Bowling is a classic indoor pastime; but, like any game, it takes practice to become a master. Whether you’re happy to play a casual round or you’ve recently joined a bowling league, there are simple steps you can take to pick up your score. The bowling aficionados at South Lanes Pizza in La Crosse, WI, will have you knocking out strike after strike with their helpful pointers.

3 Tips to Improve Your Bowling Game

1. Practice, Practice, Practice

As with any sport, the more time you spend at the bowling alley, the better you’ll be. Try to go bowling at least once or twice a week — which shouldn’t be a problem if you’ve already signed up for a league — and over time you’ll begin to see a noticeable improvement in your game.

2. Approach the Lane Correctly

Having a solid approach is crucial if you’re looking to start racking up some pins, so practice the proper stance and start using a four-step approach. While approaching at a consistent pace, keep your head up, your shoulders square, and face forward; then, smoothly swing your arm back on the penultimate step before releasing your shot on the fourth step.

3. Don’t Ignore the Arrows

The arrows and dots along the lane are helpful if you need to improve your aim and can give you closer targets to shoot for while practicing. If you’re right-handed, aim for the second arrow to the right — second to the left if you’re left-handed. If you find that your shots are consistently dragging toward one side, compensate by moving slightly in that direction while aiming toward the same spot.

Keep these tips in mind and, with practice, you’ll be bowling with the best of them. If you’re looking for a fun place to join a league or taking your family out for pizza and games, South Lanes Pizza has been serving up fun to the La Crosse, WI, community for over 60 years. To look at their specials or browse their menu, visit their website or call (608) 788-0830.