Bowls

Outdoor group
Group leader	David Pettman
Telephone	01306 883043
Email	david@pettman.co.uk
Meets	Every Friday from April to mid-September, 2.30-4.30pm
Venue	Pippbrook Bowling Club
Cost	£4 per session (two tasters free)
Waiting list?	No

Bowls is a friendly and sociable activity. It offers a great way to get gentle exercise and meet other people.

New members attend a taster session to assess their level before joining a group. The basics of the sport are easy to learn. The more you play, the better you get. But be warned: it can become seriously addictive! We run two bowls groups, both of which welcome new members.

Summer

Equipment: Bowls and other equipment are available, but please wear comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes. Initial coaching and further guidance is available.

Charges: £4 per session (charges waived if you do become addicted and decide to join the bowling club)

Winter

Equipment: Flat-soled shoes, preferably bowling shoes, are necessary, but other equipment and guidance can be provided.

Constraints: Because of limitations at Horsham, initial coaching needs to be obtained before joining this group – either with the Summer Group or with a bowls club.

Charges: £7 per session.

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