Little Rock/Junior – Woodstock Golf and Curling Club

When does curling start?

The 24/25 Little Rock and Junior curling season is anticipated to begin mid-November 2024 and will run through to the end of March 2025. Exact dates to be announced once the ice production begins.

What are the age groups?

Ages 5-8 are Little Rock Half Sheet curlers
Ages 9-11 are Little Rock Full Sheet curlers
Ages 12-21 are Junior Full Sheet curlers

What size rocks are used?

Ages 5-8 are Little Rock Half Sheet curlers use the smaller youth rocks

Ages 9-11 are Little Rock Full Sheet curlers will use a combination of the smaller youth rocks and full-size granite rocks

Ages 12-21 are Junior Full Sheet curlers use full-size granite rocks

What is the cost?

A full membership breakdown for the 24/25 season can be found here.

What equipment is required/used?

● All Little Rock curlers are required to wear head protection. Curlers may bring their own helmets, or helmets/head protection is provided at the Woodstock Golf and Curling Club

● Clean sneakers and warm clothes.

● The Woodstock Golf and Curling Club has brooms and sliders for use during practice.

It is not a requirement to purchase any equipment. If curlers have their own equipment, they are welcome to bring/use it.

What does the practice schedule look like?

A full detailed schedule will be released as soon as completed.
Little Rocks (half and full sheet) and Junior practices will run on Sundays from 1-2pm

How do I find out about changes to the schedule or cancellations?

Parents/Guardians will be added to a private Facebook group for the program where all information/updates/changes/cancellations will be provided.

Are coaches certified?

The Little Rock and Junior program is run by a limited number of certified coaches, in-training coaches, and non-certified coaches, who are all volunteers.

If any parent/caregiver/family member/friend is interested in becoming involved in the program, please let the coaches know. Volunteers are always welcome and are not required to have curling experience. New Brunswick Curling Association training opportunities are available throughout the season (costs apply)

Are there extra events at other clubs throughout the season?

Please note that all additional events are OPTIONAL and additional fees will apply. Price varies depending on the event and club.

There are several Little Rock tournaments/events, also known as Funspiels, throughout the season. The Woodstock Golf and Curling Club hosts a Little Rock Funspiel in January. Other clubs from around the province may host Funspiels as well. Generally, for Funspiels, teams are put together based on registration.