LRCA opens registration for new season of curling

LACONIA — After celebrating a decade of curling during the 20-2025 season, Lakes Region Curling is back for its 11th year with three opportunities for residents of the greater Lakes Region. 

LRCA begins the Fall 2025 season with its Learn-to-Curl event on Sunday, Sept. 7. In this two-hour session, curlers will be introduced to the basic rules and game play of the increasingly popular Olympic sport. All needed equipment will be supplied and the event is open to those 16 years and older. Registration is open for limited spots and a waiting list will follow. 

Following the league's LTC event, a new, shorter curling league for beginners will run ahead of the league's full fall season. With the Winter Olympics on the horizon, interest often grows for this unique sport which has been played since those early Scottish curlers began on frozen ponds and lochs in the 16th century. However, some participants may find it a bit intimidating to join in the league's full season even having participated in a learn-to-curl program. 

To meet this need, LRCA will host a new four-week Instructional League on Sundays, Oct. 5-26, 2-4 p.m. While playing matches against other beginners with coaching from experienced LRCA members, participants in this program will be well-positioned to enter the longer Fall and Winter seasons with confidence and a ready skill set. 

Finally, LRCA's 10-week Season League will take place on Sunday afternoons Sept. 28 to Dec. 14, 4-7 p.m.

All of Lakes Region Curling's programs take place at Pop Whalen Ice and Arts Arena in Wolfeboro. League registration begins Sunday, Aug. 31. Additional information and registration details can be found at lakescurlingnh.org.