The Game Of Lawn Bowls
Photo Courtesy of Mitch Ridder
The game of Lawn Bowls is played on a green that is 120 feet square. There are eight rinks to a green. The boundaries for each rink are the two orange markers on either side of the number.
The object is to score points by rolling your bowls closer to the target ball (the jack) than your opponent. Bowls is scored by "ends" (similar to baseball's innings). The player or team with the most points after all ends of a match are played is declared the winner.
The basic equipment is a matched set of four "bowls" and each set has a design on both sides that is different from other the sets of bowls. They come in sizes from 00 to 7 and weigh between 3-4 pounds. Traditionally bowls have been black but many players now use colored bowls. Players wear flat soled shoes to avoid damaging the greens.
Teams can be made up of 1, 2, 3 or 4 players. Matches with one player per team are Singles matches and each player rolls 4 bowls each. Two person teams are Pairs and also roll 4 bowls each, three persons (Triples) roll 3 bowls each and four persons (Rinks) roll 2 bowls each.
Team positions are LEAD, VICE and SKIP for three person teams. The Skip, also known as the Director, determines the strategy. Bowlers take turns rolling the bowls by the position of the team member.
There are thirty lawn bowling clubs in Southern California, from south in San Diego to north in Cambria. Bowling greens and lawn bowling have been a part of our extended community since the early twentieth century. Check out our club's history here.
Ways To Enjoy the Club
Lessons
Holiday and Theme Bowling
Holiday and Theme Bowling
Introductory lessons are complimentary and mandatory for membership.
Two class levels are offered to further your bowling expertise: Level-Novice (your first 2-years of membership), and Level 2-Veteran (the more seasoned player). Visit our calendar for dates and times.
Sign up sheets for all classes are at the front office.
Holiday and Theme Bowling
Holiday and Theme Bowling
Holiday and Theme Bowling
Good Bowls equals Good Eats! After bowls, get together with other members during the holidays or for Theme Bowls: Persian Night, Italian Night, Cowboy Night, BBQ, and more!
Practice
Holiday and Theme Bowling
Practice
Use the greens to better your game. Join friends to work on drills and play.
Membership
It's Easy to Join!
Membership is open to all interested bowlers, Laguna residents or not. If you have been walking by in Heisler Park, or walking along Cliff Drive and have taken a peek at the greens wondering whether it's fun or not, wondering if you should give it a try, then contact the Club for a free introductory lesson.
Lawn bowling is popular in many countries all over the world and has recently shown amazing growth in the USA. In 2016, World Bowls launched the formal process of seeking International Olympic Committee (IOC) recognition for our sport! So join us and see what other national and international active people do for fun!
Email:
Email us membership@lagunabeachlawnbowlingclub.com to schedule a free lesson and orientation. Please note that flat soft soled shoes with minimum treads or sandals without a protruding heel are the only footwear allowed on the greens. Bare feet are ok too. Our greens are our most prized and delicate possession and we treat them very gently.
OPEN HOUSE:
Open Houses are typically held on the same day (2nd Saturday in May) all over the country at Lawn Bowling Clubs to encourage people to give Lawn Bowling a try.
Fees
Annual Dues: January 1 to December 31
- Primary Members: $250
- Secondary Members: $175
Renewing Members:
Annual Dues
New Members:
One-Time Initiation Fee $50 plus Annual Dues (prorated quarterly)
Private Events
Bowling For Fun and Team Building!
Our facility is available throughout the year for private functions. Enjoy team building and friendly challenge with Laguna Beach Lawn Bowling Club for up to 50 guests. Club volunteers work these events to teach and ensure a pleasant experience. We appreciate your choosing LBLBC.
More Information
For more information about our Private Event Policy, please refer to our Private Events page or Email us at events@lagunabeachlawnbowlingclub.com.