Learn to Curl - Winter 2022

165 Eileen Way,Syosset NY 11791

09 April, 2022

Description

Think you might want to play in one of our leagues? Take our Learn to Curl class! In two hours, learn the basics and play part of a game! Learn the sport of curling at one of our Learn to Curl classes! These sessions are a great way to get ready for our upcoming leagues. In this 2 1/2-hour session, you will receive formal instruction about the sport, including stone delivery, sweeping, and basic strategy. You will also have the opportunity to play part of a game alongside your classmates. Cool, huh? FAQs Do I need to know how to skate? No! If you can walk, you can curl! We also welcome wheelchair participants. There are many different ways to play. For individuals with knee/joint difficulty, we have delivery sticks available, so they can deliver a stone while standing, without having to slide. Do I need to be a member of the club to participate in Learn to Curl? No! Quite the opposite! Learn to Curl is great for for people who either have NOT curled before, or haven't curled in a long time and need a refresher. At Learn to Curl, you try the sport, and see if you like it. We teach you everything you need to know to begin playing the game in leagues with us as a member! Do I need a team? Can I come alone? Curling is a social sport. If you come with others, it's a great time with friends and family. If you come alone, it's a wonderful way to meet new people (who also happened to find us and decide that curling would be a fun thing to try!). Your choice! Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? There's no minimum age, but age 12 and up is generally best. You must be able to get enough "push" to slide a 42-pound granite stone on ice. Some of our curlers have been younger. We've had league players as young as 11, and we've had event participants slightly younger than that. Can people come watch? For now, given the capacity restrictions at the rink, spectators are extremely limited for Learn to Curl. If you would like to bring anyone, please let us know in advance so we can confirm whether there's enough space to do so. What should I bring? You will be on the ice for 2 hours, so dress appropriately: All COVID-19 rules as listed farther below must be followed.For directions, safety, and attire information, please check our What to Expect page (https://licurling.org/customPage.php/what-to-expect)In short, you want to be warm, mobile, and safe. That includes appropriate rubber-soled shoes, layers to adjust to temperature, and any safety gear you may choose to bring. Some curlers choose to wear helmets, for example.What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? There is free parking on-site. Long Island Rail Road service is also nearby, though you will need to take a cab or make other arrangements. If you have transportation concerns, let us know and we'll do our best to provide suggestions. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Leave a voicemail at 516-900-CURL (2875), or email [email protected]. Email gets a faster response, the phone number is mostly voicemail-only! We are an all-volunteer organization. COVID-19 UPDATESAs conditions improve during the COVID-19 pandemic, we will continue to update and evaluate our guidance, while also aligning with guidance from the Long Island Sports Hub facility and other relevant authorities. As of December 2021, we have the following. This may change as the event gets closer: Please let us know in advance if you have any spectators. Space is still currently limited, so we need to make sure we have space for everyone.All who enter must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of age. This is currently (December 2021) defined as two weeks after a second Pfizer or Moderna dose, or two weeks after a single J&J dose.Depending on club, facility, county, or state rules, we may make further changes as needed, including updated mask and vaccination guidelines.