Lawn bowls is a great form of physical activity in addition to being a wonderful social activity for all ages and levels of ability. Lawn bowls develops skills and coordination, which not only improves fitness but assists in enhancing confidence and self esteem. Lawn bowls appeals to many people with a physical disability because they are able to compete equally against able-bodied participants. Whist it can be played on grass surfaces, it is mainly played on synthetic surfaces as this minimises damage to the green, thereby making it more accessible. No variation to the regular rules of lawn bowls is necessary. To prevent tyre marks being left on the bowling surface, the bowler's wheelchairs are fitted with wider than usual tyres.

More information on regulations
Information on regulations and about getting started playing Wheelchair Lawn Bowls is available from Sporting Wheelies and Disabled Association, either from their website www.sportingwheelies.org.au or from their Sports Programs Co-ordinator on (07) 3253 3333.