Assistant Ice Technician (AIT) Course (1 Day) - FOR NON-MEMBERS of CURLING AB (full rate)
The Assistant Curling Ice Technician course is a one-day workshop suitable for volunteers, and assistants working under the guidance of a Certified Head Ice Technician. At the completion of the workshop, students are given TRAINED Assistant Curling Ice Technician status.
Course Location: Red Deer CC
Course Date & Time: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (8:30am to 5:00pm)
Maximum Participants in Course: 16
Bring: clean, grippy shoes, warm clothing, notebook, pencils, water bottle, snacks
Lunch: Lunch is on your own.
Curling AB will provide course materials.
Pre-requisite: None
Deadline to register: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Participants of the Assistant Ice Technician Program can expect to learn about:
Adhering to Safety Guidelines
Cleaning/Housekeeping
Scraping
Pebbling
Nipping
Temperature Monitoring
Opening and Closing Procedures
Draw Change Procedures
Basic Troubleshooting
Please contact Atina Ford Johnston for any questions: atina.johnston@curlingalberta.ca
WITHDRAWALS & REFUND POLICY:
If Curling Alberta Cancels or Reschedules: In the event Curling Alberta cancels or reschedules a course for any reason, registered participants may choose to receive a full refund or apply their registration fee toward a future course.
If a Participant Cancels:
7 Days or More Prior to the Course Date: A refund will be issued and may be subject to an administrative fee of up to 20% of the total registration fee, at Curling Alberta’s discretion.
Less Than 7 Days Prior to the Course Date: No refund will be provided unless otherwise approved by Curling Alberta.