Petanque is a lawn bowling-style game originally from France that is now popular in New Zealand. Players throw metal balls towards a small target ball on the ground, scoring points based on how close their balls land. The game can be played individually or in teams on any flat surface, using metal balls and a small target ball to roll or throw underhand towards. Benefits include it being accessible to all ages and genders, playable indoors or outdoors year-round, developing hand-eye coordination and strategic thinking skills.

1. Petanque Petanque comes originally from France but is now a popular social sport in New Zealand

4. The throw must be under arm – you can roll it

6. A small target ball.

7. String / Measuring tape.

10. Petanque can be played indoors or outdoors and all year round.

11. It can be played on just about any surface.

12. Petanque does not require extreme levels of fitness

13. It develops hand-eye co-ordination , thinking about tactics and strategies and teamwork.