Bowling For Dummies

Part I: The Opening Frame.

Chapter 1: Welcome to the Wonderful World of Bowling.

Chapter 2: Getting Down to the Basics of the Game.

Chapter 3: Heading to the Center.

Chapter 4: Buying Your Own Ball, Shoes, and Accessories.

Part II: Body Basics: Throwing Yourself into the Game.

Chapter 5: Finding Your Form and Style.

Chapter 6: Positioning Yourself for a Smooth Approach.

Chapter 7: Throwing the Ball.

Chapter 8: Correcting Common Approach Problems.

Part III: Time to Get Rolling: Making Your Shot.

Chapter 9: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Hook Shots.

Chapter 10: Knocking ’Em All Down: The Secrets to Bowling Strikes.

Chapter 11: Picking Up Spares.

Chapter 12: Conquering Classic Splits.

Part IV: Staying on Your Game.

Chapter 13: Understanding the Ins and Outs of Oil on the Lanes.

Chapter 14: Staying in the Game, Physically and Mentally.

Chapter 15: Improving Your Game on Your Own or with a Coach's Help.

Chapter 16: Bowling When You Have Special Health Conditions.

Part V: Joining Others at the Center.

Chapter 17: Taking the Kids Bowling.

Chapter 18: Playing in Leagues and Tournaments.

Part VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Add 10 Points (Or More) to Your Score.

Chapter 20: Ten Tricks to Throwing a Great Hook.

Chapter 21: Ten Ways to Make Bowling More Fun.

Glossary.

Index.