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Since 1948, the Steinbach Curling Club has been a cornerstone of the local community – bringing curlers of all ages and skill levels together under one roof. Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned skip, you’ll feel at home on our ice.

Located in a modern, fully accessible facility, we offer league play, bonspiels, rentals, and a licensed lounge space for post-game socials and special events. With one of Manitoba’s most experienced ice technicians and some of the best ice around, our club is proud to provide a top-tier curling experience in a warm, welcoming environment.
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What Makes Us Unique

  • Premier curling facility with advanced technology
  • Experienced ice maintenance
  • Fully accessible and community-friendly
  • Home to the Granite House Lounge – perfect for events and post-game camaraderie
  • Hosts bonspiels, leagues, community events, and more

We’re more than a curling club – we’re a community.

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League

League information for the Steinbach Curling Club.

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Rentals

The Granite Lounge and facility of Steinbach Curling Club.

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GALLERY

Moments from the Steinbach Curling Club.

HISTORY

🥌 Origins & Early Years (1948–1963) 

  • 1948: The first curling rink was built in Steinbach—a 4-sheet facility that marked the beginning of organized curling in the community 
  • 1963: The club officially incorporated as the Steinbach Curling Club, Ltd. . 

🥌 Growth, Renovation & Champions (1963–1996) 

  • Throughout the following decades, the club expanded its leagues to include men’s, women’s, mixed, junior, senior, and stick curling  
  • 1992: Club legends Vic Peters and Chris Neufeld—who learned the sport locally—captured the Brier title and represented Canada at the 1992 Worlds.  

🥌 Hosting Provincials & Community Roots (2006–2010) 

  • The club hosted the provincial Safeway Men’s Curling Championships in 2006 and again in 2010, showcasing its regional significance  

🥌 Big Changes: “Goodbye Bonspiel” & Rebuild (2014) 

  • In April 2014, the original 1948 rink was demolished following a farewell “Goodbye Bonspiel”  
  • The new five-sheet facility, adjacent to the T.G. Smith Arena and upcoming Southeast Event Centre, officially opened in October 2014  

🥌 Modern Era: Growth, Accessibility & Junior Focus (2018–2024) 

  • The club is fully wheelchair-accessible, features an elevator, and hosts a wide range of leagues (men’s, women’s, mixed, junior, senior, stick)  
  • In 2023, a grant allowed the purchase of new half-weight junior rocks, fostering youth participation (rising from 13 to over 30 juniors in one season)  
  • The 2023–24 season saw a 25% rise in clubs’ member teams, especially in Friday-night fun and junior leagues  

🥌 Hosting Major Events & Looking Ahead (2025–Present) 

  • The club hosted the curling portion of the Manitoba 55+ Games in spring 2025  
  • Excitement is building for January 2026, when the Grand Slam of Curling will take place in Steinbach’s new Southeast Event Centre, with enthusiastic support from the club and its volunteers  

 

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