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Programs

Slightly less formal than our leagues are our Curling programs. These do not require the same level of commitment and appeal to a wide variety of curlers including our younger curlers.  Programs do not have any additional cost to your base membership, though select programs are associated with specific membership categories.

Program Information

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A signed Liability Release Form is required for participation. Fill one out when you arrive at the club. The youth form must be signed by the youth’s parent or legal guardian.

Our Youth programs are for those 21 and under only. A parent or guardian must be present in the warm room for those youth participating in Middle Rockers.

Our College program is for those 18 and over who are affiliated with specific colleges in the local area.

Skill / Atmosphere Types

Social / Fun
Designed for members at any level of play who are most interested in having fun. Fosters a fun and relaxed curling environment. Teaches game rules, etiquette & strategy.

Instructional / Balanced
Builds on the basics with experienced instruction. Designed to increase understanding of the mechanics and strategy of the game while creating a consistent curling experience. This is geared to both brand new curlers and those interested in advancing their skills.

Competitive / Elite
Competitive-oriented individuals learning high level strategy and shot making. Designed to fine tune the highest level of the game. Curlers must have a year of experience.

General Program Offerings

Monday Developmental

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Instructional / Balanced
  • When: Monday Afternoons, 5:00pm - 7:00pm (on-ice / warm room)
  • Commitment: Drop-in 
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals & Groups
  • Description:
    • Open to all Regular Membership PCC curling members.
    • Our goal is to develop curlers who plan to or already play in leagues. We emphasize drill-based training & peer feedback to improve our abilities.
    • We welcome all skill levels; more experienced curlers will be asked to mentor and guide newer members.
    • The format will be focused on specific skill sets in a given week, with drills available and tailored to those skills.  The last half hour is reserved for warm room discussion.
    • It is a low-pressure environment to get practice with pebbling & nipping.
    • If you've attended a Learn To Curl or are new to the sport, refine your skills and make a splash at front end!

Tuesday Matinee

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Social / Fun
  • When: Tuesdays, 1 draw (5:00pm - 7:00pm)
  • Commitment: Drop-in
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals
  • Description:
    • Open to all Regular Membership PCC curling members. Perfect for new curlers
    • Teams self-assembled each week, facilitated by league coordinator
    • Capped at 32 players each week

Daytime Curling (Wednesday)

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Social / Fun
  • When: Wednesday, 1 draw (10:00am to Noonish)
  • Commitment: Drop-in
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals, Pairs
  • Description:
    • Open to all Regular Membership PCC curling members.  Capped at 32 people, 

Saturday Morning Breakfast Extravaganza

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Social / Fun
  • When: Saturday mornings, 1 draw (Instruction @ 8:00am, Curling @ 9:30am)
  • Commitment: Advance Sign ups
  • Who can sign-up:Individuals, Pairs
  • Description:
    • Open to all Regular Membership PCC curling members.
    • Members and non-members must register in advance to guarantee a spot
    • Teams formed by the coordinator on day of play
    • Capped at 32 curlers (12 slots are reserved for non-members)
    • Non-members are welcome at a cost of $30.00
    • Instructional period is from 8:00 to 9:00
    • Breakfast is served from 8:45 to 9:15
    • A donation of $3 to $4 is solicited for breakfast
    • This event provides a fun, social time for all participants. New curlers and non-members are welcome!

College Developmental

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Instructional / Balanced
  • When: Saturdays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
  • Commitment: Drop-in
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals
  • Description:
    • Open to College & Regular Membership PCC curling members
    • This program is for undergraduate and graduate students at least 18 years of age who are enrolled full-time at a college or university that has established a program through the PCC Training Committee
    • Weekly sessions may include basic instruction, drills for skill development, strategy development, and game play
    • Teams may be developed with the goal of participating in the USA College Curling Tour
    • Competition with other college and university teams may be scheduled as part of the USA College Curling Tour 

Saturday Practice Ice

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Self-Guided Practice
  • When: Saturdays, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Commitment: Drop-in
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals
  • Description:

Saturday Evenings

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Drop In
  • When: Saturday Nights and assorted Holidays
  • Commitment: Drop in
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals & Teams
  • Description:
    • Open to all Regular Membership PCC curling members.
    • Register to know when Ice will be available, usually 2-3 weeks before
    • Signups are requested to ensure numbers

Youth Programs

Youth: Junior Elite Training

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Competitive / Elite
  • When: Thursdays, 3:30pm to 5:30pm
  • Commitment: Drop-in after contacting the coordinator
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals
  • Description:
    • Open to Youth & Regular Membership, based on age and ability. Please contact the coordinator or training for inclusion
    • Designed for Juniors interested in perfecting their skill at the elite level
    • Weekly sessions include drills and advanced instruction from experiences coaches
    • Experienced adult members are allowed to attend as space allows

Youth: Middle Rocker Program

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Social / Fun
  • When: Sundays, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
  • Commitment: Only 3 absences allowed per Half Season, without mitigating circumstances
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals ages 5 through 11 or 12, depending on experience
  • Description:
    • Open to Youth Membership PCC curling members, ages 5 and up based on ability
    • Includes both elementary and middle school students, throwing to the middle houses
    • Weekly sessions start with review and instruction of basic curling skills
    • Will run through some fun drills that introduce delivery, throwing stones, and sweeping
    • Snacks will be served as a short break during the session
    • After snacks, return to the ice for some fun games that teach curling skills and strategies

Youth: Junior Program

  • Skill / Atmosphere: Instructional / Balanced
  • When: Sundays, 2:00pm to 4:30pm
  • Commitment: Drop-in after registration
  • Who can sign-up: Individuals
  • Description:
    • Open to Youth & Regular Membership PCC curling members, based on age and ability.  Under 21 by June 30th. 
    • Includes teens in middle and high school and early college-age, throwing regular-weight rocks
    • Weekly sessions start with warm ups, practice delivery and basic skills and running of drills
    • After a quick break, the group is divided into teams of varying skill level for some game play