Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve put together a list of the most common questions regarding registration and the league. Take a look below, if you can’t find the answer you’re, hit the contact button.
League & Registration
Curling is a great, life long sport you can learn at any time.
Throughout the season, the PRCL hosts Pride Try Curling Events — follow us on Instagram to keep informed on the next event, we’d love to see you on the ice.
The Vancouver Curling Club and Marpole Curling club, supported by the PRCL hosts Pride Try Curling events and workshops.
For curlers joining the PRCL as a beginner: basic instruction session is offered before the season starts, and organizers support beginner teams through their first few games. We do recommend getting extra ice time to help along your skills by participating in the programs listed above.
We’re excited about your interest! Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned curler, everyone is welcome.
We do our best to match players based on skill to new or existing teams; each season several new curlers join the league.
A basic instruction session is offered before the season starts, and organizers support beginner teams through their first few games.
For extra ice time and skill development, we recommend taking advantage of a Learn to Curl program and/or the Pride Drop-In Programs.
If you’d like to join the PRCL, register during General Registration: select “Beginner” as your skill level and enter “Find Me a Team” in the team name field.
Join our mailing list and follow the PRCL for registration updates. If you have any additional questions, shoot us an email at info@prcl.ca or click the Contact menu link.
No problem. New curlers and those with prior experience are both welcome to join during General Registration. When registering, enter “Find Me a Team” in the team name field, and we’ll do our best to match you with other curlers or teams looking for additional members.
The more the merrier! Register during General Registration, include your friend’s name in the comment field (e.g., “Joining with [Name]”), and enter “Find Me a Team” in the team name field. We’ll do our best to match you both with a team looking for players, or help form a new team with other players in the same situation.
Register during General Registration and make sure all team members complete the registration process.
If your team doesn’t have at least 3 of the 4 returning members from last season with the same skip, you’re welcome to join during General Registration. Every situation is a little different, so please get in touch if you have questions we’re happy to help sort out the details.
The total cost for the 2026/27 season is $422 per curler. This includes:
- PRCL Annual Membership ($362)
- Vancouver Curling Club Fee ($31)*
- CurlBC Fee ($24)*
- Curling Canada Fee ($5)*
Every player pays the same membership fee, no matter your team size. Your membership fee helps cover:
- Annual Membership in the Pacific Rim Curling League Society
- Ice fees for all your games
- Special events and socials
- Community engagement, including curling development & legacy
- The everyday operations that keep our league running smoothly
While not immediately required, we do recommend purchasing curling shoes and broom. See below for “What equipment do I need?”. Curling shoes can range from $100-$300 and brooms $90-$200.
You may be asked to self-assess your skill level during registration or for special events.
Refer to our self assessment guidelines page.
Spare registration will open following General Registration, plan for late July or the beginning of August. You will find a registration link on our homepage. Follow us on Instagram for updates on when this opens, and check back frequently.
Spares are low-intermediate level (or above) curlers who want to play occasionally rather than commit to a full season on a team. Every situation may be little different, so If you’re not sure about your skill level to be a spare, please contact us.
Membership cost for spares this season is $160, inclusive of the fees listed on our homepage.
More details on how it works to spare for the PRCL will be updated in advance of the season.
Season & Play
Proper footwear:
Clean athletic shoes or curling shoes, boots aren’t permitted, so please wear only clean shoes on the ice. Club grippers are intended for rentals and novice curlers; we recommend visiting the Vancouver Curling Club Pro Shop to purchase your own grippers or curling shoes.
Curling broom:
A broom is a great investment and strongly recommended. Club brooms are available to rent at the VCC for beginner curlers with a minimum $20 donation for the season (donation box located in the club).
Appropriate clothing:
You’ll be sweeping hard out there! Breathable layers help keep you warm without overheating, and stretchy athletic pants will help you slide your best – leave the jeans at home. To help keep the ice clean, please avoid clothing that sheds.
Draws for the 2026/27 season run Sundays at 12:00 PM and 2:15 PM, and Mondays at 6:45 PM or 9:00 PM. You’ll play one of these slots each week, with at least one bye per round.
You can expect to play around 21 games over the season. Each team should expect 7–8 Monday evening games, with 3–4 falling at the 9:00 PM slot — organizers aim to balance this evenly across all divisions.
More scheduling details will be posted as the season approaches.
Teams are ranked using a combination of a scoring system and human review, designed to reflect both individual skill levels and past team performance.
How it works:
- Players rank their own skill level and years of curling experience during registration.
- Prior season team finishing position contributes to the score.
- These factors are weighted to generate an overall team score. Teams are then ranked accordingly, with the top 9 placed in Division A, the next 9 in Division B, and so on.
Once score-based rankings are complete, the competition committee reviews the results and makes adjustments as needed.
The season is broken down into three parts: Round One, from September to November; Round Two, from November to February; and the Final Round, from March to April. Note that this may vary depending where holidays fall during the season.
During Round One, teams are placed into divisions based on skill level and play each other in a round-robin format, accumulating points based on their results. Before Round Two begins, some teams will move up or down, depending on their total points.
Round Two follows the same round-robin format within your updated division. At the end of Round Two, teams may again move up or down based on their total accumulated points before the Final Round begins.
The Final Round is where you compete to win your division. The format depends on the total number of teams in the league: if the numbers split well, the final round will consist of a double elimination-style knockout bracket. If not, it will be another round-robin with smaller pools and rules that ensure a team’s performance in every game matters, not just the result itself. Every game, every end, and every shot counts.
For full rules and details, please see the League Rules and Bylaws page.
The 2026/27 season draw will be available at least 2 weeks before the season starts. We aim to finalize it as early as possible.
This year the draw (schedule) is available through leaguebuddy.ca. You’ll receive an email with instructions on setting up your account before the season begins.