Class
Upper and Lower Body Alignment, Leverage and Timing
$66.03
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At a Glance:
- In-depth Instruction; over 42 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Item:
Q6234u
Description
Welcome to “Upper and Lower Body Alignment, Leverage and Timing”, a collection designed to help bowlers refine their mechanics for more consistent, powerful, and accurate play. This collection covers essential techniques, including straight-arm and bent-elbow backswing styles, and explores how each affects torque, power, and release. You’ll learn how proper timing, synchronizing ball position, swing speed, backswing height, and footwork, can dramatically improve control and consistency, as well as how to use visual aids like tablet recordings and ball tape to analyze your motion and track ball performance.
In addition to technique, this collection emphasizes overall body awareness and preparation. You’ll discover how to maintain a consistent arm swing groove and fine-tune thumb position for optimal ball trajectory, while also practicing warmup drills to loosen the shoulders, back, hips, and legs. By combining alignment, leverage, timing, and physical readiness, this program equips bowlers of all levels with the tools to enhance their performance, read lane conditions more effectively, and reduce the risk of injury.
Class Sessions
Leverage
6:52
The video explains how bowlers of all styles can achieve maximum leverage by maintaining proper body positioning, especially keeping the head behind and then above the slide foot through the release. Through examples of power players, women bowlers, and two-handers, the coach demonstrates how balance, alignment, and efficient motion create more consistent power with less effort.
Release Position
2:33
The video explains how proper finish position alignment, specifically keeping the knee behind the toe and maintaining a stable base, creates consistent release points and prevents targeting errors. Using on-lane examples, the coach shows how bowlers and coaches can diagnose balance issues by checking chin-to-toe alignment and lower-body positioning at the foul line.
Upper vs Lower Body Dominance
2:13
The video shows how increasing foot speed helps bowlers naturally generate more ball speed, better leverage, and improved balance without forcing the release. Through before-and-after examples, the coach demonstrates how freeing up the lower body leads to a smoother arm swing, cleaner release, and more consistent shots.
Upper Body Angles
2:08
The video explains how proper shoulder alignment in the stance influences the ball’s path and helps bowlers play straighter. The coach demonstrates adjustments, including wrist tilt and body positioning, to create more angle and control for navigating changing lane conditions.
Cause and Effect
2:05
The video explores how small adjustments in stance, posture, and swing can solve common bowling issues like weak releases and slow ball speed. The coach demonstrates how modifying setup and weight distribution helps bowlers achieve stronger releases, better projection, and improved ball reaction.
Elbow Bend or Straight Arm
3:35
The video explores the differences between straight-arm and bent-elbow backswing techniques in bowling and how each affects power, torque, and release. The coach explains that while bent elbows can generate more torque and revs, straight-arm styles rely on strong shoulder and core mechanics for controlled, balanced releases.
Timing
7:01
The video explains how proper timing in bowling depends on synchronizing ball position, backswing height, swing speed, and footwork to achieve consistent releases. The coach demonstrates drills and adjustments that help bowlers find their ideal combination, ensuring better control, power, and accuracy on every shot.
Arm Swing
6:01
This video teaches bowlers how to perfect their arm swing by maintaining a controlled side radius and a consistent “four-inch swing groove” for accurate releases. It also emphasizes fine-tuning thumb position to control ball trajectory, allowing for straighter or more arced shots while improving overall balance and consistency.
Video Coaching
4:04
Using a tablet to record your swing helps identify and correct back swing issues that are invisible while bowling. You’ll see how small adjustments in hand and shoulder positioning can improve swing direction, increase ball speed, and create a freer, more effective motion.
Identifying Ball Roll
3:06
This video demonstrates how to use tape on a bowling ball to visually track its roll and understand proper ball motion. By observing the tape, bowlers can identify tension in their arm, improve release, and better read lane conditions to make strategic adjustments.
Youth - Warm Up Drills
2:10
This video demonstrates warmup drills for youth bowlers to prepare their body and mind for competition while reducing injury risk. It covers exercises like arm circles, torso twists, knee raises, and lunges to loosen shoulders, back, legs, and hips before playing.
Your Instructor
National Bowling Academy Editors
Bonus Material
Bonus Materials available for download after purchase.
