Register for Youth Curling

We are excited to offer a variery of Junior and Youth Curling Programs at the Cincinnati Curling Club. 

The Club provides all necessary equipment to curl.

Little Rock Stars (Sat AM): for youth ages 5-11 (U12), is a developmental and fun introduction to the sport. Younger kids start with interactive and fun activities on-ice with half-weighted rocks and other fun equipment to strengthen their soft skills (such as self-awareness, teamwork, listening/following instruction), as well as learn basic curling concepts and build confidence on the ice. As kids become stronger and develop their skills, they transition to full-size rocks and learn the fundamentals of throwing, sweeping, and general game play.

Arctic Edge (Tues After School): for youth and juniors ages 9-14.  The Artic Edge Team bridges the gap between Little Rocks and Junior curling, designed to get participants ready to compete, either recreationally or competitvely.  The program will instruct new and experience curlers alike in the proper techniques of throwing and sweeping.  It also introduces strategy, communication, teammwork, and other aspects of curling necessary for a youth team to compete on their own, all while maintaining a fun environment.  This program provides an opportunity for youth who may not quite be old enough for junior curling, older kids looking to break into curling, or those interested in a weekday program.

Junior Curling (Sat PM): for junior curlers ages 12 -20 (U21) is a fun, structured environment focused on continuing skill development, strategy, and game play. Juniors builds on the skills of kids who have already learned the basics and teaches the fundamentals to junior players that are new to the sport through drills, skill sessions, and game play. The goal of the junior program is to develop lifelong recreational curlers as well as support those who may wish to take their curling to a more competitive level.

Coaches: Our youth and junior curling program coaches are Safe Sport Certified, and some are also certified as basic or advanced level curling instructors through the United States Curling Association or Curling Canada. Our focus on safety also includes a helmet requirement for all participants in Little Rocks and Arctic Edge programs.

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2026-27 Youth and Junior Curling Season

2026-27 Youth and Junior Schedule:

Little Rocks (Youth Curling U12) - Saturdays from 9:30am-11:00am

• Dates TBD, Tentatively January 2nd - March 20th

Arctic Edge (Youth Curling Ages 9-14) - Tuesdays after school from 4:30pm to 6:00pm

• December 1, 8, 15
• January 5, 12, 19, 26
• February 2, 9, 16, 23

Junior Curling (Ages 12-21)

• Junior League: Saturdays at 1pm, dates TBD
• Junior Plus: Juniors can also purchase an enhanced Junior PLUS membership to participate in both our junior time slot plus one additional regular league.

Opportunities for Outside Competition

Curling can be thoroughly enjoyed within a home club, but there are also various recreational and competitive opportunities for junior curlers to satisfy their interest level. These opportunities will become more frequent as clubs in the Great Lakes region grow their youth and junior programs.

Recreational:

Curling clubs in the Great Lakes region are working together to offer friendly recreational competitions for junior curlers (called "bonspiels"). (For example, Circle City Curling Club in Indianapolis, IN hosted youth from other clubs for a friendly day of curling at their club in October 2025). We will let curlers know as these opportunities are available.

Competitive:

The United States Curling Association offers competitive opportunities that can lead to national and world championships. 

• U21: national championship and qualifying system that leads to a world championship
• U18: regional championship that qualifies a team to go to U18 Nationals