Coaching
Tenpin Ireland's coaching programme is developed in partnership with Sport Ireland Coaching and aligned with the European Tenpin Bowling Federation coaching framework.
Coaching Pathways
Level 1 — Introduction to Coaching
Foundation-level certification for those new to coaching tenpin bowling. Covers basic technique, safety, session planning, and working with beginners.
Level 2 — Club Coach
Intermediate certification for coaching at club and junior development level. Includes biomechanics, mental skills, and competition preparation.
Level 3 — High Performance
Advanced certification for coaching at national and international level. Sport science integration, performance analysis, and periodisation.
Coach Directory
Eoin Murphy
Level 3 — High Performance
Technical analysis, elite competition preparation
location_on Dublin
Sarah O'Brien
Level 2 — Club Coach
Youth development, safeguarding lead
location_on Dublin
Chris Sloan
Level 2 — Club Coach
Senior competition strategy, lane play
location_on Dublin
Aoife Kelly
Level 2 — Club Coach
Junior & cadet development, Sport Ireland certified
location_on Dublin
Paul Stott
Level 1 — Introduction
Beginner coaching, community sessions
location_on Dublin
Alan Bride
Level 1 — Introduction
Senior development, equipment selection
location_on Dublin
Upcoming Courses
Level 1 Introduction to Coaching
Leisureplex Blanchardstown, Dublin 15
8 hours — €50 (Sport Ireland subsidised)
how_to_reg Registering NowLevel 2 Club Coach — Weekend Intensive
ALSAA Bowl, Dublin Airport
3 weekends — €120
schedule Coming SoonResources
Oil Patterns Explained
How lane conditions work, reading pattern sheets, and TPI competition patterns
Arsenal Building Guide
How to build a versatile ball arsenal for any lane condition
Bowling Glossary
Definitions for bowling terms, specs, and equipment jargon
Sport Ireland Coaching
National coaching framework and CPD
Anti-Doping for Coaches
Clean sport obligations for support personnel
Contact Coaching Officer
Eoin Murphy — coaching@tenpinireland.ie