Lesson 1: What is lawn bowls: the basics
Introduces bowls as an underarm game on a flat green, explains that bowls curve because of their bias, and walks through a basic delivery, scoring and green safety.
Lesson 2: Equipment you need
A coach runs through the gear a new bowler needs to get started.
Lesson 3: Grip
Compares the claw and palm grips with a relaxed fingertip grip, and shows where to place your thumb for a clean release.
Lesson 4: Stance & delivery
An accredited Bowls Australia club coach explains reading the bias marks, forehand vs backhand, positioning on the mat and a simple, rhythmic delivery.
Lesson 5: Weight control (draw shot)
A coach shares tips for judging weight so your bowls finish closer to the jack.
Lesson 6: Scoring & ends
Explains how an end works and how shots are counted, plus the jack, the ditch, touchers and common shot types (also covers crown green differences).
Lesson 7: Etiquette
A coach goes through the etiquette rules on the green that bowlers most often debate.
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