Springfield Instructional League - 2024

This is an instructional league will be held on Wednesday nights at NTPRD Chiller in Springfield starting Wednesday April 10th, 2024.  This draw will start roughly at 7:30PM and end at 9:30PM.  This league lasts for 4 weeks.  This mini-league is designed for beginners who may have little to no experience curling.  If you've ever wanted to give the sport a try, this is the perfect opportunity.

This is a recreaction/instructional league.  You do not have to have prior curling experience to sign up for this league.  Our instructors will be on site for the 4 weeks to help you learn how to do everything from sweep, score, slide and throw rocks.  

Minimum Age
There is really no minimum age, but we ask parents to consider that the stones do weigh 42 pounds and will be difficult for younger children to work with.  We suggest a minimum age of 12.  Participants under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult both on and off the ice.

If you have never curled before, here are some tips before you come onto the ice:

Wear comfortable athletic shoes with soft rubber soles (sneakers work great!)  The harder the sole of the shoe, the slicker they will feel on the ice and the more likely you will slip and fall.

We have proper shoe covers called Grippers that will be available for you as well in order to help walk on the ice more safely. 

Although these leagues are indoors, it is still on the ice, so dress appropriately.  You may start the evening quite cold and then get warm as you play.  Layers are helpful.  

If you are comletely unfamiliar with the sport, check out the video guides on our Curling 101 page.