There are some major dos and don'ts when it comes to bowling lane etiquette. They include: Do's Get the proper gear. It is considered a major breach of bowling lane etiquette to wear street shoes on the lanes. Make sure to have on the proper shoes. Get rentals if you don't have your own. Street shoes can damage the lanes and disrupt the oil pattern on them (not to mention the fact many are not designed to handle the slick surface). Shoes Having the right kind of shoes in bowling is an advantage. Shoes which are rented in bowling alleys can distract a player because of their improper size. Some rented shoes are itchy and this can further distract the player. There is other equipment that is available for bowling fanatics: -Bowling pins -Bowling gloves -Bowling bags One must remember that having the right equipment is not the key to true success in bowling. It s not safe to practice the release, however, as a bowling ball will easily roll straight through walls if you miss your target! Not to mention you ll ruin the surface of your ball. When practicing at home, mark your foul line and arrows in masking tape or other material that will not damage your floor. They are because of the gliding motion one makes when approaching the lane and releasing the ball. Regular tennis shoes cannot give that glide. In fact, when it comes to bowling shoes, each shoe is designed differently as they function independent of each other. One shoe is glossy smooth so it gives the bowler a flawless glide. A beginner should practice often if he would like to excel in bowling. Bowling requires the players to master many movements and styles. It is only through continuous practice that one can master the game of repetition. There may be good and bad moves in bowling, but that do not mean that a bad performance will limit a person. Other players will tuck their "pinky" finger under the ball to add force and support when releasing it. 3. The player needs to focus on the lane and concentrate where he wants it to cross. He can make use of the arrow markings of the lane to help him visualize where he would like the ball to roll.