Coaching & TipsTip of the MonthVideo AnalysisBowling LanesSetup & StanceApproach & TimingWarm UpPre-shot Routine and Mental GameThe ReleaseTechniquesBowling BallsSpare ShootingMisc VideosHow to Keep Score

Approach and Timing The first step should be one of the smallest and slowest of your approach. The direction of your approach should be fairly straight with a minimum of drift (especially toward the target). 4, 5, or more steps? Generally, new bowlers are taught to take 4 steps while delivering the bowling ball for the shot. Even if you take more steps, the 4 step approach is still the basis of the delivery when figuring ball and feet timing. For example: With a 4 step approach, the ball begins the swing with the first step. Snapshots: start | step 1 | step 2 | step 3 | step 4 Video 1/2 speed: 4 step appraoch With a 5 step approach, the ball begins the swing with the second step. Video 1/2 speed: 5 step appraoch With a 6 step approach, the ball begins the swing with the third step. Video 1/2 speed: 6 step appraoch Setup / Stance Feet offset Knees slightly bend Elbow at 90º Arm next to side of body Hand under bowling ball Eyes at target go to step 1 Step 1 With a 4 step approach, move the ball when the right foot moves. If the ball is more than 6-8 inches out in front of the foot at the end of the first step, you could be out of balance. The first step tends to set up the timing for the rest of your approach. Be sure to have the first step consistent before moving on. Check yourself with a side view in a mirror to make sure the first step and pushaway are moving forward together as if the hand and foot are connected. For a smooth pushaway make sure that the ball is pushed in line with the shoulder and toward the target area. Create a smooth out and then down motion in the shape of a backward letter "C". Use your non-bowling hand to help control the pushaway. This will help to eliminate over-extending and loosen up the swing. go to step 2 Step 2 Here we see the ball is passing the legs. The ball should not be higher than the waist at this point. go to step 3 Step 3 This is the point where the ball reaches the top of the backswing. go to step 4 Step 4 This is the release point of the ball. The slide foot should stop just as the ball reaches the back of the foot with the thumb exiting the ball. The slide foot also needs to be either parllel with the boards or with the toe slightly turned out. If the toes are turned in, you will not be able to achieve sufficient knee bend. The trailing leg should be close or touching the appraoch with the toe leading. go to setup

[ Security and Privacy ]      [ About Us ]      [ Contact Us ]      [ Bowling Links ]