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Master your archery form quickly with these official Drills and Skills exercises. Once these Drills & Skills are Introduced, Learned, and Mastered, you can receive an optional bronze, silver and gold ASAP medal! As each highlighted Skill is Mastered, you can receive an optional award.

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Drills & Skills Stringing a Recurve Bow Arrow Patterns Scoring a Target Archery Organizations Parts of a Bow

Practice these Drills at home as often as you can and you will find yourself becoming a better archer every time you shoot. To get the most out of these Drills, stand in front of a mirror first without a bow, then using a string loop and/or a stretch band so you can see that you are in the proper position and making the proper motions. You can also have a parent or someone watch you to make sure that you are doing the Drills correctly.

Drills & Skills Check-list PAGE

DRILL/SKILL

Basic I 4-5

INTRODUCED (Bronze)

LEARNED

MASTERED

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Safety Rules and Procedures

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Arrow Pulling Skill

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1-2-3 Alignment Drill

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1-2-3 Release Motion Drill

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Nocking the Arrow

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Stance and Posture ( *)

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Side of Face Anchor ( *)

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Bow Hand Position Drill & Skill ( *)

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Setting the Hook Drill & Skill ( *)

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Elbow Rotation Drill

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Release Motion Skill ( *)

Basic II 16

Finger Release Drill

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Finger Release Skill ( *)

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Elbow Rotation Skill ( *)

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Aiming without Bowsight Skill

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Posture and Alignment Skill ( *)

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Four-Step Shot Sequence Drill

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Shot Sequence Skill(*)

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Under the Chin Anchor Skill ( *)

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String Alignment Skill Aiming with Bowsight Skill

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SAfETY RuLEs ANd PROCEdURES Introduction Before learning to shoot, all archers must know and understand the safety rules and procedures that are used for the class.

Technique Follow the rules and procedures that are taught by the instructor at your first archery class. Standard rules and procedures are listed on the following page. These rules may be a little different at the range where you shoot. Learn the archery range rules , procedures and commands for where you shoot and always obey your archery instructor. When you come to archery practice, be prepared to shoot in clothes that are snug enough not to interfere with the string. In colder weather, you might try to wear long sleeve thermal undershirts. Be prepared to tie back long hair and remove any jewelry or other items that might interfere with the path of the string.

Accomplishment Introduced- You have attended the first class and heard all of the rules. LearnedYou know the rules and procedures . Mastered- You always follow the rules and procedures at the archery range.

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Standard Archery Range Rules 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Know and obey all archery range commands. Keep your arrows in your quiver until you are told to shoot. Always wear your arm guard and finger tab. Only use the arrows the instructor gave you. what they look like. Always keep your arrows pointed down or towards the target. Shoot only at your target. Only release the string at full draw when there is an arrow on the bow. If you drop an arrow, leave it on the ground until you are told to get your arrows.

Archery Range Whistle and Voice Commands Two Blasts - "Archers to the shooting line." One Blast- "Begin shooting ." Three Blasts- "Walk forward and pull your arrows." Four or More Blasts (series of blasts)- "STOP SHOOTING Immediately and put your arrows in your quiver."

Archery Range Procedures Stand behind the waiting line until you hear 2 whistles or "Archers to the shooting line." Pick up your bow and straddle the shooting line. Keep your arrows in your quiver until you hear 1 whistle or "Begin shooting." After you have shot all your arrows, step back from the shooting line , set your bow on the rack, and wait behind the waiting line. After everyone is done shooting and behind the waiting line, the instructor will blow the whistle 3 times. "Walk forward to get your arrows ... Stop at the target line."

Pulling Your Arrows Two archers at a time , from each target, may go forward from the target line to pull their arrows. Stand to the side of the target and make sure that no one is standing behind your arrows. Pull your arrows out one at a time, and put them in your quiver. After you have pulled all of your arrows, return to the waiting line. 5

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PulliNC1 Skill Introduction Since many of the arrows in a target are at face level, careless archers can get hit by the back of the arrow when someone else is pulling their arrow from the target. Follow proper procedures to prevent accidents and to make sure the arrows are not bent or broken when being pulled out of the target.

Technique When you move forward to the target, stop at the Target Line. One or two archers at a time from each target may go forward to pull their arrows. Stand to the side of the target. Make sure that no one is standing behind your arrow. Pull your arrows out one at a time. Put one hand on the target face next to the arrow, grab the arrow as close to the target as possible, and pull it straight out. Place each arrow in your quiver or on the ground before pulling the next arrow. If an arrow es partially through the target, where the feathers cannot be seen, pull the arrow out from the back of the target, continuing in the direction that it was shot. This will avoid excessive damage to the feathers. If the arrow has "snaked" under the grass where the feathers are covered, you should also pull it out in the same direction that it was shot. Be carefu l not to lift up on an arrow that is stuck in the ground since that could break it.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand how to pull arrows correctly. LearnedYou can demonstrate how to pull your arrows correctly. Mastered- You always follow procedures for pulling arrows. 6

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Introduction The 1-2-3 Alignment Drill helps you get the feel of being in the proper shooting position at full draw.

Technique Maintain your stance and posture throughout this drill. Stand up straight, with your arms relaxed at your sides, palms towards your legs, and your head facing straight in front of you.

#1 : Raise arms to form a ''T".

Shoulder Shrug Exercise: Raise your shoulders up towards your ears, then push your fingertips down towards the ground. Repeat several times, then begin the 1-2-3 Alignment Drill.

#2: Turn your head towards the target. #3: Bring drawing hand to your face and maintain your alignment.

1 -While keeping the feeling of pushing your fingertips towards the ground, raise your arms straight up to form aT, palms facing down. Shoulders, ribs and chest should stay down. 2- Turn your head towards the target, keeping it straight up and over the center of your body. 3- Bring your drawing hand to your face by bending the elbow while maintaining your alignment. This is the feeling you should have at full draw. The chest is perpendicular to the target face, your shoulders and chest are down, and your body is in aT position.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand each step. LearnedYou can follow each step and repeat the drill. Mastered- You can repeat the drill perfectly while standing up straight, keeping your shoulders and chest down and relaxed, and remaining in proper alignment while bringing your hand to anchor.

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1-2-) RELEASE MoTioN DRiLL

(WiTHOUT Bow, THEN wiTH STRiN(1 Loop oR STRETCH BANd) Introduction The 1-2-3 Release Drill will help you learn the proper motion and direction of the release and a proper follow through.

Technique From the "1-2-3 Alignment Drill", go through the release motion on the count of three. From the full draw position, count "1-2-3". On "3", move your release hand along the side of your face to under your ear, simulating the motion of the release and follow through. The fingers of your drawing hand should remain relaxed, and your hand should remain in with your face and neck. Follow the jaw line throughout the motion, finishing with the fingers touching your neck, just below your ear. First learn this drill without any aids, then learn the same motion using a string loop or stretch band. Practice while looking in a mirror to make sure your hand follows the motion as shown in the pictures. Practice this drill as often as you can at home.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the motion. LearnedYou can repeat the motion consistently without an aid . Mastered- You can repeat the motion with a stretcih band or string.

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Introduction You'll need to find a quick and easy way to nock your arrow on the string. The arrow must be nocked properly every time.

Technique Start by resting your bow with the lower limb tip on the toe of your shoe. Pull an arrow out of your quiver holding it near the nock, using your thumb and index finger. Place the arrow on top of the arrow rest, and snap the nock on to the string, below the nock locator. Make sure the nock is snug against the nock locator. The odd-colored feather should be facing you, or away from the bow. Keep your bow hand fingers off the arrow shaft while nocking the arrow.

Accomplishment Introduced- You have seen a demonstration and have nocked your own arrow. LearnedYou can nock your own arrow without any help from the instructor. Mastered- You nock your arrow properly every time you shoot.

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STANCE ANd POSTURE (WiTH

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Introduction A good stance and proper posture set up the foundation for good shooting technique and greater stability. For beginners, a square stance helps align the body with the target. Later, you may change to a more open stance.

Technique Place one foot on each side of the shooting line with your feet shoulder width apart. Keep your feet in the same place until you are done shooting your arrows. Throughout the shot, keep your bottom tucked under your body and your chest and ribs down. Tilt your entire body slightly forward so you have 10%20% more of your weight on the balls of your feet than on your heels.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand proper stance and posture. LearnedYou can demonstrate proper stance and posture. Mastered- You are able to repeat and maintain proper stance and posture every time you shoot.

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SidE-of-FAcE ANcHoR SkiLL (WiTH Bow)

Introduction The anchor is important because it determines where the arrow is pointed. Anchoring on the side of the face with your first finger on the corner of your smile is appropriate for beginners. This anchor is easy to find and repeat, and places the line of the arrow near the eye for easy aiming.

Technique At full draw, place the first finger of your drawing hand on the corner of your smile. Pull your hand in snug to your face. Keep the back of your hand and fingers relaxed while coming to the anchor position. Make sure the anchor is in the correct place and your hand is held firmly against your face.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand how to anchor correctly. LearnedYou can demonstrate proper anchor position. Mastered- You anchor consistently on the side of your face while shooting.

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Bow HANd

Form a "Y" with your fingers and thumb.

PosiTioN DRill & Skill Introduction There is one common bow hand position that is used by all of the top archers in the world. This bow hand position aligns the bones of the arm right behind the force of the bow, and allows for good and a relaxed bow hand.

Technique Start by raising the bow arm and holding your bow hand out towards the target. Make a "Y" with your fingers and your thumb, and then allow your fingers to relax. Your hand should end up with your knuckles at a 45-degree angle and your thumb pointed towards the target. The pressure of the bow grip should be centered as shown.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the explanation and can practice the drill. LearnedYou are able to demonstrate proper bow hand position . Mastered- You are able to consistently set your bow hand in the proper position while shooting.

Allow fingers to relax.

Front view of proper bow hand on bow. Grip pressure point is depicted in blue.

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Hook DRill & Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction This drill helps you learn to place the fingers on the string and keep your string hand relaxed.

Technique The string should go in or behind the first groove of the first three fingers. Keep your fingers, the back of your hand and your wrist as relaxed as possible throughout the shot. Look to see that the string is placed on your fingers and that your fingers are placed on the string in the same location every time.

"3 Fingers Under" hook for beginning archers

A great way to practice relaxing your string hand is with a heavy bucket or a book bag. Hook your fingers around the handle of the bucket or the top loop of a book bag. Let it hang by your side, keeping your entire hand relaxed, except for the muscles you need to maintain the hook.

Skill Now try the same thing while shooting your bow. Keep your hand and arm relaxed, from the hook all the way to the elbow.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand explanation and how to practice the drill. LearnedYou are able to demonstrate proper string hand position. Mastered- You are able to consistently set your hook in the proper position while shooting.

"Split Finger" hook for intermediate archers

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Elbow RoTATioN DRill Introduction To allow better alignment of the body, and a stronger bow arm and shoulder position, you will learn to rotate your elbow out of the path of the string.

Technique Hold your hand against a door edge, and practice rotating your bow arm by rotating your upper arm clockwise (RH) until the inside of the arm is straight up and down. Make sure to keep the shoulder down and back. Keep your bow hand in the proper position, with your palm down and your knuckles at a 45 degree angle.

Hold door edge with bow hand.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the explanation and how to practice at home. LearnedYou are able to demonstrate proper bow arm position - with elbow rotated to the proper position. Mastered- You are able to rotate your bow arm to the proper position without any help.

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MoTioN Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction After you have mastered the 1-2-3 Release Motion Drill with a string or stretch band, you can begin working on your release motion while shooting a bow.

Technique When you release the string, your hand should move back in the same motion that was learned in the 1-2-3 Release Motion Drill. The fingers of your drawing hand should remain relaxed, and your hand should remain in with the face and neck throughout the motion, finishing with your fingers still touching the neck, just below your ear. With a proper release, you should feel as if the string went through your fingers, as the string pushes your fingers out of the way.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand proper release motion with a bow. LearnedYou can release the string and follow through correctly. Mastered- You can release the string and follow through consistently, keeping your fingers relaxed, your hand on your face and finishing under your ear.

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Introduction One of the most important techniques to learn in shooting is releasing the string in the smoothest way possible.

Technique Hold the top limb with your bow hand about 12 inches from the top limb tip and hook your fingers around the string also 12 inches from the top of the string. While looking at your release hand , allow the string to leave you r fingers by relaxing your hand . The string should feel as if it has gone through your fingers, or pushed your fingers out of the way. Your fingers should remain curled and relaxed as if they were still on the string. If you see your fingers open or straighten, continue the drill until they remain curled and relaxed. When you release the string correctly, bring the string up to your face so you can release near your anchor. Make sure you followthrough as in the 1-2-3 Release Motion Drill. Another excellent way to practice this drill is with a stretch band, a string loop, or by "hooking" the finger on your opposite hand. Look at your hand in front of you, and practice a relaxed release as described above. Using a bucket or book bag as shown in the "Setting the Hook Drill" (page 13) you can practice letting the string go through your fingers by relaxing your hand and letting the bucket or bag drop.

Accomplishment Introduced- The drill has been demonstrated to you and you know how to practice it. LearnedYou can repeat the drill using each of the above methods. Mastered- Your fingers remain relaxed and curled as the string pushes them out of the way through each of the above methods.

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FiN~ER RELEASE Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction After you have mastered the Finger Release Drill, try to get the same feeling while shooting the bow.

Technique While drawing the bow, make sure you keep your fingers, hand and arm from the string to the elbow relaxed as you move your hand into the anchor position. Release the string by totally relaxing your fingers, allowing the string to push them out of the way while continuing the drawing motion. Your release hand should continue straight back naturally following the path learned in the 1-2-3 Release Motion Drill (see Page 9).

Accomplishment Introduced- You have mastered the Finger Release Drill and the 1-2-3 Release Motion Drill, and have begun to focus on the release motion while shooting. LearnedYou can release the string keeping the fingers relaxed and following the proper motion. Mastered- You consistently release the string properly.

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Elbow ROTATiON Skill Introduction After mastering the Elbow Rotation Drill (page 13), it is time to practice it with your bow.

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Technique Begin practicing by shooting up close at a blank bale. When you set your bow hand position and hook, rotate your elbow into the correct position. Look again after you have raised your bowarm to make sure that the inside of your elbow is straight up and down. Keep watching the bow arm as you draw to make sure that it remains in this position throughout the rest of the shot.

Accomplishment Introduced - You understand bow arm rotation with a bow and have begun to practice it on a blank bale. LearnedYou can raise your bow arm, draw the bow and shoot while keeping your bow arm rotated in the proper location. Mastered- You consistently keep your bow arm rotated while shooting at a target.

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AiMiN~ WiTHOUT A Bow Si~HT Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction While most new archers just point their arrows at the target, a definite system of aiming will always be more accurate. Without a bow sight, you can use the "Point of Aim" method. Always keep your focus on your shooting form. That's what makes your arrows group consistently.

Technique The "Point of Aim" method uses the point of the arrow as a sight. When at full draw, look to see where the point of the arrow is in relation to the target center. If the arrow goes high when you shoot, move the point of aim down on the target face or towards the shooting line on the ground. If the arrow shoots left or right, adjust the point to the left or right. You will have to find a different point of aim for each distance. As you move back, the point will move up the target. At some point you will be at a distance where the point of the arrow is in the middle of the target. This is called "Point On". As you move back further, the arrow point will be above the target.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the Point of Aim method. LearnedYou can demonstrate the Point of Aim method, moving your groups to the middle of the target. Mastered- You can move groups to center of the target as distances change.

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POSTURE ANd

ALiGNMENT SkiLL (WiTH Efow)

Rear elbow is even, or slightly higher, than the arrow.

Introduction For the students who have mastered the 1-2-3 Alignment Drill (page 7), now it is time to practice the skill with a bow.

Technique At full draw, you should be in the same position as you learned in the 1-2-3 Alignment Drill, standing up straight, with your shoulders down, pointing your bow arm shoulder towards the target. Make sure you stand up straight as you raise and draw the bow back to anchor, keeping your chest down and your bottom tucked under. Your head should remain in place directly over your body through the motion.

Accomplishment Introduced- You have mastered the 1-2-3 Alignment Drill and understand the Alignment Skill. LearnedYou can stand at full draw with your shoulders and chest in proper alignment. Mastered- You consistently remain in proper alignment while shooting the bow.

Back muscles are helping to hold bow at full draw.

Bow hand is relaxed and barely gripping the bow.

Bow is held straight up and down.

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Ali~NMENT Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction It is important to line up the string with the center of the bow, or next to the sight ring if there is one. This keeps the arrow in a line pointed towards the target and reduces left and right errors.

Technique Line the string up with the center of the bow (or sight ring) as you begin to draw. Maintain your string alignment while drawing the bow and through the final shot process. Keep your anchor in place while trying to find your string alignment. String alignment is found by turning the head while pivoting on the stringkeeping the anchor snug. Make sure the string stays on the center of your nose, and not off to the side.

Accom pi ish ment Introduced- You understand string alignment. LearnedYou can achieve proper string al ignment. Mastered- You can find and use string alignment on every shot.

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FouR-STEp SHoT SEqUENCE DRill (WiTHOUT Bow) Introduction There are four major steps in shot preparation and execution. Each of these steps puts together previously taught drills and skills into a sequence .

Technique The steps are Set, Raise, Draw to anchor and Release. You should practice at home in front of a mirror without a bow, and then with a stretch band, following the pictures in your handbook.

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Set - First prepare for the shot by setting the proper stance and posture. Set the bow hand and string finger hook.

Raise- While keeping your shoulders and chest down, raise your arms together, pointing your bow shoulder towards the target. The drawing arm and arrow should be near nose level, parallel to the ground, with the sight just above the target. Draw- While maintaining your posture and keeping your chest down, draw the bowstring back until your elbow is behind the arrow. Keep the string lined up down the center of the bow. Allow your bow arm and string hand to drop to anchor and sight level during the drawing action.

Release - Release exactly as learned in the Release Drills, and follow through until the arrow hits the target.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the Four Step motion. LearnedYou can demonstrate the Four Steps without a bow. Mastered- You can repeat the Four Steps correctly and consistently without a bow, and with a stretch band. 22

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FouR-STEp SHoT SEqUENCE Skill (WiTH Bow)

Set Introduction You will repeat the Four-Step Shot Sequence Drill with a bow and arrow.

Technique The steps are Set, Raise, Draw to anchor and Release.

Set - First prepare for the shot by setting the proper stance and posture. Nock the arrow, set the bow hand and string finger hook. Raise- While keeping your shoulders and chest down, raise your arms together, pointing your bow shoulder towards the target. The drawing arm and arrow should be near nose level, parallel to the ground, with the sight just above the target. Draw- While maintaining your posture and keeping your chest down, draw the bowstring back until your elbow is behind the arrow. Keep the string lined up down the center of the bow. Allow your bow arm and string hand to drop to anchor and sight level during the drawing action. Release - Release exactly as learned in the Release Drills, and follow through until the arrow hits the target.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the "Four Steps" and how to practice it. LearnedYou can demonstrate the "Four Steps" with your bow. Mastered- You have mastered the "Four Steps"- completing the shot process correctly and consistently every time .

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UNdER-THE-CHiN ANcHoR Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction The "under the chin" anchor is the most common anchor used by international recurve competitors. This anchor gives the most points, and allows for a higher trajectory of the arrow for shooting longer distances.

Technique Draw the string straight back until it touches the front of your chin and the tip of your nose, with your drawing hand slightly below the jaw. Then bring the drawing hand up firmly against your jaw bone. The string should be firm against the front of the chin, slightly to the side and lightly touching the tip of the nose. Make sure the drawing hand and fingers stay relaxed and you keep your alignment while anchoring.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand how to anchor correctly. LearnedYou can demonstrate proper anchor position. Mastered- You anchor consistently under your chin while shooting.

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AiMiN(1 WiTH A Bow Si[1HT Skill (WiTH Bow) Introduction A bow sight is commonly used by archers in almost every style of archery. It is attached to the bow and is adjustable for up and down (elevation) and left and right (windage). The sight setting is different for everyone, so you will have to learn to "sight-in" your own bow.

Technique Focus on your shooting form and technique. Aiming does not make the arrow go in the middle, only good shots will do that. Aiming is just a reference to center your groups on the target. Look through the sight ring at the center of the target. The ring will automatically center. There will always be some movement of the sight. This is normal and should be expected. With practice , the motion will become smaller, but will never go away completely. To adjust the sight, move it in the direction that the arrows are grouping. If the arrows are grouping high , move the sight up. If the arrows are grouping to the right, move the sight to the right.

Accomplishment Introduced- You understand the aiming process. LearnedYou can adjust your sight in the correct direction and move your groups on the target. Mastered- You can adjust you r sight and center groups at any distance whenever you shoot. 27

STRiNqiNq A RECURVE Bow Every recurve bow archer will eventually need to learn how to string and unstring their recurve bow. Modern limbs are made from laminates of wood and synthetic materials and can twist if strung without a "bowstringer." A proper bowstringer aligns the limbs as they are drawn back to string the bow. Bowstringers come in a variety of styles, according to their manufacturer. They have a few things in common, however. All tend to have one or more pockets for the limb tips to rest in , and all safely position the bow away from your face. Read their instructions and use as directed. These photos show the correct way to safely string a bow using a cord stringer.

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ARROW PATTERNS If your arrows are all identical , and if you do everything exactly the same shot after shot, the arrows should hit in the same place every time. Here are some common reasons why they might not. When correcting you r shooting technique, always focus on how to do the skill correctly-visualizing the correct form from the Drills and Skills that you learned in this book.

High Arrows focus on: • Anchor consistent on mouth • Anchor snug under jaw • Proper bow hand position • Proper release motion • Nock arrow properly • Hook the string consistently

Left Arrows focus on: • Relaxed bow hand • Bow hand position • Keep release hand touching face • String .- • • • alignment .. • Keep bow ._ . . straight up and down. • Aim with right eye (RH archer)

Right Arrows focus on: • Bow hand position • Relaxed Bow Hand • String alignment • Follow through with bow arm • Keep eye on target through shot

Low Left Arrows focus on: • Make sure string clears clothing, shoulder and arm

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Low Arrows focus on : • Keep bow arm up during release and follow through • Keep head straight up over body • Maintain release motion and follow through • Stand up straight- keep proper posture • Hook string consistently

Low Right Arrows focus on: • Keep looking at the target during follow through • Keep bow arm up

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Tournaments

Scoring a Target Archery is generally shot in groups of arrows. Each group of arrows shot is called an "end ." An archery tournament is made up of a series of ends. Targets vary widely in colors, shapes and scoring, but popular paper targets used in recreation programs have 5 colors and score from 10 points for hitting the center to 1 point for hitting the outside ring . Targets are set up at specific distances according to the tournament rules. In the Olympics, 122cm targets (approx. 48") are set up 70 meters away. At that distance, the whole target appears no bigger than your thumbnail.

Archery tournaments sanctioned by national archery organizations are a great way to get involved in the sport. Your agency or club can sponsor a team to the event, which may be local or even nationwide. Local archery clubs can help you plan or conduct your own tournament. the national archery organizations on the next page for the names of clubs near you .

"How do I score?" Shoot 4 arrows for each "end" and fill out a scorecard (write down higher scores first) as you go until you 've shot all your ends. Add your End Scores together to make your Running Score ...... .like this:

END For your initial practice, you can set up targets as close as you like so you 're always successful hitting the target. You can move the targets back as you improve to increase the challenge. Scoring games are a great way to improve your form and confidence. Once you've mastered the 5-color paper target, you can move on to 3-dimensional foam targets that have the scoring circles molded in , or twocolor field targets. The choices are endless!

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WoRld of ARcHERY Organizations USA Archery is the official organization for Olympic Archery and is the U.S.A. member organization of FITA. USA Archery provides training and development programs to produce Olympic and World Champions. Young archers can set goals to earn a position as a resident athlete at the Olympic Training Center, represent the USA at International Competitions, or try out for the US Archery Teams. The Junior Olympic Archery Development Program and the College Division are governed by USA Archery and hold local , state, regional and national championships . www. USArchery.org

National Field Archery Association incorporates numerous styles of archery, w ith many equipment divisions, rounds, and age groups. The NFAA hosts indoor archery tournaments and sanctions numerous Field & 3-D Rounds each year. Popular league programs and mail matches are also sanctioned by the NFAA. The NFAA is a member of the International Field Archery Association . compete in regional and international competition such as the North American Field Archery Championships and the World Field Archery Championships sanctioned by the IFAA. www.FieldArchery.com.

Archery Shooters Association (ASA) are the primary organizations for 3-D Archery in the United States. They each host numerous 3-D tournaments , some with large Professional Divisions . www.ASAarchery.com National Archery in the Schools Program provides in-school physical education programs . www.ArcheryintheSchools.org National Alliance for the Development of Archery facilitates instructor training and program development. www. WorldArcheryCenter.com Archery Trade Association is the industry trade organization , and hosts a website where visitors can find local dealers , ranges , clubs and instructors . www.AcherySearch.com www.ArcheryTrade.org

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PARTS

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Recurve A recurve bow is known for the double curve of the limbs-first curving backward from the handle, then curving forward again towards the tips. This recurve form gives the bow a smoother release than the longbow.

Inexpensive recurve bows are often used in beginner archery programs due to their low cost and low maintenance. They are available in sizes rangng from 48" to 70", and in a wide number of draw weight options for different sized archers.

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Compound A compound bow combines the handle and limbs of a traditional bow with the mechanical advantage of wheels and cams. The bow draws back to a pre-set stopping point, at which , the oddshaped cam rotates to allow the bow to "let off'' a portion of it's draw weight. This sudden let-off makes the bow easier to hold at full draw. For example, a 501b compound bow may only take 201bs of pull to hold it at full draw.

Recurve bows are used in all forms of the sport. Highly modified recurve bows are the only type of archery equipment allowed in the Olympics .

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Field Archery

Compound bows bows come in a wide variety of styles , shapes, and features. They are usually much shorter than recurve bows or longbows.

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National Field Archery Association 800 Archery Lane Yankton , SD 57078 www.fieldarchery.com USA Archery 1 Olympic Plaza Colorado Springs, CO 80909 www.usarchery.org

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Olympic Archery Although only recurve bows are shot at the Olympic Games, compound and long bows are shot at all other USA Archery Events. Ask how JOAD, The Junior Olympic Archery Development program can help. Are you a future Olympic Archer?

3-0 Archery Test your skill on three-dimensional animal targets . Part of the fun (and the challenge) is in estimating how far away the target is . The Archery Shooters Association holds 3-D tournaments and many archery clubs host fun shoots with 3-D targets.

Indoor Archery Thanks to indoor archery we can shoot year-round ! Indoor archery classes, leagues, and tournaments are often hosted by local archery pro-shops, and recreation districts. Facilitated by-

National Alliance for the Development of Archery 24880 NW 16th Ave P.O. Box 249 Newberry, FL 32669 (352) 472-2388 phone (352) 472-2375 fax

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