First started in 1987, the Kansas City Curling Club enjoyed nearly a 15 year run of actual curling in the Metropolitan Area. They first curled at what was called the Ice Chateau in Overland Park, but this was short lived. Changes in management resulted in the loss of affordable ice time and the club moved to Crown Center Ice Terrace. There, the ice sheet was smaller in size but, in curling outdoors, it gave members a sense of what curling may have been like some 400 years ago. Despite building interest in the club, loss of good ice times plus inconsistent weather made curling unreliable and difficult to build membership. So in 1995, the Club, finding no financial alternatives, simply stopped curling.

In 2003, a few members seeing the recent successes of new clubs in Texas and Florida (due to Olympic Fever?), decided to reconstitute the club. They first arranged for good ice time at a new facility in southern Overland Park, (Pepsi Ice Midwest), then renewed their aged equipment with generous donations within the club and borrowing one set of stones from the Aksarben Curling Club in Omaha, Nebraska.

In 2011 Pepsi Ice Midwest closed, and the club moved to Line Creek Community Center.  Here the ice, lighting, sound have proven to be better in many ways and the staff continues to make us feel welcome.

Having finished our 8th season, we have managed each year a Free Open House , 20 week winter season , informal summer curling  and a  season ending bonspiel (competition between clubs).  At the peak of our 2010-2011 season, we had 18 teams worth of curlers in our January league as well as  inspired 28 teams to compete in this years bonspiel.  We also offer   group rentals throughout the year to meet the demand as required. We have even started making plans to bring dedicated ice to Kansas City having recently acquired our 501(c)3 status.

So as we continue to make history, please spread the word about this well-kept secret in Kansas City, so others may take advantage and become a part of our Club's future

For those new or experienced to curling, feel free to drop us your This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or phone us at 816-659-6061 so we can keep you up to date on all the expanding curling activities.  Join the many who find curling a great way to socialize and compete playing this fun and complex sport.

August 2nd-4th , 2013

This weekend curling competition is open to local curlers, and individuals or teams from other curling clubs across the continent.

Status Update

Join our fun summerspiel open to all and meet 3 time Olympic and world champion curler, Debbie McCormick. She will be playing and bringing her Goldline Mobile Pro Shop.

Last Year event included 26 Teams competing the first weekend of August.  Here were the results

Schedule/Brackets Current Teams See Past Winners

Participant Information:

Our Bonspiel is an "OPEN" Event. Bring a team or join us as an individual, couple, group of friends. However many curlers you have, members from our club will gladly fill out your team if needed.

Kansas City Curling Club @ Line Creek Community Center

5940 NW Waukomis Drive, Kansas City, MO 64113
Club Information Line: 816-659-6061

Bonspiel Chair: Chris Nazar  Questions: 816-401-1366

Register Here for Event

 

Bonspiel Details....

About KC....

$360 per team; $90 per Individual registered before June 15th, paid before July 1st. $400 Per Team.   $100 per Individual. registered before July 15th, paid at event. Individuals accepted (we can find KCCC Members you can curl with). Open Spiel: All Participants Welcome. 3 Game Guarantee, 8 End Games, 4 Event Winners. Food and Drink provided throughout the event. Enjoy our KC Hospitality. Barbecue dinner provide  on site Saturday night.  5pm, 7:15pm, and 9:30pm Friday night first draws. Spiel concludes on Sunday at 2:00 PMish. Final Deadline: 30 Teams or July 15th

Hotels There are plenty of hotels within 5 miles. Unfortunately there are none within walking distance. Here is a list of Hotels that will give us a discount if booked by July 1 2013. Mention KC Curling Club Argosy Casino: $129 + tax Hampton Inn Kansas City Airport: $84 + tax Outdoor pool (816) 464-5454 La Quinta Airport: 79.99+ tax - indoor pool Walking distance to shopping "Zona Rosa" 816-587 6262 August in KC can be quite nice so .... Bring you golf clubs and stay awhile. Click for Golf Course   The KC Royals play the Twins Monday evening @ the renovated Kauffman Stadium Jazz, Blues, Museums, etc. - Check out the "Visit KC" link to see the many attractions KC has to offer. Airfare from Chicago, Nashville, Dallas, Detroit, Milwaukee, Denver, Indianapolis and others may be less than $200-$250 on

Leagues are your chance to work as a team  ,  improve your skills and broaden your understanding to this complex strategic sport.

What:

Play once a week at the same time  over a  6 week (baring holidays and special events) time frame.  

Who:  

Anyone wanting to curl is welcome, new or experienced,  individually or together with friends

When:

• Our Winter Season typically starts mid-October and finishes around the end of March. We will not curl near or on holidays (Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter).
  • In 2012-2013 we  had 3 leagues starting in October, January and Mid February  on Saturdays Mid Afternoon (4:15pm-6:00pm) & Sundays Mornings (8:45am-10:30am) and will likely keep this time frame next year.
• Summer Curling - 2013, Saturdays - June 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, (No Curling July 6th), July 13th, 20th.
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Where: 

Line Creek Community Center 5940 NW Waukomis Drive, Kansas City, MO 64151

Individual Cost: 

$80 for first league /  $100 normally for each league.  Take a Learn or play a match prior to the league for $10 rather than $20 if you prepay for the league.

Team Cost:

Teams can have more than 4 players for the cost of 4 individual rates but only 4 can play each week. 

Why curl a league?:

• League play gives you a better opportunity to play with the same people each week.   
• Your spot is guarenteed each week during your league time.  Those who pay as you go play on a space available basis.
• League Curlers can sub (on a space available basis) in any simultaneous leagues or use open ice to practice  at no additional cost.
• We pay your United States Curling Association dues ( $30 Value) for those who pay the $100 normal league price.

 A one-time visit where you either  "learn-to-curl" or  "play a match"

What:

Choose between:

"Learn to Curl" - *First-timers should choose this*  A volunteer club member will show you the fundamentals to sliding a stone and sweeping. This will introduce you to the game, make you comfortable on the ice, and ready to try playing a match your next time out.

"Play a Match" - Having taken our Learn to curl,  Play a pickup game or Sub in a League. This is for those who  cannot commit to a league but still want to play.

Who:

All experience levels welcome,  Anyone who can physically play. Curlers are typically 8-80+ years old, men or women alike

When:

Since space is dependant on how many sign up in our league,  We list these times one to two weeks advance   so check often.

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Cost:

$20 per visit, or $10 per visit should you prepay for our Summer League June 8th through Jul 20th.

This is our annual free event to introduce you to the sport. We just request you bring a non-perishable food item for Harvesters.

What:

Watch an Introductory Curling Video and Slide a Stone during this event.

Who:

Anyone is welcome to watch us play anytime we are on the ice at no charge, but for those who want to actually step on the rink and try the sport can do so for free during our Open House! Curlers are typically 8-80+ years, men and women alike.

When:

Sometime in late September or Early October.  Exact Date/ Time will be posted here.  To get advanced notice, Join email notification list

Cost:

Everyone: Free. (Non-Perishable Donation for Harvestors Accepted)