Lesson 1 : Etiquette and basic rules
Etiquette and basic rules , the first step in "how to play petanque" We have a new online course , courtesy of Tom Bricca Adapted for use from "the Epping Petanque Club Training Manual"
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Lesson 2:Basic guidelines and choice of boules
Playing distances , Size of jack and throwing circle and different weight and size of boule.Full story
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Lesson 3: Holding the boule and throwing
Lesson 4: Pointing
The aim of the game of Pétanque is simple, playing pétanque is placing your boule nearer to the jack and keeping your opponents boule away. To start, pointing should be the focus of your beginning lessons. Shooting skills are usually developed after you’ve mastered you pointing skills.
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Lesson 5: Pointing styles
Lesson 6: Excercises
Various excersises to perfect your skills at petanque. Full story
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