Nonprofit Pettit Center's Mission to Support Ice Sports

The Pettit National Ice Center is an official U.S. Olympic Training Site located in the heart of Southeastern Wisconsin. One of only a handful of indoor ovals in the world, the 3,000-seat center houses a 400-meter indoor speed skating oval and two Olympic-size ice rinks used for hockey, figure skating, short track speed skating, wheelchair hockey and more. Take advantage of this world-class facility by joining Olympic athletes, skating clubs, recreational skaters and health enthusiasts in all the Pettit Center has to offer.

Mission Statement
The Pettit National Ice Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that supports the development and health benefits of skating among people of all ages and abilities. The Pettit Center actively promotes to the general public, young and old, the mental and physical rewards of recreational skating. Designated an Olympic Training Site and one of only 12 indoor Olympic Ovals in the world; the Center also helps prepare amateur athletes for local, regional, national and international competition in speed skating.

Vision Statement
Through education, competitive training and recreational programs, the Pettit National Ice Center promotes positive development and a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages.

The Facility

Dedication: December 31, 1992

One of only 11 indoor 400-meter ovals in all of the world

Official US Olympic Training Facility

Building Overview:
Building Overview:
$13 million facility
Square Footage:
200,000 square feet -- total building
155,000 square feet -- arena
97,000 square feet of total ice
400-meter oval designed for long track speed skating
Two International-sized (100' x 200') rinks for hockey, figure skating and short track speed skating
450-meter, two-lane jogging track surrounding the ice oval
150-capacity Hall of Fame lounge over-looking the ice arena
Skate Rental facilities with figure, hockey and speed skates