Competition Venues

The 2006 US Synchronized Team Skating Championships utilizes 2 beautiful ice arenas located in the city of Grand Rapids. Information on these rinks is shown below; the locations of these rinks is indicated on the Hotel Info page on this website.

Van Andel Arena - Competition Venue

Competition Events and Official Practice Ice are held at the Van Andel Arena in downtown Grand Rapids.

130 Fulton West / Grand Rapids, Michigan
Phone: (616) 742-6600
Driving Directions and Parking Instructions
Parking Lots Map (and downtown map)
Rink Layout Map
Van Andel Seating Sections Map
Arena Website

Patterson Ice Center - Unofficial Practice Ice

Unofficial Practice ice will be held at the Patterson Ice Center on the Southeast side of Grand Rapids, approximately 11 driving miles from Van Andel Arena (note, this rink was formerly called the Standard Federal Ice Center).

2550 Patterson Avenue / Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone: (616) 940-1423
Rink Website
Maps and Directions

Photo - Van Andel Arena