Eleven enthusiastic beginners joined us this September for three sessions of learning, practice and fun, and a record number of sign-ups for club membership followed!
Led by our qualified coaches and supported by club volunteers, the course introduced the group, age from 10 to senior, to the foundations of safe, enjoyable archery. They began by getting to know the range, its layout and safety commands, before learning how to hold a bow and shoot using the barebow technique.
As the sessions progressed, the beginners developed their stance, draw, aim and release, moving on to freestyle shooting and learning to use a sight. Alongside plenty of shooting practice, they learned how to score, collect arrows safely, and set up and take down their bows. Some balloon shooting added a fun challenge and a chance to put their new skills to the test.
Range and equipment safety remained central throughout, with time also spent discussing equipment and what to expect as a club member.
A huge thank you to our coaches and volunteers for the time, patience and encouragement they gave to make the course such a success.
We’re delighted to welcome our new members, whose enthusiasm for learning all aspects of the sport has been wonderful to see. We look forward to supporting them as they build their confidence, develop their skills and discover everything archery has to offer.
We usually run beginners’ courses twice a year. If you’d like to find out about our next course or joining Ditchling Archery Club, please get in touch through our contact page.