Heilongjiang Winter Sports Training Center
The Heilongjiang Winter Sports Training Center is a state-funded ice sports complex in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China. Established in 1973 and managed by the Heilongjiang Provincial Sports Bureau, it serves as a national training hub for ice sports and a venue for international competitions. Spanning 91,545 m2, the center comprises three main facilities: the Speed Skating Hall, Short Track & Figure Skating Hall, and Figure Skating Training Hall. Recognized as a "National Comprehensive Sports Training Base" in 2014, it has produced numerous Olympic champions, including Yang Yang, Wang Meng, and Zhang Hong.
Facilities
The Heilongjiang Winter Sports Training Center comprises three major facilities designed for elite training and international competitions.The Speed Skating Hall, constructed in 1995, spans 192 meters in length and features a 400-meter Olympic-standard track alongside two short-track rinks. Its innovative daylighting roof, crafted from shadowless glass, eliminates artificial lighting needs during daytime operations. With a seating capacity of 1,594, this venue has hosted pivotal events such as the 1996 Asian Winter Games and multiple World Cup Speed Skating competitions.
Adjacent to it stands the Short Track & Figure Skating Hall, built in 1983. This versatile arena measures 120 meters in length and incorporates retractable flooring, allowing rapid conversion between ice hockey, curling, and figure skating configurations. Its 2,767-seat capacity has accommodated high-profile competitions like the 2004 World Junior Figure Skating Championships.
The Figure Skating Training Hall, added in 2008, provides specialized support for athletes. Its underground level houses a standard 65m×34m ice rink and two curling lanes, while the second floor offers a 2,000 m2 off-ice training zone equipped with weightlifting and ballet barres to enhance technical precision.