Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval

About Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval

The Clarence Downey Speed Skating Oval offers an exciting change of pace for skating enthusiasts. You do not need speed skates to enjoy skating at the 400 m outdoor oval. There are different lanes for different speeds and lots of room for every level of skater. The Oval is home to the Saskatoon Lion’s Speed Skating Club’s long track speed skating program and has produced Olympic athletes such as Catriona Le May Doan.

Located in the Gordie Howe Sports Complex at 11th Street and Avenue R South, the facility features a modern warm-up building that lets you lace up your skates in comfort. There is also a vending machine, change rooms, and public washrooms. This outdoor facility is open from late fall until early spring.

The Oval was named after the first coach of the Saskatoon Lions Speed Skating Club, which is the longest-running speed skating club in the country. The club has hosted national events at the Oval including the Canada Cup II & III and the Canadian Junior Long Track Speed Skating Championship.