Duckpin Bowling Rules

BOWLIING ETIQUETTE The Golden Rule “Do unto others as you would have them to do unto you” also applies in bowling. * Remain back of the foul line at all times. * After delivering the ball, walk straight back on the approach. Do not remain standing near the foul line. * Do not walk in front of a bowler to pick up your ball of the rack or to mark up a score, is he/she is in the position to start his/ her delivery. * Do not attempt to deliver the ball at the same time as the bowler on the adjoining lane. If you are both ready to bowl at the same time, remember- the person at your right has the right way- acknowledge it. * After delivering the ball, use only the width of your lane for any contortions of “body English” in which you may wish to indulge. * Do not talk to a bowler while he/she is delivering his ball. You can have a lot of fun kidding but do it at the right time. * Control your temper and refrain from abusive language. * Do not always expect a strike every time you hit the head pin. * Use good sportsmanship at all times- give credit where credit is due. * Do not get discouraged- you can learn. Remember, a happy disposition and a bright smile is as big an asset in bowling as anywhere and being able to laugh at yourself and your own failures is the first step in correcting your errors. * Use your own balls of the house balls, never to use another person’s ball without his/her permission.

Class Guidelines

1. Get your index card and sign as you arrive at the Alumni Center Bowling Alley. 2. Go to your respective lane assignment. 3. Write your name in the score sheet. And wait for the go signal to start the games. 4. Every bowler must finish 3 consecutive frames (frames 1, 2, and 3) before the next bowler starts. When all bowlers in the score sheet are finished, the play on the next 3 frames (frames 4, 5, and 6) on the adjoining lane. (e.g. Bowler X played in Lane 3, and Bowler Y played