About this tour
A 2-hour curling experience in Montreal where you'll learn the basics of Canada's traditional winter sport from a coach, using all provided equipment on an indoor rink. Suited to anyone curious about curling culture and willing to try a hands-on team activity — no prior experience needed. The sport runs seasonally (September to May), and you'll play in a cold environment but in a welcoming community setting typical of Quebec's curling tradition.
Highlights
- Learn curling fundamentals from a coach in a real Montreal rink
- All equipment provided: sliders, brooms, grippers, stabilizers
- Seasonal sport — book September through May only
- Indoor facility with public transport access nearby
- Friendly, community-focused atmosphere central to the sport
- No experience or special fitness level required
- Play on authentic curling sheets, not simulation or minigolf
What to expect
You'll arrive at the curling club and meet your coach, who'll walk you through the basic rules, terminology, and technique of the sport. The coach will demonstrate stone delivery, sweeping strategy, and positioning before you get on the ice with brooms and sliders in hand. You'll spend the bulk of the 2 hours actually playing, throwing stones and learning strategy through practice rather than lecture. The session wraps with a brief debrief about what you've played and the wider role curling plays in Quebec culture. You'll be on an actual competition sheet, so expect the cold — dress warmly in layers — but the focus is on fun and understanding the sport, not perfecting technique.
What travellers say
- Authentic introduction to a genuine Quebec winter tradition
- Coach provides clear instruction, no curling background needed
- All equipment supplied; only requirement is clean shoes
- Welcoming, community-focused club atmosphere
- Hands-on play, not just watching or simulation
- Cold indoor environment — not comfortable for heat-sensitive visitors
- Seasonal closure May–September limits booking window
- Not accessible for people with spinal or back issues
- Drinks and snacks not included; bring your own
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone wanting a genuine taste of Canadian winter culture without signing up for a full season or league. It works for groups, families and solo visitors. Note that curling only runs September through May; the club closes for summer. Bring clean sneakers (mandatory) and dress warmly — the rink is unheated. The experience is not suitable for anyone with spinal injuries due to the twisting motions involved in delivery. Drinks and snacks are not included; bring your own or buy onsite. Public transport is close by if you're not driving. Small group sizes keep the atmosphere intimate.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.