Learn2Curl & Curling 101

Learn the sport for the first time or pick it up again since High School.  Let's cover the basics and create a solid foundation for your short or long-term curling journey.

Etiquette and Protocols

Want to be more respectful of the game and its history?  From sportsmanship to traditions, we can help you build and maintain a great rapport.

Learn 'Stick Curling'

Looking to get out and throw rocks but your body has other ideas?  Whether you are looking to learn the game for the first time or pick it back up again, there ain't no shame in the stick game.  Looking to hone your skills?  We can do that too.

Learn 'Doubles' Format

Doubles Curling is heating up across the world at all levels.  But it can seem intimidating at first take.  Let's go over it together and make you a confident doubles player.  Remember, there is an Olympic medal at stake now!

Curling Delivery Tuning

Tired of missing the broom?  Can't seem to throw it hard enough?  Want tips and tricks?  Let's have a look and come up with a plan to be the best shooter you can be.

Strategy/Game Management

There is apparently always more than one way to skin a cat (for whoever skins cats?).  Same goes for curling.  Be confident in your decision-making and get the results you are looking for.  Let's talk about all the factors at hand.

Position Roles and Duties

Thinking of trying a new position?  Want to improve in your current role?  Let's learn how you can best contribute to your team.  Remember, it's not just about rocks thrown...

Working as a Team

'It's the little things' that set great teams apart from the pack.  Four individuals working together with little time to spare is no easy task.  We can work with your team to play the style game which suits your compilation the most.  And communication is key.  Let's talk!

Sweeping and Timing

Ever noticed, the best sweeping teams at your club or on TV tend to perform better and obtain better results?  There is no mystery here.  Want to learn about directional sweeping, timing, roles and communication?

Reading Ice/Line Calling

The art of reading ice is priceless.  Whether you are a skip, vice, second, or lead... you must understand the nuances of the pebbled pond in order to achieve maximum results.  Let's talk about releases, speeds, pebble, breakpoints, and the impact of sweeping (or not).

Equipment Fitting

Curling equipment has never been more available than it is today.  And, all weapons are not created equal or are particularly necessary.  Don't spend more of your hard earned coin than you need to.  But let's make sure you are rocking the right duds to get the job done.

General Curling Questions

"Free Guard Zone?"  What is the 'tick rule'?? I want to maybe try a provincial event or bonspiel but I have never done so before.  Why are there two hacks and not just one? 

We can work curling's mysteries and quirks into your learning plan.  Don't be afraid to ask.  The more you know...

Running a Bonspiel or League

Volunteers are the lifeblood and backbone of every curling club.  Want to get more involved by convening but you need some guidance/assistance/confidence?  Let's come up with a plan.

Corporate Events and Fundraisers

Hosting a curling social can be a win-win for your club and your clients/cause.  We can work with you to ensure all bases are covered so folks just have to show up and have fun.

Event Bidding and Planning

Does your club have ambition to host a major curling event?  Perhaps you need to make a bid for one?  These types of initiatives can be overwhelming and all for not if you go it alone.  But you don't need to fly solo...

Club Management & Policy

Looking for a policy, procedure or document?  Wonder what others are doing?  Why re-create the wheel when we can share best practices.  A solid foundation sets the organizational table for years to come.  If we don't have it, we will get it.

Grant Writing

More and more opportunities exist for curling clubs to access public funds.  But only with a lot of elbow-grease and the right sales pitch.  Leverage our personal and professional experience to give yourself the best shot at the dough.

Business & Strategic Planning

Where do you see your Club, Board or Committee in a year, 3-years, or 5-years?  No idea?  Does your outlook differ from your peers?  We can facilitate sessions, reviews, and formulate a plan to get things done with calculation and cause.

Role of a Board Director

Yes, even Board Directors can use coaching from time to time.  Understand roles and responsibilities before you commit to your first three-year term.  Or let's hone your skills and tools to be the most efficient Board Member you can.  We can also work with your Board as a whole to improve efficiency and self-reflect.

Committee Management

Most curling clubs are 'working boards' which include committees to tackle tasks and responsibilities.  We have all been on committees that have no mission, vision or mandate.  This is due to lack of leadership and planning.  Fear-not.  We can set you up with clear goals and objectives as well as T's & C's to get the job done.

Fundraising & Sponsorships

The pockets of your membership or team are only so deep.  It is imperative that you get creative to generate revenue from within and outside your four walls.  People will usually trade an experience or recognition for their almighty dollar.  Let's explore your value prop.

Youth Curling and Development

Grassroots Curling is key to the future of the sport.  So are our Youth Curlers.  However, they have unique wants and needs in an era dominated by distractions and 2-minute online reels.  Let's evaluate your plans for the kids and ensure we keep them actively engaged.

Membership Attraction and Retention

Value prop.  Value prop.  Value prop.  What will make someone part with the contents of their wallet to curl at your club for the first time and beyond?  You must win them over and keep them.  Let's discuss what needs to be done to make that happen.

Project and Change Management

When planning and rolling-out projects at the curling club level, it's 'measure twice and cut once'.  Managing expectations and opinions of members who all feel they have an ownership stake in the club requires planning and communication with not a lot of room to fail.  We can be the boost you need.

Health and Well-being

Curling is a catch-22 in that your game is impacted by your mental and physical health.  And your mental and physical health is impacted by your game.  With a little bit of pre(and post)ventative maintenance, you can prolong your curling career and have fun doing it.  Let's create some good habits.

Board Governance

Whether you are a relatively new Board or a group of experienced Past-Presidents, we can be your sober-second-thought when it comes to Board Governance, Training and Planning.  Life is easier when we are organized and on the same page.  Let us help you write history.

Issues Management

Got an issue at your club, on your team or with your game?  We probably

Team Coaching

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