How To Play Shuffleboard

The Player Guide

Learn the basic rules of the most iconic shuffleboard games

Shuffleboard is irresistibly fun and easy to play! With over 500 years of history, Americans, Canadians, English, and Belgians all claim a piece of its invention. One thing’s for sure: it’s a game that stands the test of time! As a fun mix of curling, sjoelen (Dutch shuffleboard), Jeus de Boules, and even bowling, it’s the perfect game for young and old.

Whether you’re hanging out at a pub or looking for a workplace energizer, shuffleboard’s relaxed pace and social vibe make it perfect for unwinding, catching up over drinks, or adding a bit of friendly competition to any get-together.

Shuffleboard basic game rules

  • 2 teams, with 1-4 players per team.
  • Both players (or teams) are standing at the same side of the Shuffleboard table.
  • Before you begin: each player slides one puck to the end of the table, the puck that is the furthest has the benefit of starting last.
  • You start the game by alternately sliding the puck to the end of the table. Or try to knock off your opponent's puck!
  • The playing field has 3 zones, the further the puck ends, the more points you get.

Shuffleboard scoring

  • Only the furthest pucks that have passed the opponent's puck(s) count. All these pucks are added up.
  • A puck that is over the edge (but still on the table) counts as 4 points. This is called a hanger.
  • The winner of the previous round starts the next round.
  • The first player with 15 points wins the game!

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