To all GSMBA clubs and members,
The ESMBA has been actively strengthening its relationship with the Bowls Development Alliance (BDA) — an organisation funded by Sport England that offers valuable support, training, and guidance to all bowling disciplines. We are pleased to share an important update from James Scoins, ESMBA Development Director, regarding an opportunity available to all affiliated clubs and members.
BDA’s Week of Learning – Free Webinars for Clubs
“As part of your ESMBA Membership, you are able to benefit from the BDA’s ‘Weeks of Learning’. These useful webinars cover a variety of topics to aid your club — from raising funds, to improving your social media presence and club website.”
The Week of Learning programme offers free online webinars for members of any club affiliated with:
- Bowls England
- English Indoor Bowling Association
- English Short Mat Bowling Association
- British Crown Green Bowling Association
If your club is not yet affiliated, please visit your National Governing Body’s website to find out how to join and gain access to these valuable resources.
📝 Registration for each webinar is open until the morning of the session.
You will receive an email with your session link and further information once you register.
🔗 Register here: https://bowlsdevelopmentalliance.com/week-of-learning/
📧 For help or enquiries:
Email: clubdevelopment@bowlsdevelopmentalliance.com
New South West Club Development Officer
We’re also pleased to share that the BDA has appointed a new South West Club Development Officer:
Molly Cousins
📧 mollycousins@bowlsdevelopmentalliance.com
📞 07557 819569
Molly is new to the role and is keen to support any County Association or Affiliated Club in the region. Please do extend a warm welcome and feel free to get in touch for support or guidance.
Contact Details
James Scoins
ESMBA Development Director
📞 07925 673303
📧 james@esmba.co.uk
🌐 www.esmba.co.uk
We encourage all clubs to take advantage of the support offered by the BDA — from practical training to one-to-one development advice. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Molly or James, and explore the resources available on the Bowls Development Alliance website.
