rink board panels that contain water as it freezes, creating a safe, properly shaped ice surface without digging, permits, or permanent construction. Setup is straightforward, the boards are reusable season after season, and the result is a real skating experience just steps from your back door.
We carry the full YardRink lineup, giving you options for every yard size and budget:
YardRink Junior Rink — 15' x 27' ($1,170)
The YardRink Junior Rink is the perfect starting point for young players and families new to backyard ice. At 15 feet by 27 feet, it fits comfortably in most standard backyards while providing enough room for kids to skate, stickhandle, and work on fundamentals. It's the most affordable entry point in the YardRink line at $1,170, making it an accessible investment for families who want to introduce hockey to their children without committing to a larger setup right away.
YardRink Starter Rink — 17' x 35' ($3,189)
The YardRink Starter Rink at 17 by 35 feet offers a meaningful step up in skating room while still fitting in a modest-sized yard. This size is ideal for one-on-one passing drills, skating laps, and shooting practice. Players who have outgrown the Junior Rink or who are starting out with slightly more space will find this size gives them real room to develop their skills.
YardRink Medium Rink — 23' x 44' with NHL Logos ($3,999)
The YardRink Medium Rink at 23 by 44 feet is where the backyard hockey experience starts to feel like the real thing. This size accommodates small group play, gives skaters room to build speed, and includes authentic NHL logo decals to make your rink look the part. At $3,999, it's a popular middle-ground choice for hockey-serious families who want enough ice for legitimate practice sessions without needing a very large yard.
YardRink Standard Rink — 26' x 53' Official NHL Licensed ($4,380)
For players who want an officially licensed NHL backyard experience, the YardRink Standard Rink is 26 feet by 53 feet — the same proportions as a regulation NHL rink, just scaled for your property. This is the go-to choice for serious players who practice regularly and want a rink that truly mirrors game conditions. It's officially NHL licensed, making it the most authentic backyard ice rink experience short of building a full-size sheet.
YardRink Large Rink — 32' x 65' with NHL Logo Decals ($5,149)
The YardRink Large Rink at 32 by 65 feet is the pinnacle of the backyard ice rink lineup. With NHL logo decals and a massive skating surface, this rink supports multi-player games, realistic skating drills, and full family or neighborhood hockey sessions. If you have the yard space and want the ultimate backyard hockey setup, this is it.
Synthetic Ice Rinks — Skate Year-Round, Anywhere
Real ice requires freezing temperatures — but hockey doesn't have to wait for winter. The Skate Anytime All-Star Synthetic Ice Rink by Skate Anytime is a 20 by 30 foot interlocking polymer panel system that delivers a real skating and stickhandling surface with no water, no freezing, and no seasonal limitations. It's designed for garages, driveways, basements, or any flat surface, and it performs in any climate — making it the perfect solution for players in warmer states or anyone who wants to train twelve months a year.
Starting at $5,799, the Skate Anytime rink is a serious investment, but one that pays dividends in the form of unlimited practice time and genuine ice-like performance. Skate, shoot, stickhandle, and improve your edge work all year without leaving home. Pair it with the Hockey SportScreen for a complete at-home training setup that rivals what most players can access at a traditional rink.
Street Hockey Rinks — No Ice Required
Not every hockey player lives in a climate where backyard ice is possible — and not every driveway waits for winter. That's where YardRink Street Rinks come in. Built with the same durable rink board technology as the ice rink lineup, YardRink Street Rinks are designed for asphalt, concrete, sport courts, and parking areas. They create a properly bounded playing surface for street hockey, roller hockey, and ball hockey, with puck and ball retention boards to keep play contained and competitive.
NHL Street Hockey Size — 32' x 62' ($3,099)
The YardRink Street Rink NHL Size at 32 by 62 feet matches the dimensions used in official NHL street hockey programs, making it the standard choice for players who want a regulation street hockey experience. It's large enough for real game play while fitting on most driveways or sport courts.
Tennis Court Size — 35' x 77' ($3,899)
The Tennis Court Size Street Rink at 35 by 77 feet is ideal if you have an existing tennis court or a larger paved surface that you want to convert into a multi-use sport area. This size gives players significantly more room to skate and is popular for neighborhoods and multi-family setups where several kids will be playing at once.
Basketball Court Size — 50' x 95' ($5,049)
The Basketball Court Size Street Rink at 50 by 95 feet is the largest street hockey option we carry, designed to fit a standard basketball court footprint. For facilities, community spaces, or serious multi-sport setups, this rink creates a full-size street hockey environment that can support real team practices and pickup games.
Hockey Training Equipment — Practice Smarter at Home
Having a rink is one thing — having the tools to maximize your time on it is another. The Hockey SportScreen by The Sport Screen is a remote-controlled rebounder screen that lets players practice passing and shooting accuracy completely solo. Set the screen at the angle you want, fire pucks or balls at it, and work on precision, power, and technique without needing a partner or a goal. Starting from $579.99, the SportScreen is one of the most versatile and affordable training tools available for hockey players of any level.
For players serious about their development, combining a backyard rink or synthetic ice surface with the Hockey SportScreen creates a genuine home training environment. Browse our full range of sports training equipment to round out your setup with additional tools for agility, conditioning, and skill development.
Indoor Hockey Games — Bring the Action Inside
Hockey fans don't stop loving the game when they step inside. Our bubble hockey tables and air hockey tables bring fast-paced hockey action to your basement, game room, or rec room all year long. These are the kinds of pieces that anchor a great home entertainment space and create years of friendly competition for families and friends.
Our collector's highlight is the Miracle on Ice 40th Anniversary Edition Super Chexx Pro — a premium bubble hockey table commemorating one of the greatest moments in sports history. Built with exceptional detail and game-room quality construction, this is as much a conversation piece as it is a game. It's the perfect centerpiece for any hockey fan's space and pairs beautifully with our full range of table games including ping pong tables, foosball tables, and pool tables.
Who Is Our Hockey Collection For?
Our hockey equipment serves a wide range of players and situations. Youth players benefit enormously from having a backyard rink or synthetic ice surface at home — the extra repetitions from casual skating and shooting practice compound over time and translate directly to improvement on the ice. Hockey parents know that the players who get ahead are the ones who put in extra time outside of team practices, and a home rink makes that possible every day without driving to a facility.
Competitive and recreational adult players use our rinks for conditioning, skill maintenance, and solo training. Families use them to create lasting backyard memories across seasons. And communities, facilities, and schools looking for a durable, reusable hockey surface find our large street hockey rinks ideal for programming and events.
How to Choose the Right Hockey Rink
The right rink comes down to four factors: your available space, your climate, how you plan to use it, and your budget. If you live in a cold-weather region and have yard space, a YardRink ice rink offers the most authentic experience for the money. If your winters are mild or you want year-round access, the Skate Anytime synthetic ice rink is the right call. If you're working with a driveway or sport court and don't need ice at all, one of our YardRink Street Rinks gives you a contained, professional street hockey surface without any water or cold temperatures required.
Not sure which option is right for your situation? Our team is happy to help. Contact our experts online or call us at (888) 884-2234 and we'll walk you through every option based on your yard size, climate, and goals.
More Ways to Play — Explore the Full Sports & Games Collection
Hockey is just one part of what we do at Omaha Sports & Games. We carry one of the broadest selections of backyard, indoor, and recreational sports equipment anywhere, with dedicated collections for basketball hoops, baseball and softball, soccer, football, pickleball, and much more under our full sports collection. If you're building out a complete backyard sports and recreation setup, explore our backyard fun and weights and fitness collections, or check out our games collection for the best in home game room equipment. For athletes focused on recovery, our wellness and recovery collection features saunas, cold plunge tubs, and more to help you bounce back faster between sessions.
