Ice Arena - Curling

Open curling is generally offered on Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at a cost of $10 per person, per hour.  Please call the Newlove Pro Shop at 419.372.2264 to confirm availability.

General Information

All open curlers are required to have previous curling experience or hire an instructor. Stones are made available at the Ice Arena for all curlers to use. Special curling shoes are available but are not mandatory.

When planning to curl please bring a separate pair of clean, flat-soled tennis shoes that grip the ice well for walking.  Loose fitting pants (not jeans) are recommended.

For the delivery a slider is worn on the sliding foot to allow a long, smooth sliding follow-through. The specially made brooms or brushes needed for the game are also provided by the Ice Arena.

Outings for your Organization, School or Social Group

Plan a trip to the Ice Arena and learn how to curl. The arena can help arrange for instruction and provide equipment for your group. The Ice Arena Lounge adjacent to the curling ice may also be rented to serve refreshments and provide warming. For details and reservations contact Ice Arena Director, Jamie Baringer at 419.372.2764.

Curling - The BGSU Curling Club

The BGSU Curling Club, which was a new addition to the university in Fall 2006, continues to curl on Tuesday nights throughout the school year. The season begins with open houses to teach prospective members the basics.

For more information, contact Chuck Rooney via email at crooney@bgsu.edu. 

BGSU’s Curling Club competes at the regional and national level.

Curling - Bowling Green Curling Club

The Bowling Green Curling Club begin its season in mid-October with free, open curling open houses to teach those interested in or curious about the sport.

There are leagues for youth, men, and coed groups. Instructional sessions are held for those new to the sport. Students are welcome to join.

For more information, contact Scott Piroth at spiroth@bgsu.edu or 419.372.7268 or check out the BG Curling Club Website.