Dumbarton Curling Club Opens the Doors for New Members
If you’ve ever watched curling and thought, “I could definitely do that… probably… maybe… well it looks fun anyway,” then this is your moment. Dumbarton Curling Club is gearing up for a brand‑new season, and we’re officially on the hunt for fresh faces, curious beginners, and anyone who fancies giving Scotland’s coolest sport a go.
Whether you’re a seasoned slider or someone whose only experience with ice is slipping on it outside Tesco, you’re warmly invited to join us. Curling is friendly, social, surprisingly tactical, and—best of all—full of laughs. And yes, you really do get to use those big sweeping brushes. It’s basically housework, but with applause.
🌟 Try Curling Session – Come Give It a Shot
To help you dip your toe (or your slider) into the sport, come along to a Try Curling session—a relaxed, one‑off introduction where you can learn the basics, and discover why curlers are some of the most welcoming people you’ll ever meet. Contact our Secretary below for dates and times.
No experience needed. No special equipment required. No pressure. Just turn up, have fun, and see what all the fuss is about.
👥 Who Can Join?
Absolutely anyone. If you can smile, you can curl. If you can laugh at yourself, you’ll fit right in. If you can stand on ice without reenacting Bambi, that’s a bonus—but not essential. The only caveat is we would prefer that juniors under the age of 16 are accopanied by a parent/guardian or other resposible adult.
🥌 Why Join Dumbarton Curling Club?
- Dumbarton is the only club to hold Gold Accreditation status with Scottish Curling, the games governing bodies
- Fully qualified coaches available to help all members, especially beginners
- All coaches hold a valid PVG certification
- Friendly members who always assist and encourage newcomers
- A great social atmosphere
- Regular club nights and matches
- Opportunity to respresent the club in competitions irrespective of how long you've been a member.
📣 Interested?
If your curiosity is tingling—or if you just want to try something new this year—come along to our Try Curling session and see what Dumbarton Curling Club is all about. You might just discover your new favourite sport.
Ready to give it a go? We’d love to hear from you.
Contact our Secretary:
Jim MacDonald
07741-479680
Complete the form on our Contact Us page.
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Dumbarton Curling Club is proud to announce that we have been awarded the Gold Level Accreditation by Scottish Curling. We are honoured to be the first club in Scotland to achieve this distinction.
Scottish Curling’s accreditation framework comprises five levels:
- Foundation
- Bronze
- Silver
- Gold
- Platinum
The new accreditation scheme is structured around a series of modules, each of which focuses on a specific area of club development, governance, and long‑term growth. Clubs may select the modules most relevant to their needs, and the total number completed determines the level of accreditation awarded.
Dumbarton Curling Club has successfully completed seven of the eight modules required for Platinum Accreditation. The remaining module focuses on Junior Engagement. As the club currently comprises adult members only, the committee is actively exploring initiatives that will enable us to welcome junior curlers in the coming season.
The club extends its sincere thanks to the staff at Scottish Curling for their guidance, support, and expertise throughout the accreditation process, all of which contributed significantly to this achievement.
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Keith Hart was officially elected as President of Dumbarton Curling Club at the club's AGM on Friday 15th May 2026, following his 2 year term as Vice-President.
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Allan McCulloch was this year' recipient of the President's Shield.
The Shield was presented to Allan by Keith Hart, the club's newly elected President at the Club's AGM on Friday 15th May 2026 held at the Creative Regeneration Centre (The Old Gourock Library).
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At the club's AGM for the season 2024/25, Jonny Flowers was awarded the President's Shield, which was presented by Club President David Armstrong.
This year, Jonny received the Shield for assisting David after his accident at the end of the Lennox Cup match against Helensburgh at Greenacres. Jonny not only remained with David while he was receiving treatment at the rink, but also took him to A&E and stayed until he was released from hospital and took home.
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