Curling is a social sport focusing on fun, fitness, strategy, and teamwork. Played on a special indoor sheet of ice, the sport has both a physical and analytical aspect. With the rigorous sweeping required for many shots, participants get a good cardiovascular workout, and the strategy of the game is why it is often referred to as ”chess on ice”. The goal is to deliver your stone closest to the target, and then maintain that advantage while your competitor tries to get closer or knock your stone out.
The Rochester (New York) Curling Club offers Try Curling events for adults ages 18 and up. This introduction to the sport includes a brief instruction off the ice and individual instruction on the ice with an opportunity to play a short game. This program is intended to give you an opportunity to learn and try the sport.
These events are not intended to replace our Learn to Curl program which is intended for those wishing to join the Rochester Curling Club and be able to play regularly. For more information, please visit our Learn to Curl page.
For information on programs for younger curlers, please visit our Youth Curling page. RCC also hosts a College program.
For information on private parties, events and groups, plasee visit our Parties and Events page.
Dates and Times
Adult Try Curling event dates and times:
Dates for 2025-2026 Season are TBD
Fees
Each event is $40 per person. This includes the use of all needed equipment.
Additional Information
Participants should dress in layers, including light gloves and flexible athletic pants, jeans are not recommended.
Please carry in a separate pair of clean, dry sneakers to use on the ice.
Additional questions may be emailed to:
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