Lawn Bowls in Merimbula
Bowls News
Who doesn't like a bit of competition?
Bowls is a low impact sport which is skillful and a great way to give your body regular exercise whilst you challenge your brain.
If you aren’t as competitive in other sports as you would like to be then perhaps bowls is the game for you?
Club Sapphire, home of the Merimbula Dolphins, has one of Australia’s most competitive bowls programs having won multiple state and national titles over recent years.
The club is coached by former Australian skipper Michael Wilks and caters for all demographics. We currently have some of the state's best juniors, 40- to 60-year-olds, and seniors in both men’s and women's competition and are always looking for more people to join us. Membership is only $75 for the first year which includes expert coaching from Michael along with access to the club's state of the art equipment.
Roll ups and practice are available daily:
From 9.30am for members
From 10am for visitors
Subject to green availability
All people rolling up must sign the register located on the table between the greens. This register does not entitle them to access the main club, they must sign in at reception to use the facilities.
A fee of $5 applies to non Merimbula members wishing to use our bowls facilities, this can be paid to front reception.
Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday - 2pm & 4pm
Monday, Thursday & Saturday - 4pm
Cost: $16/adult, $10.50/child, $42/family.
(2 adults & up to 3 children).
For groups of 20 or more paying in a single transaction
it is $10.50/adult and $5.50/child.
A child is classified as anyone under 18 years of age.
Book online Below!
Booking times subject to change
Junior Bowls Academy
Membership to the Bowls Academy is $10 per year and includes use of equipment and coaching, Academy drink bottle, weekly giveaways and more. Extra coaching is available by appointment. Parents are encouraged to become involved with academy activities. The prime objective of this initiative is to create a fun, relaxed environment. To register just attend one of our registration days or contact our Bowls Development Officer, Michael Wilks on 6495 1306 or mwilks@clubsapphire.com.au.
2023/24
Women's Grade 4 Winners
2023 Pennant
What an era for our dynamic dolphins.
Grade 2 & 5 zone pennants taking the run to 15 in a decade.
The grade 2 state pennant title defence remains alive whilst our 5’s have the best story imaginable with an awesome group of people representing us brilliantly.
Congratulations also to our neighbours Tathra Beach Bowling Club on winning grade 3 and Bega on grade 4.
Far South Coast dominance!!
2022 Girls U18 Singles Champion Reese Finn-Young
Our very own Reese Finn-Young won GOLD in the Girls U18 Singles at the Australian Junior Championships
Reese Finn-Young, Merimbula's very first home grown winner of an Australian Bowling Championship, what a great achievement.
Massive congratulations to Reese, we are all so proud of you.
Tournament Dates 2025
Kitty's Merimbula Women's Pairs
Friday, 16th May to Sunday, 18th May 2025
Fortune Fours
Tuesday, 6th May to Thursday, 8th May 2025
Milestone Pairs
Friday, 9th May to Sunday, 11th May 2025
Please contact Club Sapphire on 02 6495 1306 or email michael.wilks@clubsapphire.com.au should you have any issues completing the forms.
Weekly Bowls Program
*Note: Roll ups subject to green availability and are for registered bowlers only. See Social Bowls schedule.
Monday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Social Open Triples 12.30pm. Smart casual.
Tuesday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Wednesday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Women's Social Bowls 10am-1pm. Smart casual.
Thursday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members,
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Men's Social Bowls triples 12.30pm-3.30pm. Smart casual.
Friday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Saturday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Mixed Social Bowls triples 12.30pm-3.30pm. Smart casual.
Sunday
Roll ups from 9.30am - Members
10am - Visitors (subject to green availability).
Pennants: February, March & April.
Bowls Management Committee
| President | Alan Simpson |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Maureen McArdle |
| Secretary | Judy Jahnke |
| Treasurer | Margaret Philistin |
| Men's Liaison | Damian Cooke |
| Women's Liaison | Alison Hof |
| General Committee | Greg Mallard |
Bowls Contact
Bowls Development Officer
Among the activities our members enjoy are annual functions like our presentation night. We also love to promote the game to the local community and enjoy the odd road trip.
Whilst our members love to enjoy the social side of the club we are also very proud of our on green achievements.