The Ray Persson Memorial Arena is home to a hockey rink and the local fitness centre. The hockey rink sees heavy use in the wintertime from hockey programs, tournaments, and public skating. The rink is also used year-round as it houses many events such as Canada Day and Black Bear Jamboree. The facility is the central part of the recreation hub in Norman Wells.
The fitness centre is located upstairs in the Ray Persson Memorial Arena. It has all the amenities for your workout. A variety of cardio machines to fit your workout. A free weight area with benches to mix in all levels of workouts. Cables and other machines that help you target muscles from leg to chest. Bench press stations and squat racks which are a standard to most workouts. This gym offers all the necessities to stay active and fit in the north, especially during those cold winter months.