Welcome to The Skills Center Facility!
Our state-of-the-art facility offers a wide range of versatile spaces, including a 20,000 sq. ft. gymnasium, a multisport event space, and various rooms equipped for workshops and meetings. With cutting-edge amenities, customizable layouts, and exceptional accommodations, The Skills Center Facility is perfect for sports events, corporate functions, professional gatherings, and more. Experience the ideal blend of functionality and comfort at our top-tier venue.
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- MultiSport Event Space (Seated Dinner) – 400 People
- MultiSport Event Space (Theatre Style) – 500 People
- Gymnasium – 3 Full Basketball/Volleyball Courts – or – 9 Pickle Ball Courts
- Training Room – (Classroom Style) 20 People
- Multipurpose Room – (Classroom Style) 50 People
- Health Hub – 60 People
- Covered Plaza – (Reception Style) – 75 People
*NOTE: The Health Hub & the Covered Plaza spaces are typically rented together.
Location | Monday-Thursday | Friday-Sunday |
Gymnasium (per court) | $125/hr | $175/hr |
Multisport / Event Space | $350/hr | $400/hr |
Multipurpose Room | $250/hr | $300/hr |
Academic Café | $150/hr | $200/hr |
Health Hub | $250/hr | $300/hr |
Plaza (Covered Outdoor Space) | $150/hr | $200/hr |
Training Room | $50/hr | $100/hr |
Included in Rate
- Water Dispensers
WiFi - On-Site Parking (125 spaces)
- *Additional parking options available.
- Black Folding Chairs – $2 per chair (500 qty available)
- Stage – 16’ x 24’ x 2’ w/ 2 stairs – $1200
- Podium & Microphone – $250
- Screens & Projectors – $300/ea. (2 available)
- Round Tables of 10 – – (48qty)
- Dedicated WiFi High Speed Internet Network – $150
Tampa Police Department Officers are required for any events that serve alcohol and/or expects 150+ people.
A 50% non-refundable deposit must be made upon signature of Event Contract to confirm your date and space requirements.
Remaining balance must be paid seven calendar days prior to the event.
*All events must use preferred caterer or bartender service listed below.
LivyO’s
813 494 0820 I Saleema Board I http://www.livyos.com
Gaston’s Culinary Services
813-280-2257 I Danyell Merideth I danyell@gastonsculinaryservices.com https://www.gastonsculinaryservices.com/
Konan’s BBQ
Michael Trigg, Owner
813-870-0404 https://www.konansbbqtampa.com/
Danny’s Coffee and Friends
813-290-7500
6800 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Ste 188 Tampa, FL. 33614
Latin appetizers, sandwiches, salads
I Got the Juice!
941-704-4096 I Janine Ward
igotthejuice11@gmail.com https://igotthejuice11.com/
*Juices, smoothies and fruit
The Fit Kitchen
*Suggested for groups of 100 or less
727-215-5005 I Chef Ray I thefitkitchen1@gmail.com
EVE CATERING, LLC
(813) 922-2917 I Eric Holland, Executive Chef I evecatering@hotmail.com
Olympia Catering Events
813-251-8225 I Dareen Diaz I www.olympiacatering.com
Catering By The Family
813-875-2000 ext 302. I. Steve Gonzalez. I steve@cateringbythefamily.com
*All food trucks must provide COI listing The Skills Center Inc. on the insurance rider.
Aussie Grill – Outback
(813) 487-9952 I aussiegrill4545brandon@aussiegrill.com I Samantha Pless
Mr. B’s Southern Kitchen
8134462021 I hornecece@yahoo.com I Cece Horne
Asian Variety
2392436408 I asianvariety1@gmail.com I Marion Orr
7th and Grove
8134959892 I lounge@7thandgrove.com I Tatiana Brown
Wingking Miami Style
7865877522 I Travis.trody@yahoo.com I Chef Travis
AJ’s Snowballs
8139280251 I ajssnowballs@gmail.com I Henry Miller
Westchase BBQ LLC
813-638-2522 I westchasebbq@gmail.com I Andre Robinson
Divinos Tacos
3176560262 I divinostacosFL@gmail.com I Pastor Perez
Event Planning, Signage/ Backdrop Design & Printing, Promotions & Day Of Event Management
Dash Coordinating and Marketing LLC
813-523-9301 I Jeanette Hordge-Smith I jeanette@dashmarketingllc.com
Extravaganza Productions
Paul Thomasson I pthomasson@extravaganzaproductions.com
AV / Stage/ Audio/ Lighting/ Pipe & Drape
Extravaganza Productions
Paul Thomasson I pthomasson@extravaganzaproductions.com
Photography & Videography
Dash Coordinating and Marketing LLC
813-523-9301 I Jeanette Hordge-Smith I jeanette@dashmarketingllc.com
Kerrick Williams Videography & Photography
kerrick@kerrickwilliams.com I https://kerrickwilliams.com/
Tent, Table, Linen & Chair Rental
US Tent Rentals
O: 941 – 727 – 3311 / C: 727-320-4427I Tina Smyth
Tina@ustentrental.com I www.ustentrental.com
Portable Restroom Trailers
Eagle Waste
813-402-2401 I Marisol Makoni I marisol@eaglewastellc.com
Event Decor
Extravaganza Productions
Paul Thomasson I pthomasson@extravaganzaproductions.com
*Custom Event Decor
Photography & Videography
Dash Coordinating and Marketing LLC
813-523-9301 I Jeanette Hordge-Smith I jeanette@dashmarketingllc.com
Kerrick Williams Videography & Photography
kerrick@kerrickwilliams.com I https://kerrickwilliams.com/
Tent, Table, Linen & Chair Rental
US Tent Rentals
O: 941 – 727 – 3311 / C: 727-320-4427I Tina Smyth
Tina@ustentrental.com I www.ustentrental.com
Portable Restroom Trailers
Eagle Waste
813-402-2401 I Marisol Makoni I marisol@eaglewastellc.com
