Tenpin Bowling Australia (TBA) is the National Sporting Organisation (NSO) for the sport of Tenpin Bowling in Australia and is the only body of the sport recognised by the Australian Sports Commission.
What is TBA Registration?
Join the Tenpin Bowling community in Australia!
As with other sports, regular participants in Tenpin Bowling must register with Tenpin Bowling Australia (TBA).
Approximately 100
TBA Registered centres across Australia
TBA Registered Centres
are certified to meet specific requirements
One Requirement
is to ensure their league bowlers register with TBA
What Type of Member are You?
There are three registration products that can be purchased
Junior Member
For individuals under 18 as of 1 January of the registration year.
League Member
For those aged 18 and over as of 1 January of the registration year.
Silver Upgrade
Ideal for those aiming for the stars!
This membership is for bowlers wishing to be part of the TBA Rankings, represent their state on a national stage, or join the National Training Squad.
To become a Silver Member, one must already have either a League or Junior membership and then upgrade.
Registration Models for Centres
Centres are provided with an option of two registration models to adopt
1. Traditional Registration
2. Lane Levy Registration
1. Traditional Registration
A large majority of TBA-registered centres opt for the traditional registration model.
How it Works?
League bowlers from a centre register their details either online or directly at the centre
Online Processing
Registering online? It’s a breeze!
This method provides instant registration, making it the quickest way to be set for the year!
In-Centre Processing
The Centre processes registration and sends details to TBA for updating of records.
Traditional TBA Registered Centres
2. Lane Levy Registration
Only a select few TBA registered centres go with the lane levy registration model.
How it Works?
For most centres, once a bowler completes nine games of league bowling at a centre, they’re automatically registered as TBA members through our partner portal – TenpinResults.
Alternatively, centres not utilising TenpinResults automation, provide TBA with data to update their records.
How much?
Centres using this model will inform bowlers about the TBA registration fee structure.
Please note, that online registrations aren’t available for leagues at Lane Levy registered centres.
Lane Levy TBA Registered Centres
Key Roles of TBA
Official Recognition
TBA is the sole and only body for the sport acknowledged by the Australian Sports Commission.
Rules and Governance
TBA oversees the sport’s rules in alignment with the International Bowling Federation (IBF).
Coaching Development
We ensure the continuous growth and accreditation of coaching programs, pathways, and qualifications.
Technical Conformity
TBA assures bowling centres adhere to the sport’s technical standards set by the IBF.
Tournament Accreditation
Each year, TBA certifies hundreds of tournaments, ensuring they align with official bowling rules, and providing members with tournaments to participate in with TBA Registration benefits.
National Championships
We organise championships for various age groups, including juniors, youths, adults, seniors, as well as bowlers with disabilities.
High-Performance Program & Team Selection
TBA takes pride in selecting national teams to represent Australia in World/Asian Championships and other global events. The National Training Squad (NTS) is the sport’s national High-Performance program that develops identified talent in the sport.
Collaborative Partnerships
TBA works hand-in-hand with government agencies, states/territories, proprietors, sponsors, and media outlets to elevate and publicise the sport.
Participation
TBA works with schools and registered centres coordinating Sporting Schools, Learn to Bowl programs, activations and initatives.
Join us in our mission to champion Tenpin Bowling across Australia! Your registration and involvement play a critical role in the sport’s ongoing success.
The Importance of TBA Registration
TBA registration is the lifeblood of Tenpin Bowling in Australia.
It supports our efforts to uphold, promote, and evolve the sport throughout the country.
