The following Leagues are available at the King Curling Club:
Mens Team Entry - Monday Evening
Two Draws 7:00 and 9:00PM
Men’s Team Entry will run 18-20 teams for next season. Monday night will be the regular night with overflow on Tuesday. Teams should expect to play 2 - 4 Tuesday games over the course of the season. This is a Team Entry league and, as such, priority will be given to team entries. Singles may apply but will be placed on a waiting list and will only be added to teams as space permits. Returning teams with a minimum of 3 returning team members will be given first right of registration. At least three team members must be registered and have paid in full no later than August 31, 2021 to retain their spot. Returning teams will be seeded as per the Final League standings from the previous season. The League Committee will seed teams with less than 3 returning team members or new teams.
Mixed Recreational - Tuesday Morning
One Draw 10:00AM - 12:00 PM
We encourage new and experienced curlers to participate. These Leagues are perfect for those who want to curl but cannot commit to being there every week. This social league is open to men and women of all ages. It is described as a ‘tag-draw’ league, which means that teams are made up on the day of the game. The convenor will balance teams for numbers of players and caliber of play.
Mixed Recreational - Tuesday Afternoon
One Draw 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Mixed Recreational curling returns unchanged for next season. We encourage new and experienced curlers to participate. These Leagues are perfect for those who want to curl but cannot commit to being there every week. This social league is open to men and women of all ages. It is described as a ‘tag-draw’ league, which means that teams are made up on the day of the game. The convenor will balance teams for numbers of players and caliber of play. This is a popular league. Register early to avoid disappointment.
Little Rocks Tuesday Afternoon
One Draw 4:30 - 6:00PM
Open to any children from 7 to 11 years old. This league focuses on instruction but offers some ‘game play’. Lighter weight rocks are used but still give the feel of the game. Players progress to the adult weight rocks when appropriate. Registration limits are determined by the availabilityof volunteer coaches. Let us know if you are interested in helping. Coaching training may be available if you contact the Player Development soon enough.
U15/U18/U21 - Tuesday Afternoon (was Bantam/Junior)
One Draw 4:30 - 6:00PM
Open to youth aged 12 to 20 years old. The program contains a combination of instruction and game play using the adult rocks. There is also a Bantam League on Thursday. Registration limits are determined by the availability of volunteer coaches. There may be an opportunity to play games against teams from other curling clubs. Coaches will discuss this aspect with players and parents/guardians.
Women's Team Entry - Tuesday Evening
One Draw 7:00PM (unless a large registration requires two draws)
Tuesday night is women's night and we are once again offering the Women's Team Entry League. Games will be normally played at 7:00PM, with teams expected to play 2-4 9:00PM games over the course of the season. This is a Team Entry league and as such priority will be given to team entries. Singles may apply but will be placed on a waiting list and will only be added to teams as space permits. Should we not have enough complete teams sign up, teams will be developed from single person registrations. Returning teams with a minimum of 3 returning team members will be given first right of registration. At least three team members must be registered and have paid in full no later than August 31, 2021 to retain their spot.
Mixed Social Wednesday Late Afternoon
One draw 4:30 to 6:30 PM
The Wednesday Mixed Social League remains unchanged for next season, with mixed gender teams chosen at the beginning of each half season by the league convenor. Mixed Social Leagues will be capped at 18 teams. If the cap of 18 teams is reached, two teams will have a bye each week resulting in curlers having 2 – 3 nights off throughout the season. This league is a great choice for the new or experienced curler. The emphasis is on fun curling and great socializing.
Mixed Social - Wednesday Evening
Two draws 7:00 and 9:00PM
The Wednesday Mixed Social League remains unchanged for next season, with mixed gender teams chosen at the beginning of each half season by the league convenor. Mixed Social Leagues will be capped at 18 teams. If the cap of 18 teams is reached, two teams will have a bye each week resulting in curlers having 2 – 3 nights off throughout the season. This league is a great choice for the new or experienced curler. The emphasis is on fun curling and great socializing.
Mixed Recreational - Thursday Morning
One Draw 10:00AM - 12:00
We encourage new and experienced curlers to participate. These Leagues are perfect for those who want to curl but cannot commit to being there every week. This social league is open to men and women of all ages. It is described as a ‘tag-draw’ league, which means that teams are made up on the day of the game. The convenor will balance teams for numbers of players and caliber of play.
Day Women's - Thursday Afternoon
One Draw 1:00 - 3:00PM
Thursday afternoon Women's Day League remains unchanged. All women are encouraged to sign up regardless of age or experience. Teams are developed by the league convenors with the goal of balancing skills levels and encouraging social play. Up to 36 players will be accepted in the league. If 36 players join then teams formed will have a "bye" week two or three times in the season. The curling season will consist of two halves with new teams being developed at the mid-point of the season.
Little Rocks - Thursday Afternoon
One Draw 4:30 - 6:00PM
Open to any children from 7 to 11 years old. This league focuses on instruction but offers some ‘game play’. Lighter weight rocks are used but still give the feel of the game. Players progress to the adult weight rocks when appropriate. Registration limits are determined by the availabilityof volunteer coaches. Let us know if you are interested in helping. Coaching training may be available if you contact the Player Development soon enough.
U15/U18/U21 - Thursday Afternoon (was Bantam/Junior)
One Draw 4:30 - 6:00PM
Open to youth aged 12 to 20 years old. The program contains a combination of instruction and game play using the adult rocks. There is also a Bantam League on Tuesday. Registration limits are determined by the availability of volunteer coaches. There may be an opportunity to play games against teams from other curling clubs. Coaches will discuss this aspect with players and parents/guardians.
Mixed Team Entry - Thursday Evening
Two Draws 7:00 and 9:00PM
The Thursday Night Mixed Team Entry League will be capped at 16-18 teams. If in fact we have 18 teams, two teams will have a bye each week so everyone should anticipate having 2 - 3 nights off throughout the season. This is a Team Entry League and as such priority will be given to team entries. Teams shall consist of two male and two female curlers in alternating male/female positions. Singles may apply but will only be added to teams as space permits. Returning teams with a minimum of 3 returning team members will be given first right of registration. At least three team members must be registered and have paid in full no later than August 31, 2021 to retain their spot. Returning teams will be seeded as per the Final League standings from the previous season. The League Committee will seed returning teams with less than 3 team members or new teams.
Mixed Social - Friday Evening
One Draw 7:00 to 9:00PM
The Friday Mixed Social League remains unchanged for next season, with mixed gender teams chosen at the beginning of each half season by the league convenor. This Mixed Social League will be capped at 9 teams. If the cap of 9 teams is reached, one team will have a "bye" each week resulting in curlers having about 2 - 3 nights off throughout the season. This league is a great choice for the new or experienced curler. The emphasis is on fun curling and great socializing. You will have an enjoyable night out and for many you don't have to get up early to work the next day.
Doubles - Friday Evenings
Friday - One Draw 9:00 to 10:30PM
Doubles play is exciting, fast-paced - 8 ends in 1.5 hours - and also a great way to enhance your curling game. Sign up as an individual and indicate a teammate if desired. If not, doubles pairs will be organized. Open teams - mixed or same gender players. If numbers exceed expectations, preference would be given to 1) mixed teams then; 2) two-person team registrations and lastly; 3) single registrants. Play will take place once a month and twice in some months depending on other events and holidays. Our goal is to have a full league of up to 10 teams to allow some nights off, a “bye” night, and make easy availability of spares from the bye teams. It is not expected that you will attend every session but please only register if you will make it a priority to participate often.
Mixed Social - Sunday Afternoon
One Draw 3:30 to 5:30PM
The Sunday Afternoon Mixed Social League was added last season to accommodate the graduates of the Instructional League and a number of experienced members joined as well. With mixed gendered teams chosen by the league convenor, this league is a great choice for the new or experienced curler. The emphasis is on fun curling and great socializing. We expect this time slot to fill up again this coming season. Only 36 spots allowing for a "bye team" each week and will result in 2 - 3 afternoons off over the season. Register early to avoid disappointment.
Adult Instructional League - Sunday Afternoon
One Draw 1:00 to 3:00PM
This is a basic learn to curl program. If you have joined this league in the past or have previous experience please choose one of our more advanced programs that will be offered from time to time.
Choose this option if this is the only League you are joining. This adult league will be open to all new or previous players that wish to learn the sport outside of a formalized league environment. Eight consecutive sessions will be held on Sunday afternoons. The maximum number of participants will be capped at 32. Each session will build on the previous one progressing through a program approved by the Ontario Curling Association and facilitated by our trained OCA coaches. You will be instructed on the proper way to deliver a rock, basic strategy, team play, and will be involved in structured games when ready to do so. Dates are from October to December. At the conclusion of this eight week session players will be encouraged to join the regular leagues beginning in January and will be placed on teams by the convenor.
The cost of this league is the covered by your basic membership fee if this is the only league you have joined. An additional fee will apply for the remainder of the year if you wish to continue. This is the best way to learn curling in a structured environment with a proven method of teaching and good fun as well! We have graduated over 85 students in the three years this program has been offered.
Note this league starts Sunday October 17 and runs for 8 weeks.
This is a very popular League. Sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Adult Instructional League for Members In Other Leagues - Sunday Afternoon
One Draw 1:00 to 3:00PM
This is a basic learn to curl program. If you have completed this league in the past or have experience curling, please choose one of our more advanced courses that will be offered from time to time.
Choose this option if you are registering for other Leagues as well. This adult league will be open to all new curlers or players that have not curled for a number of years that wish to learn the sport from the basics. Eight consecutive sessions will be held on Sunday afternoons. The maximum number of participants will be capped at 32. Each session will build on the previous one progressing through a program approved by the Ontario Curling Association and facilitated by our trained OCA coaches. You will be instructed on the proper way to deliver a rock, basic strategy, team play, and will be involved in structured games when ready to do so. Dates are from October to December.
The cost of this league is $120.00 if you are joining other leagues as well. This is s great way to learn curling and improve your skills in a structured environment with a proven method of teaching - and good fun as well! This is a very popular League. Sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Note this league starts Sunday October 17 and runs for 8 weeks.
