Maybe you are a part-time bowler willing to take on your neighborhood bowling league with improved precision and consistency. When bowling is the case, you’re approaching a crucial beginning in building fundamental skills as a real bowler. Listen up, because this introduction to A Bowler’s Development may take your game to new levels. An expert in a nearby bowling pro shop want you harness bowling skills. It’s no surprise, roll strikes if can spare ‘em (hehe). Just kidding. Fine, if only it were that simple. No worry, we can get you rolling your way.

Most importantly, buy your own custom fit bowling balls and shoes required to bowl competiviely. It’s not a sales pitch, it actually matters. It’s no joke, get your favorite ball drilled for custom finger holes, and your game will benefit. A brand name drilled bowling ball can make a substantial improvement in your game. It’s also important you’re sliding out your final step in quality bowling shoes that provide solid footing on the approach.

If you may have previous purchased the right bowling ball and shoes, listen to the number two piece of bowling advice: aiming the ball. If you face the pins, try not to focus on the actual pins. Use the arrows like a barrel of a gun. Ever noticed them? It is easier to hit a an aid marker that rests closer. For it to work right, make sure you aim from the precise location 4 steps from the foul line on every attempt. If you do it the same every time you can adjust your marksmanship.

Do you ever wonder how pros roll with massive hooks on the ball, to achieve specific action on the pins? It is our next best piece of bowling advice. It’s all in the ball type. Many serious bowlers pack at least two bowling balls to roll ridiculous hooks, selected precisely for the type of game and lane. Just a bit of caution: greenhorns might want to work with just one, and avoid a ball that weighs a ton. Some pro bowlers travel with bowling balls made for reactive expert grip. But these special-made balls often make even decent pros seem like beginners. With these tips you’re on the right track. I’ll be back with another 3 next week.

-George Chase

My friends and I roll strikes for a company team (US Systems) for morning shift for a bowling shoes manufacturer down in Las Vegas. I offer tips to professional and amature bowlers at my blog and at the bowling center. Lastly, I want to wave hello at all my heavy rollers in the shop. Best of luck.