• Make sure you have a good bowling ball. Something that is not too heavy or too light, just right is the way to go. It's always best to get a ball of your own instead of borrowing it or renting it. This way you get used to the ball and learn what it does to your advantage.



• Get good bowling shoes. Your bowling shoes are just like regular shoes. They need to be taken care of and it's always best if they're your own. That way your foot gets used to it and works better instead of hurting you. Get a half size bigger than your regular shoe size. Sounds strange, but it's true.



• Focus. It's nice to invite your friends to go bowling with you but talk less and pay attention to the game. Watch each person’s move and try to learn from it or help them fix their problem.



• Learn your stance. This step will develop during time. You need to know how and where you throw the ball to develop this skill. The stance is very important. Here you will get in your comfort zone some have different ways of starting but make sure you find a stance that is natural for you. If it's wrong someone will point it out for you.



• Find your mark on the lane. There are seven arrows on the lane. Do not aim for the middle. If you do then you will get a split that is really hard to pick. If you're right handed then aim for the arrow to the right. If you are left handed aim for the arrow to the left.



• Release the ball. When releasing the ball release it in front of you not behind you. You may hit yourself if the ball is behind you. Make sure you have a good back swing and a good release point. Again this skill takes time to master. But it will come if you stick to it.



• Look at the arrows upon release. Don't look at the pins or you will get distracted and throw off key. Watch where you release and watch the ball go over your mark. It won't always do that and you have to learn from your mistake. Have a follow through. When you release the ball make sure your arm goes up or you may hurt your arm permanently in the future. I hope this will help you bowl better.



• When bowling, you should hook it during your first ball to get more strikes. During the second ball, just throw a straight ball and don't twist your wrist.

Alternate Steps

• Choose the right bowling shoe size for you- usually a 1/2 inch bigger than your regular shoes.



• Chose a bowling ball that's the right weight and the right size for your fingers.



• Use the dots as a guideline. Put your left foot on the center dot and your right foot should be behind your left foot.



• Point your feet at the pins you're aiming for.



• Keep your body straight and bend your knees.



• Use the rule of thumb which is where your thumb is pointing, that's where the ball will go.



• Always stay on the center dot with your left foot for the strike ball.



• For the spare ball, look at the arrows. If the pin is lined up with the dot to the right of the center dot, move one dot left. Always move in the opposite direction. Also, count the dots to decide how many dots to move over on the other side.

Tips

• Practice. Many people fail to grasp that in order to get good, you must put some effort into working for it.



• Be sure to have fun while you play!



• Watch the pros and try to emulate their style.



• Learn from others what you can do to improve your game.



• Practice can also help you bowl and get a lot more fun out of the game.



• Stress. Don't get stressed because your ball keeps going in the gutter and not staying on the lane. I've had my ball go into the gutter many times before, but did I get stressed? No I didn't. I just kept playing. Trust me, nobody is perfect at anything.



• If you're doing a run up, stop a few inches before the line. Make sure you don't step over the line or it's a foul!



• On the first ball, you'd want to make a curve ball because that would get you more strikes and avoid splits which are had to pick up.



• On the second ball, throw a straight ball because if you spin it too much you'd miss the pin and might not get anything.



• Don't cross the foul line.



• You should buy your own equipment like a bowling ball and shoes. The pro shop can fit the ball for you which will improve your score.

Warnings

• Don't overthrow or you may hurt yourself. Your arm will get used to throwing so just deal with the toughness.



• Don't use a heavy ball. You may slip on your back swing and injure someone!



• This will take time and commitment. Don't expect wonderful things to happen to you overnight.