Skate Downtown Cincy - CIT Summer Camp at SDC
Skate Downtown Cincy DAY CAMPS
Want to work behind the scenes at one of Cincinnati’s most active riverfront spaces?
Join the Teen CIT Leadership Program and gain real experience running events, leading activities, and working with your community.
WHO
Teens ages 13 to 17
WHEN
8 summer sessions
June through August
Weekly commitment: Tuesday - Saturday
WHERE
Riverfront Rink at Sawyer Point
907 Riverside Drive
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Support summer camps and youth programs
Help run Friday night skate events with DJs, art, and music
Set up and break down equipment and activity spaces
Lead games and assist beginner skaters
Work with staff to plan and run events
Welcome and engage with the public
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Leadership and teamwork
Event planning and production
Youth mentoring skills
Communication and customer service
How a public recreation site operates
WHY JOIN
Build real job experience
Earn service hours
Work in a high-energy outdoor setting
Meet new people
Get a reference for future jobs
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT
During the week you help facilitate youth programs and general skating operations. Every Friday night, you help run large teen skate events with music, art, and skating. Saturdays CITs will support Sunset Skates + special events and festivals.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply through Cincinnati Parks CIT Program
First step is to take this training module:https://bttr.im/0kbrd
Questions
Email hello@SkateDowntownCincy.com
Be part of something active, creative, and community-driven this summer
Schedule
CITs will assist with the following programs each week:
June 2-8: Summer Day Camps, Riverfront Social (ages 13-17) Rec@Nite, Throwback Thursday Skating Fundraiser & Adaptive Rollerskating
June 26-July 3: Summer Day Camps, Riverfront Social (ages 13-17), Rec@Nite, & Pride Festival at the skating rink
July 6-11: Summer Camp at Sawyer Point (week-long self-produced camp), Riverfront Social (ages 13-17), & Rec@Nite
July 13-18: Summer Camp at Sawyer Point (week-long self-produced camp), Riverfront Social (ages 13-17)
July 20-25: Summer Day Camps, Riverfront Social (ages 13-17), NHL STREET Youth Hockey, Sunset Skate, & ArtWorks Apprentices Celebration
28-Aug 1: Summer Day Camps, Riverfront Social (ages 13-17), NHL STREET Youth Hockey, & Sunset Skate
Aug 4-8: Summer Day Camps, Riverfront Social (ages 13-17), NHL STREET Youth Hockey, & On Point Music Festival at the skating rink
Aug 11-15: Riverfront Social (ages 13-17), NHL STREET Youth Hockey, & Black Family Reunion Festival at the skating rink
Qualifications Required
- CIT Quals - CIT APP Complete Must be CIT APP PASS
- CIT Quals - CIT Training Module Must be Passed
Schedule Summary
This activity has the following schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, June 26, 2026 | 9:15 AM | 3:15 PM |
| Monday, July 06, 2026 | 8:45 AM | 4:15 PM |
| Monday, July 13, 2026 | 8:45 AM | 4:15 PM |
| Monday, July 20, 2026 | 9:45 AM | 1:15 PM |
| Tuesday, July 28, 2026 | 9:15 AM | 3:15 PM |
| Tuesday, August 04, 2026 | 9:15 AM | 3:15 PM |
| Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 9:15 AM | 3:15 PM |
