Why Join curling?

Curling is a sport that offers something for everyone, regardless of age. One of its greatest appeals is its inclusivity—it’s a sport that can be enjoyed by people from young children to seniors. Whether you are looking for a gentle game, something more competitive, or a fun social activity, curling provides it.

Here are five reasons why curling is a great choice:

1. All-Age Accessibility: Curling is easy on the body, making it accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels. It’s a lower impact sport that allows older players to stay active without risking injury, while still being engaging enough for younger players. The basics of the sport are easy to learn, so you can reach a level of participation and enjoyment quickly. And with the advent of stick delivery, players can still participate and enjoy the benefits of the game even if they can’t get into the crouch “hack position” for rock delivery.
2. Community and Social Connection: Curling is known for its strong sense of community & camaraderie, on and off the ice. Joining a curling club means becoming part of a welcoming, social & supportive group, where you can build friendships across generations.
3. Mental and Physical Exercise: Curling is a strategic game that challenges your mind, requiring concentration, teamwork, and tactical thinking. At the same time, it involves physical activity that helps improve balance, coordination, and flexibility.
4. Adaptability: The sport can be played casually or competitively, making it adaptable to your interests and skill level. Whether you are looking for a relaxed pastime or aiming to compete, curling can meet your needs.
5. Lifelong Enjoyment: Because it is so accessible, curling can be a lifelong sport. It’s common to see players of all ages on the ice, from children just starting out to retirees enjoying their golden years. It is one of the rare sports when you can have 2-3 generations on the ice together playing a game or enjoying a bonspiel.

In short, curling is a sport that brings together people of all ages, offering physical activity, mental engagement, and a sense of community, and the Barrie Curling Club would love to be the place you decide to join!

Rowan's Law Forms

Youth Members up to Age 18

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Concussion Awareness Resource for Ages 10 and Under

Concussion Awareness Resource for Ages 11 to 14

Concussion Awareness Resource for Ages 15 and Up

Concussion Code of Conduct for Athletes & Parents/Guardians

Adult Members Age 19-26

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Concussion Awareness Resource for Ages 15 and Up

Concussion Code of Conduct for Athletes 

Coaches Association of Ontario Toolkit for Coaches

Have you ever wanted to try a new position? Become a Vice or Skip?

Hone your skills to be a better curler? Now you can!

The purposes of the Development League are to:

• Provide an opportunity for Learn to Curl graduates to further their skills through league play
• Help curlers who need a "refresher" after being away from the game
• Allow current BCC members to further develop their skills including "moving up" from Lead or Second to Vice or Skip

What does the Development League include?

• Off-ice coaching
• On-ice coaching
• Development of tools and techniques to improve your game
• Plenty of game play

League Schedule 2024-2025 - as of 16 May 2024

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Looking for Membership Rates and Information? Go here: Membership

League play for the 2024-2025 season is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. 

Rules of Curling from Curling Canada

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Ice Conditions Feedback Form

Updated 2 October 2024:

Available Practice Ice:

Friday, October 4 - 1:30-3:30 pm

Sunday, October 6 - 1:30-3:30 pm

Monday October 7 to Friday October 11 - 1:30-3:30 pm

Monday October 7 & Wednesday October 9 - 6:00-8:00 pm - The BCC does not normally reserve practice sheets - for these two dates, however, 2 sheets have been reserved from 6:00-7:00 pm for the four club teams that will be competing in the qualifiers (Oct 18-20) that lead to representing Ontario at the Everest Canadian Curling Club Championships which the BCC is hosting November 18-24

The Barrie Curling Club (BCC) Curling For Life Program is based on two main programs:

• The Canadian Sports for Life program (CS4L); and
• The Curling for Life program also knows and curling’s Long-Term Athletic Development (LTAD) program.

The BCC Curling For Life Program combines aspects of both the CS4L and Curling For Life program in order to accomplish several goals:

• Provide fun and effective programs for the kids - this includes the existing Little Rocks, Intermediates and Junior programs. These programs will help our young curlers stay in the sport of curling and make curling a part of their lives for many years to come. The target audience may not remain in the Barrie area for their lifetime, but the love of the sport may have them curl in other areas of the country well into their adult years.
• Provide safe and effective programs for adults – this includes the Learn to Curl program and new Development League. When adults learn to curl safely and effectively, they tend to get better at the sport and as a result remain in the sport longer.
• Provide competitive programs for kids and adults. The BCC is establishing new programs for allowing its members to become more competitive. This may include a future league that is competitive (for example, the Tuesday CYO has new funding for prizes that will engage more competitive curlers), providing additional coaching to teams playing in OCA events, and providing other means to become more competitive.

The CS4L and Curl For Life programs consist of 7 steps:

Stage 1: Active Start (0-6 years)
Stage 2: FUNdamental (girls 6-8, boys 6-9)
Stage 3: Learn to Train (girls 8-11, boys 9-12)
Stage 4: Train to Train (girls 11-15, boys 12-16)
Stage 5: Train to Compete (girls 15-21, boys 16-23)
Stage 6: Train to Win (girls 18+, boys 19+)
Stage 7: Active for Life (any age participant)

Stages 1, 2 and 3 develop physical literacy before puberty so children have the basic skills to be active for life. Physical literacy also provides the foundation for those who choose to pursue elite training in one sport or activity after age 12. The current Little Rocks and Junior program accomplish Stages 1, 2 and 3.

Stages 4, 5 and 6 provide elite training for those who want to specialize in one sport and compete at the highest level, maximizing the physical, mental and emotional development of each athlete. The current Junior program accomplishes a part of stage 4.

Stage 7 is about staying Active for Life through lifelong participation in competitive or recreational sport or physical activity. The Learn to Curl program introduces people of all ages to the sport of curling; our development league helps develop curling ability; and our leagues and bonspiels keep members active for life.

The BCC Curling For Life Program currently accomplishes stages 1, 2, 3 and 7. Some elements of stage 4 are accomplished through the Junior program. The program will improve the BCC’s ability to satisfy the accomplishment of stages 1, 2, 3 and 7; improve stage 4; and provide the opportunity of graduating Junior curlers to accomplish stages 4, 5 and 6.

Stay tuned for our communication plan. In the meantime, visit:

• Our newsletter.
• Our gallery.

Learn to Curl for Youth Curlers

Youth Curling Open House (ages 6 to 17) – December 1, 2024 - click here is register.

Learn to Curl for Adults

Learn to Curl programs have completed for 2024.    Join the mailing list to receive updates on future instructional events where you can learn to curl.