Beginner Bowler Swing Tips

By: bowlingball.com, Originally Posted: 2/22/16; Updated: 3/5/21

If you are relatively new to the game and are looking for some beginner bowler swing tips, consider trying the following techniques next time you practice bowling:

*Position your bowling ball in front of your bowling shoulder when taking your stance on the approach preparing to bowl.

*Start your ball moving slightly before your first step and move it in the direction of the pocket when rolling for strikes. Your sight target on the lane should be on an intermediate path from the foul line to the pocket.

*Allow your bowling ball to swing freely and swiftly once it begins moving into your swing cycle. Your ball should swing in one smooth motion to the very top of your backswing about shoulder level.

*Reduce as much arm tension as possible as you begin your swing. Relax your arm, neck, and bowling shoulder muscles allowing the ball to swing unrestricted to the top of the backswing.

*As you continue walking to the foul line, your ball must fall freely into the downswing with the force of gravity, not your arm muscles, accelerating your ball into the forward swing.

*As your bowling hand reaches the bottom of your forward swing arc near your sliding bowling shoe, release the ball from your bowling fingers and thumb and continue swinging your arm and hand to a complete follow through position in the direction of the pocket.

*Your follow through should finish with the bottom of your bowling elbow at least as high as your bowling shoulder with your hand following the ball toward your sight target on the lane.



*Keep your eyes focused sharply on your spot on the lane.

*Hold your form like posing for a bowling picture until the ball reaches the sight target on the lane before moving away to watch the results.

These simple swing tips can help you develop a repeatable swing technique, develop accuracy and control, and progress in the game.

If you have any questions about your swing or any bowling technique, it is highly recommended to consult with an experienced bowling instructor to help you learn the game properly and make progress quickly.