Tuition / Coaching
Experiencing and learning how to play Flat, Lawn Green Bowls at Norton Bowling Club can be arranged in a variety of ways for prospective members.
Firstly, apply for a temporary membership*, enabling you to have short-term accompanied use of the grounds and equipment
Then either:
> enrol on a 6-session Coached Bowling Course – held on Monday evenings from 6.30 – 8.00pm starting in May. If the course has started or these days are impossible for you, please contact us via the registration form to see what alternatives can be offered). For details see Bowls for Beginners . To register click here
> attend up to 4 free Taster Sessions accompanied by our Club Members – available every Monday evening and Tuesday during the Season at the Club’s informal roll-up afternoons. Other times by arrangement;
> if you have a friend who is a Member willing and able to teach you, become a Temporary Member via a committee Member or Coach and come with them for your 4 free Taster Sessions**. (Members may also bring guests paying Green Fees on up to 4 times per season for each guest).
Tuition and skills development sessions may be available on a private, group or one-to-one basis.
*To apply for Temporary Membership and/or for more information: please contact the Club:
> either through the Club’s by texting 07534 974 352 or emailing nortonbowling@supanet.com;
> or use the Contact Us page
> or come and talk to us on a Tuesday afternoon.
(Experienced Bowlers who are considering joining Norton Bowling Club and who do not need further tuition may try the facilities out by arrangement through the Coaches or any Committee Member).
Requirements – Footwear – whilst preferably proper bowling shoes – soles must be flat and smooth with no heel.
Trainees, new and prospective members may have use of the Club’s spare shoes, bowls and green equipment for all their practice sessions.
**Please note that for administrative and insurance purposes the temporary membership condition applies for all Coaching and Taster Sessions. There is no charge for Temporary Membership