Phil Yoakum’s Bowling Supply

The reviews honestly convinced me to come check Phil’s shop out. He has a great reputation and is very knowledgeable in his field. Plus, he comes off as someone you would want to have a beer with.
He helped me with my first ball and I can’t wait to get it on the lanes.

Phil is the consummate professional. Whatever your need may be for going to a pro shop, he’s an expert on the matter and will help you with the utmost courtesy and knowledge. He’s got a solid line of products and his prices are extremely reasonable. His shop might be a little out of the way, but it’s well worth it for the superior services Phil can offer, driven by a true passion for bowling.

Phil is the real deal. I’ve known him almost a decade as he used to have the pro shop at the old AMF lanes on Venice Blvd. He’s got a new place in Inglewood now and is still going strong. Phil has run a bowling pro shop in this city for 40 YEARS. Longest running pro shop owner in LA. Many people from my (
) bowling league come to him for lessons and gear and are never disappointed. By the way folks… if you pay with cash there is sometimes a 10% discount :). Tell him «The Cheese» sent you.
This man is a bowling Jedi. Chill, patient, and very dedicated to the game and his customers. You’d be doing yourself a disservice going anywhere else. Plus whatever he doesn’t have there in stock he’ll just order for you. If you order a ball when it arrives he’ll drill it and make sure it fits etc.
Thanks so much Phil, here’s to another 40 years!

Really nice comfortable feel inside the store, got two bowling balls custom drilled for me and my woman we are very excited to hit the lanes now.

Phil is very knowledgeable and helpful. Bought shoes this time but will return later to buy a ball!

This place is awesome. If you are looking for great service and quality supplies from a knowledgeable person, come here. Not only will you get a great price but also get some great bowling advice. We drove over and hour to get here and glad we did.

I’m an experienced bowler, and bought a ball and shoes from Phil last year. Phil gave me a great deal on an AMF Darkness, worked with me to get a good fitting pair of shoes (wasn’t easy for my short, narrow feet), and just did an amazing job drilling the ball. I’ve been tossing a bunch of 200+ games since.
More recently, I ran into Phil at the Bowl-​O-​Drome in Torrance, and found out about his new location in Inglewood. I dropped off my ball and shoes, and Phil removed accumulated oil from the ball and scoured the shoes clean. It’s like new again.
In summary, I can’t recommend Phil highly enough. He knows his craft.

Phil is old school and he can take care of all your bowling ball needs. A master at sizing and drilling. It is worth it to go out there, pick up a ball and have him do it for you. Sure you can buy a ball a little cheaper online — but will the drilling be right? the weight? the spin? Talk to the master.

Phil is the man! He knows his bowling equipment and is eager to assist bowlers of all skill ranges. 24hr turn around is possible on ball grillings. I wouldn’t dream of taking my equipment anywhere else.

Very knowledgeable and fitted my bowling ball very comfortably. Found out my sister and my friend knows him from Mar Vista bowling which he had a shop there over 40 years. Will definitely come back.

I’m glad Phil found a new home/​location and that I found him on Unilocal.Really sweet guy and put no pressure on «upgrades» to bowling balls I don’t need yet. Bowling balls was ready in under an hour! I can’t wait to test it out with my new league.

If you’re looking for a good pro shop, Phil’s is where you want to go. He is very knowledgeable and experienced. He’s also a very pleasant person to deal with who will help you find what you are looking for. His prices are extremely reasonable and can get the equipment for you quickly. His new location might be a little harder to find, but it is worth it!

Found Phil by accident on Unilocal and am so lucky I did. He is the absolute best. I am a beginner bowler in a league and it’s always intimidating to go into pro shops or even the bowling alley on league nights.
Phil made me feel right at home, took time to make sure he drilled my ball for a perfect fit, custom engraved it with my nickname and gave me some tips for my game. I went and tested it out right after I left and just with his advice my game improved immediately!
I loved him so much I took my fiancé back the next day to get his ball drilled. We couldn’t be happier.
His place is a bit hard to find so don’t be discouraged if you don’t see it on the first drive down the street. It’s there! Thanks, Phil!

I decided to get back into competitive bowling after several years away and wanted the personal touch of a pro to help set me back up. Having relocated from WI a few years ago I had no personal knowledge of pros in LA so I went to Phil on a recommendation from a former coworker and I’m extremely glad I did.
Phil was tremendously helpful and knowledgeable, and his passion for the sport shined throughout the experience. In addition to setting me up with a high-​end ball and bag for a reasonable price, he gave me the expert rundown of the local bowling scene I was hoping for and I’m now hoping to join him out there on the lanes ASAP both in league play and tournaments.
I’d absolutely recommend anyone in the LA area with bowling needs to check out Phil’s shop.

Phil’s a great guy, i drilled my first bowling ball here. he checked every measurements so that the holes fit perfectly. So glad to find this place, great guy and great service!

Phil is the best! I’ve been going to Phil for years for all of my bowling needs. Always so sweet and knowledgable and professional. Love the new location!