Q&A for How to Bowl

If they're really young, use the ramp for the ball that most lanes have now. Also use the bumpers for very young kids.

Not on an automated system. Accept the loss if you think you're losing badly, and use the rest of the game as practice for the next game.

To keep your hands clean and to wipe the oil and dirt off the ball so it will hook consistently. Remember, if you're eating, never eat with the same hand that you bowl with.

You bowl 3 strikes in a row. It's not very easy for a new player, so start practicing if you want to achieve it in front of your family or something.

Yes, just make sure that the child has access to the lanes without gutters and uses smaller balls. The child needs to be strong enough to hold and roll the small balls.

Yes, you can. Rest your thumb on the ball as best you can. You'll have to lift on your approach more.

That depends on the format of the league, tournament or event. There are single events (one person), double events (two bowlers), or team events that could have 3 to 5 bowlers.

Bowling is a very hard sport and not many people can do it well. You can watch videos of good bowlers, and get plenty of practice.

You may have many people you want in a bowling lane. If you have a huge group of friends, you may want to pay for another lane.

A driver is a person who leads the scoreboard. Generally, having the most points scored on the scoreboard over the whole run makes you the driver.

No, it does not effect the game, it is not an endurance related game. All you need to bowl is good technique.

Yes, though you should try switching to a lighter ball if you are struggling to generate power.

Yes, you can.

Typically, around six players can bowl in one lane. Some bowling centers have a maximum of eight players. However, more players to a lane means the game will be longer, so if you have a large group bowling, you may want to use two lanes.

As long as the bowler’s foot didn’t cross the foul line, then yes.

Look at the arrows near the front of the lane. Professional bowlers don't aim for the pins, but aim for the arrows, as this is easier to hit the mark.

Twist your wrist before release, and aim a little before the top guide on lane.

If it's your first time bowling, put your dominant foot first. Once you feel confident, use the foot you're more comfortable with.

Hold your hand straight while you swing the ball out and back. Begin to rotate the wrist, hand, and fingers on your bowling arm toward the opposite side of your body as the ball comes forward. If you're left-handed, rotate your wrist toward the right. If you're right-handed, rotate your wrist toward the left.

No, bowling is not an official Olympic sport but it has had demonstrations over the years.

Yes. There are only 3 holes. One for the thumb, middle, and ring finger. This will help to throw the ball.

Whichever is your dominant hand in throwing. You will only have to lob the ball. So as long as you can aim, you should be able to manage.