We’re New Jersey’s original curling club and only dedicated curling facility. The home of good people, good times, good curling, Plainfield Curling Club is a not-for-profit organization committed to fostering the sport and spirit of curling.
USA CURLING SCHEDULE AT 2022 OLYMPIC GAMES
This Olympic Open House clinic is a great way for anyone to get their first exposure to the sport of curling. Each session is a 1-hour introduction and instructional session that teaches you the basics of curling. Participants learn physical play, rules, and strategy. We strive for a low instructor-to-student ratio with an emphasis on active participation. Within minutes, you will be throwing rocks and sweeping. You will finish off the session by playing a mini-game. These sessions are also a great way from small groups to enjoy a new activity at a great price, and guest can all curl together as a group is space is available. Sign-up early to guarantee your spot.
Olympic Open House Sessions are now Open for Registration:
- Saturday February 12th, 2022
- Cost per/person: $25.00. (Due to the popularity of this event, the cost is non-refundable)
- Limited to 8 people per/session
- Can register as individual or group
Click below to register for your preferred session:
- Olympic Open House / Session-1 (9:00 am - 10:00 am)
- Olympic Open House / Session-2 (9:30 am - 10:30 am)
- Olympic Open House / Session-3 (10:00 am - 11:00 am)
- Olympic Open House / Session-4 (10:30 am - 11:30 am)
- Olympic Open House / Session-5 (11:00 am - 12:00 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-6 (11:30 am - 12:30 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-7 (12:00 pm - 1:00 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-8 (12:30 pm - 1:30 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-9 (1:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-10 (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-11 (2:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-12 (2:30 pm - 3:30 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-13 (3:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-14 (3:30 pm - 4:30 pm)
- Olympic Open House / Session-15 (4:00 pm - 5:00 pm)
Watch Curling like a Pro
All Individuals must be fully vaccinated prior to entering the Plainfield Curling Club
Plainfield Curling Club COVID-19 Policy & Procedure
Effective: January 6th, 2022
Introduction
The Plainfield Curling Club (PCC) is striving to make this season as normal as possible with no planned modifications to gameplay or leagues. To make it through this season safely, without the need for additional restrictions, we need everyone to be responsible and adhere to these guidelines. If risk levels become higher locally or we have evidence that these precautions are not sufficient, the Board will take whatever steps necessary to allow the club to operate safely.
The Board plans to review this policy frequently to update it as appropriate regarding State and CDC recommendations. Changes will be communicated to membership as they occur.
This policy is subject to changing without warning due to the ongoing nature of information, recommendations, and guidelines during the pandemic. The Board will defer to the CDC, State or County Dept of Health if needed.
Vaccination Policy
All individuals entering the Plainfield Curling Club must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Exceptions to the vaccination requirement are reserved for the following groups:
- Individuals’ ineligible based on the most current FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization and/or approval (ex: children under 5 years old)
o Note: Children between 5 & 12 must be fully vaccinated by February 1st, 2022 and will need to follow the club’s vaccination policy after this date. Prior to February 1st, 2022, they may still wear a mask while in the club.
- Individuals with a note from a licensed medical professional
- Contractors & Vendors hired by PCC to perform work or provide services
NOTE: PCC does not accept religious exemptions at this time.
Mask Policy
ALL individuals both Vaccinated and Non-Vaccinated inside the Plainfield Curling Club must wear a mask when more than one (1) person is at the club. Masks must fit appropriately and cover the nose, mouth, and chin completely. Masks with vents are prohibited. Individuals may briefly remove/pull down their mask to consume food and/or drink. Masks should be replaced as soon as possible after eating or drinking.
The following is a list of approved masks:
- 3-Ply Disposable Face Mask
- Cloth Face Mask with PM2.5 Filter
- KN95 Face Mask
- NIOSH N95 Face Mask
General
- If you are uncomfortable with handshakes, you can bump fists, "chicken wing", tip your cap, tap broom handles, or wave from afar.
- Hand sanitizer will be provided at several locations around the building.
- Wearing an appropriate mask is always encouraged.
- Please get the recommended booster if you have not already done so. (See below for more information).
Contact Tracing
Any individual (member or guest) who has been in the club within 48 hours prior to a positive test (the date of the test sample or the onset of symptoms, whichever is earlier) must notify the club immediately by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . The individuals name will be kept confidential; however, time is of the essence to contact anyone else who may have been in the club at the same time to quarantine and test. The positive test results may be released to the local public health authorities as required.
- Affected Membership will be notified of exposures in the club so that personal decisions can be made regarding personal risk tolerance.
- If you do not complete the contact tracing form each day you are at the club, you may not be contacted in a timely fashion if you have been exposed to a positive case in the club.
Positive Cases
Any member testing positive (regardless of vaccination status) for COVID-19 should follow CDC guidance and isolate (see below). To return to the club, please refer to the charts below. Also, the individual must be fever free without the use of fever reducing agents for 24 hours.
https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s1227-isolation-quarantine-guidance.html
Current CDC Recommendations Regarding Isolation and Quarantine if Exposed
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If You Test Positive for COVID-19 (Isolate) |
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Everyone, regardless of vaccination status. |
● Stay home for 5 days ● If you have NO symptoms or your symptoms are resolving after 5 days, you can leave your house ● Continue to wear a mask around others for 5 additional days If you have a fever, continue to stay home until your fever resolves. |
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When can I return to the Club? |
You may return to the club after 10 days from symptom onset or positive test date (sample date), whichever is earlier. |
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If you Were Exposed to Someone with COVID-19 (Quarantine) |
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If you: Have been boosted OR Completed the primary series of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine within the last 6 months OR Completed the primary series of J&J vaccine within the last 2 months |
● Wear a mask around other for 10 days ● Test on day 5, if possible If you develop symptoms get a test and stay home |
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When can I return to the Club? |
You may return to the club after receiving a NEGATIVE test result between day 5 & 7 after being exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19 |
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If you Were Exposed to Someone with COVID-19 (Quarantine) |
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If you: Completed the primary series of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine OVER 6 months ago and are NOT boosted OR Completed the primary series of J&J vaccine OVER 2 months and are NOT boosted OR Are Unvaccinated |
● Stay home for 5 days. After that continue to wear a mask around others for 5 additional days ● If you can’t quarantine you must wear a mask for 10 days. ● Test on day 5 if possible If you develop symptoms get a test and stay home |
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When can I return to the Club? |
You may return to the club after 10 days from the date of exposure to someone who tested positive for COVID-19 |
Gameplay
No modifications required but consider wearing the appropriate mask during high infection periods.
Leagues
Junior League
- If all present at the club are fully vaccinated (no participants younger than 5), masks are optional.
o If there are any present in any area of the club who are not vaccinated including due to age, ALL must mask while inside any area of the club
Other leagues
- No modifications
Guests/Non-Members
- All non-members, including guests of members, must sign-in upon arrival upon arrival and show proof of vaccination status and provide contact info for contact tracing. There are no exceptions. • The member bringing guests to the club is responsible for ensuring that this happens and that all other rules are followed.
Vaccination Exempt, Non-Vaccinated Members (medical & Juniors under the age of 5 years)
- Any non-vaccinated member with a known exposure to COVID-19 must follow CDC guidance and quarantine for 10 days after the date of exposure. www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s1227-isolation-quarantine-guidance.html
- We’re adopting the following guidelines:
- Masks must be worn at all times within the club.
- Masks may be removed briefly to bite or sip but must stay on at all other times.
- Masks must be purpose-built masks without vent, bandana OR doubled gaiter and must cover nose and mouth completely.
- A list of members who must follow these guidelines will be provided to Board Members and League Coordinators.
- Group Events
- No modifications (except following vaccine/mask guidelines).
- Additional protocols unique to a specific group event could be created that will either meet or exceed our minimum guidelines. In no instance will PCC’s overall protocols be loosened to accommodate a group event.
Bonspiels
Protocols will be announced per-event at time of registration open. This could be a reiteration of PCC’s overall policies or additional protocols that are unique to the bonspiel. In no instance will PCC’s overall protocols be loosened to accommodate a bonspiel.
Cleaning
Provide on-ice wipes for players to wipe down rocks if they choose.
Building Modifications
- Air filtration device(s) in the warm room
- Front Door left ajar when conditions permit
- Fans turned on during broomstacking
Enforcement
Board Members and League Coordinators will be responsible for enforcement
