When is the Skate Plaza open?
The Skate Plaza is open everyday from dawn to dusk.

How much does it cost to visit the Skate Plaza?
The Skate Plaza is FREE!

How big is the Skate Plaza?
The Skate Plaza is 40,000 square feet.

What types of equipment are permitted on the Skate Plaza?
The Skate Plaza is designed for skateboards and inline skates only. Riding, operating or utilizing any other device is not permitted. View the rules.

Do I have to wear a helmet and pads while on the Skate Plaza?
Use of safety equipment, such as helmets, elbow pads, knee pads and wrist pads, is strongly recommended and encouraged.

Do I need a waiver to skate the Skate Plaza?

At this time, we are not requiring participants to complete a waiver prior to skating at the Skate Plaza.

What makes a Skate Plaza different from a Skate Park?
A skate plaza is different from a skate park in several ways. A skate plaza is designed for street skateboarding by incorporating urban terrain elements such as benches, rails, and ledges. Unlike most modern skate parks that consist of stark vertical ramps and half pipes, the skate plaza resembles a public square in a town or city by incorporating landscaping and art to create a multi-use park that is aesthetically pleasing.

Where is the Skate Plaza?
The Skate Plaza is located at 2801 E. Stroop Road, Kettering, Ohio 45420.
View a map of the facility (PDF file - 64K)

Who provided the funding to build the Skate Plaza?
The City of Kettering partnered with the Rob Dyrdek/DC Shoes Skate Plaza Foundation to build the Skate Plaza. More information on the history of the Skate Plaza can be found here.

Can I rent the Skate Plaza for an event?
At this time, we are not allowing groups to reserve the Skate Plaza for any reason. You can contact us at 937-296-2454 or kettprca@ketteringoh.org for more information.

I want to do a photo shoot at the Skate Plaza. Do I need to schedule that in advance?
Any photo shoots or media events at the Skate Plaza must be scheduled in advance through the City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department office at 937-296-2454 or email kettprca@ketteringoh.org.

For any questions not answered here, please contact the City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department at 937-296-2454 or email kettprca@ketteringoh.org.