Welcome to the Red Deer Curling Centre's Junior Program
Please see below some information for the 2026/27 season. Registration is NOW OPEN!
Experience is not required. Program runs from October to March.
Equipment is available for rent for the Junior Curling Program. Please indicate and pay during registration if you wish to rent for the 2026/27 season. $45 for both broom and shoes that must be returned in March. Helmets are not provided but recommended.
Junior Program Opportunities:
• U12 Learn to Curl / Return to Curl
Monday: 5:00pm - 6:15pm October - March (16 weeks) $225 + GST / person
This program is designed for:
- Juniors aged 8-12.
- Little to no previous curling experience.
What is included:
- Introduction to skills
- Basic knowledge of the game
- Equipment usage
- Safety precautions
- Mini games (Corners, hog-line in)
- Fun and games
Helmets are not provided but recommended.
Participant equipment is available for rent from Red Deer Curling Centre. A broom and a pair of shoes (strongly recommended) are available for rent for $45.00 for the season. Equipment must be returned at the end of the season. *Please select RENTAL during registration
*2 Hours of Volunteer work OR a $100 fee can be paid in Lieu of Volunteer time
**JR Members Must also pay the Curling AB Fee**
• U15/U18 Learn to Curl & Recreation League
Monday: 5:00pm - 6:30pm October - March (16 weeks) $225+ GST / person
This program is designed for:
-Juniors aged 12-18 with varied levels of curling experience.
What is included:
This program is designed for teens to participate in the sport of curling. The objective is to have fun, increase physical activity, promote curling as a life-long recreational sport.
- Further skill development
- Introduce and build game play and strategy
- Learn Game and bonspiel etiquette
Helmets are not provided but recommended.
Participant equipment is available for rent from Red Deer Curling Centre. A broom and a pair of shoes (strongly recommended) are available for rent for $45.00 for the season. Equipment must be returned at the end of the season. *Please select RENTAL during registration.
*2 Hours of Volunteer Time OR $100 fee in lieu of hours
• Central Alberta Junior League
Tuesday 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. November - March (18 weeks) $300 pp + GST
Red Deer Curling Centre is the Central Alberta HUB for youth curling! This league is designed to allow junior curlers throughout Central Alberta gain league and bonspiel experience and gain confidence in their game. The focus is strictly on game play with Coach assistance strategy. Juniors will learn etiquette, rules and strategy, game play, and scoring.
**12 More Hours of Ice time this year! **
*Must play in another league or Club to enter. Excellent league for High School teams to join!
*Only an even number of teams will be registered - waitlist may be generated.
• Junior Development Program
Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Oct- March (21 weeks) $400 pp + GST
15 Additional Hours and 3 extra weeks added to the 26/27 Season
Built for athletes who are looking to grow beyond recreational play, this program creates an environment where junior curlers can strengthen their skills, build confidence, develop teamwork and leadership abilities, and pursue competitive opportunities — all while continuing to foster a love for the game.
Under the direction of the Red Deer Curling Centre, the program will provide enhanced development opportunities including:
- Access to experienced certified coaches and mentors- TEAM COACHES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND
- Structured skill development sessions
- Competitive team support-Teams are encouraged to register but not required
- Specialized clinics and training opportunities
- Development-focused practice environments
- Athlete growth both on and off the ice
- Assessments thoughout the year to see progress.
- 8-18 year old participants, with at least one year of experience in a junior program and are ready to take the next step!
This is a great opporunity for teams looking for more development time - open to all Central Alberta residents.
**$100 discount to members that registered in both the Tuesday Central AB League & Wednesday Development Program
Payment plans are available - please contact Darcy to register.
• Junior Learn to Curl Sessions
These Learn 2 Curl packages are designed to introduce new curlers to the game of curling through weekly instruction, and mini games. Designed for those wanting to have fun, meet new people, and learn the etiquette, techniques, and basic strategies of this great game we call Curling.
We take an adaptive approach to teaching, based on individuals physical abilities, everyone who wants curl will have the chance to curl. No need to buy expensive equipment, just wear layered clothing, and bring a clean pair of grippy shoes (not worn outside) and RDCC will provide the rest. (It is recommended you wear helmet if you are a first time curler, helmets are NOT supplied). Our goal is to equip you with the technical skills, and the contacts needed to assemble a team for any RDCC league you may wish to join. If you wish to move on to the next level there is a Rookie league in the second half of the season to join. If you’re not quite ready to join a league, you are welcome repeat the Learn 2 Curl program as often as use wish to continue developing your skills.
• Ready to Rock Program
Get ready to rock! Youth ages 8–16 are invited to join our Ready to Rock curling programs. Whether attending the free “Try-It” event or signing up for the 8-Week Program, no previous experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. Participants will enjoy a fun introduction to curling in a friendly, supportive environment.
If you would like more information or are interested in volunteering, please contact Darcy, RDCC Curling Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
