Coaching

Our experienced members are always keen to answer your questions, offer tips, and provide encouragement whether you're a beginner or looking to fine-tune your game.

To help you improve your skills, we recommend a selection of carefully chosen YouTube coaching videos that offer clear, step-by-step guidance on the fundamentals techniques of lawn bowls.

Full credit to The Canadian Bowler and Matt’s Jack and Balls for their outstanding content and high‑quality video production.

Porthcawl Bowling Club Logo, Prince of Wales Feathers over a Red Dragon. Founded 1934Porthcawl Bowling Club Logo, Prince of Wales Feathers over a Red Dragon. Founded 1934

Learning how to bowl or need to fine‑tune your delivery?

Learn some of the do’s and don’ts of a solid, fundamentally sound grip that will set you up for consistent, accurate deliveries.

Delivering a Lawn Bowl: The Stance

Learn the key principles of a solid, balanced stance for lawn bowls. A correct stance creates the stability needed for an accurate and consistent delivery.

Introduction To Bowls

Learning how to bowl or want to refine your delivery?

Watch this video to understand the do’s and don’ts of moving from a balanced stance into a clean, smooth release, giving you the foundations for a stable, reliable delivery every time.

Want to improve your lawn bowls game with pinpoint accuracy?

Master your Point of Aim, perfect Weight Control, and harness Visualisation — the three keys to consistent, winning shots.

Playing lead in lawn bowls, but not sure exactly what’s involved?

As the first player on the mat, your role sets the tone for the entire game – and understanding your responsibilities is the key to success on the green.

Not quite sure what’s expected of you as the second in lawn bowls?

It’s a position with a wide variety of shot selections, and knowing when – and how – to play them is key to success.

"Looking to improve your game as a third in lawn bowls?

Learn key drills, and practice routines to sharpen your delivery and boost your performance—whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out.

Unsure about which line to take when playing your bowl with weight?

This video will guide you on how to visualise your shots, understand how weight affects your line, and line up for the best possible results.

Bowl with more accuracy and control every time you step onto the green

Discover practical techniques you can apply straight away to improve your delivery, shot selection, and overall performance.