CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

Feel the rush of pure speed on wheels! Skateland’s Speed Skating sessions are all about power, precision, and pushing your limits. Skaters learn technique, control, and racing skills in a supportive, high-energy environment designed to help you go faster and skate smarter.

1. Assumption of Risk & Safety Gear

  • Roller skating is a physical activity with inherent risks of injury. By entering the facility and/or participating in skating, all patrons accept these risks.
  • To minimise risk, Skateland strongly recommends the use of protective safety gear. Wrist guards, knee pads, and elbow pads are highly recommended. The use of personal helmets is also strongly encouraged for all skaters.
  • Only persons wearing roller skates or inline skates are permitted on the skating surface. Walking shoes are strictly prohibited on the rink floor unless authorised by staff or management in an emergency. No food, drinks, or chewing gum may be taken onto the skating surface at any time.
  • Wheelchairs are strictly prohibited on the active skating surface due to health and safety risks.

2. Supervision of Minors

  • In alignment with New Zealand law, all children under the age of 14 must be accompanied and actively supervised by a parent, legal guardian, or a responsible caregiver aged 14 or over at all times. Unaccompanied minors under 14 will be refused entry. Parents or guardians retain full legal responsibility for their children’s health, safety, and behaviour while at the venue.

3. Alcohol, Smoking, Vaping & Intoxicants

  • Skateland is a strictly smoke-free, vape-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free facility.
  • Anyone suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or illicit substances will be refused entry and/or requested to leave the premises immediately without a refund available to them.

4. Fire Safety & Naked Flames

  • In compliance with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) regulations, no naked flames, sparklers, or open fires are permitted anywhere inside the facility. This includes birthday candles within the party rooms.

5. Management & Staff Authority

  • Skateland Management reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any person at their absolute discretion.
  • All patrons must strictly comply with the instructions, signs, and requests of Skateland staff. Failure to follow staff directions or engaging in reckless or aggressive behavior will result in immediate removal from the premises.

6. Ticketing, Sessions & Refunding

  • All skate tickets are purchased on a non-refundable, non-transferable basis.
  • Public session times vary. The most up-to-date schedule is maintained and notified via our official website and social media channels.

7. Party Bookings & Room Hire

  • Party Room bookings are strictly limited to the specific, designated time block stated on your booking confirmation (e.g., 2 hours). While party guests are welcome to remain and skate for the entire duration of a public session, the physical party room must be completely vacated promptly at the conclusion of the booked slot to allow for cleaning and subsequent bookings. Additional fees may be charged for groups failing to vacate the room promptly at the conclusion of their booked slot, or for any damage caused to the room.

8. Dogs & Animals

  • Dogs are permitted inside the venue provided they are kept on a short lead, actively supervised by an owner at all times, and kept well clear of all entry and exit points to the active rink surface.
  • Certified disability assist dogs are permitted and valid registration must be provided if requested.
  • All animal carers must ensure their animals do not interfere with the enjoyment or safety of other patrons. Any animalwaste must be removed immediately by the owner/carer. Skateland staff reserve the right to request the removal ofany animal that is uncontrolled, disruptive, or posing a hazard.

9. Personal Property

  • Skateland accepts no responsibility or liability for the loss, theft, or damage of personal items brought into the venue. All items left in lockers, cubbies, or common areas are left entirely at the owner’s risk.

10. Photography & Filming

  • By entering Skateland, patrons consent to being photographed or filmed by venue staff for promotional, security, or social media purposes.
  • Commercial photography or filming by patrons requires prior written approval from management.

These Conditions of Entry were approved and ratified by the Mt. Wellington Roller Sports Club Inc. Board of Trustees. Effective September 2026. Management reserves the right to amend these terms at any time without prior notice.