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How do I start?

Learning to enjoy bowls starts with learning the basics. Kohi Bowls offers various options to suit your needs.

Why don’t you start by checking out the options below then send us an email via the Contact > Inquiry Form and we will get back to you with some suggestions:

Bowls 101 $65

  • Held in conjunction with Selwyn College Community Education, our qualified Coaches take you through an introductory course in bowls. Learn the basics of bowl delivery and weight, game objectives, rules etc.
  • Starting at 10.00am on three consecutive Sundays in October.
  • Enrol directly at https://www.selwyncomed.school.nz/ then search Lawn Bowls 101

Give it a go at one of our FREE “Roll-up” days

The next is Sunday 20th October 2024 at 12.45 to 3.30pm follow by a second on Sunday 9th February 2025. These FREE 2.5Hr sessions [with registration] will teach you and your friends the objectives of the game and how to deliver the bowl correctly.

  • Come and see what you’ve been missing out on. Bowls is a game for all age groups.
  • Send an email to rollup@kohibowls.org to book your rink. Bring your friends.

Wednesday Night Fun Bowls $15

  • Whether you’re looking to follow on from Bowls 101 or our GIAGo sessions, or starting from scratch, our summer Fun Bowls evenings from16th October 2024 to 2nd April 2025, will start you off with the basics or give you a chance to practice what you’ve already learnt. Bowls hireage included.
  • Our experienced coaches and players are there to give you guidance as and when you need it.
  • No pre-registration required.
  • Enjoy a drink while you play in the “cool” of the summer evenings.
  • After the session join us for a get together with optional takeaways from our local “chippy” and a drink from our licenced Club bar.
  • 5.30 registration for a 6.00pm start with play to 7.30.

Indoor Bowls $10

  • Looking to start in the Winter months, our Wednesday night indoor bowls is a great introduction to the “mini” game where all the same principles of outdoor bowls apply.
  • Run from May to September check out our Event Calendar for the specific timing
  • Children over 12 welcome if accompanied by an adult.
  • No pre-registration required, just rock up, bring your own nibbles/meal and enjoy a drink from the bar.
  • Starts 5.30 to 7.30pm.