Bowling Tips

Balance is one of the most important elements in the game of bowling. If a bowler does not maintain balance they will struggle to hit a target and maintain consistency. To maintain lower body balance, keep the back toe on the floor. To maintain upper body balance, keep the chin […]

The bowling stance is the foundation to getting started to a successful bowling approach. Taking the time to focus on a consistent setup will develop consistency throughout your approach.

In a 4-step approach, the first step is with the ball side foot and goes in line with the other foot as the ball moves forward to start the swing. In a 5-step approach, the first step is with the non-ball side foot and the ball is held with the […]

The starting position in bowling is called the stance. Start with the sliding show forward, knees flexed and body weight forward. The two middle fingers and thumb go in the ball and the weight of the ball is supported by both hands. The ball should be positioned between the bowling […]

All modern lanes today have 39 boards on them. Right handed bowlers count from the right side and left handed bowlers count from the left side. Dots on the approach and arrows on the lanes are 5 boards apart.  More Articles on Bowling Lanes »

All lanes have 7 arrows for targeting. Right-handed bowlers count from the right, left-handed bowlers count from the left. Read More »

Small children can enjoy the game of bowling with a little assistance. For children three to five, the “granny style” is a very effective way to deliver the ball. They may require some assistance during the learning process. Position the ball so the finger holes roll between the fingers and […]

The ball return can be a hazardous area to hang out. Always wait off the bowling approach for your bowling ball to return. If the ball gets stuck in the front part of the ball return, contact a staff person to assist. Learn More Bowling Safety Tips »

The sliding shoe is opposite the bowling hand and is the shoe you will finish on when you complete your approach. Reading More About the Finishing Position » 

Most house balls are drilled with a conventional grip where the two middle fingers go in to the second joint and the thumb goes all the way in. The ball rolls off the thumb first and then the fingers. To start, support the ball with both hands under the ball and the […]