Archery Course

Lesson 1 • Archery Safety Rules and Range Etiquette

Establishes non-negotiable safety protocols and range commands used at every shooting venue. Compliance with these rules is prerequisite to all live shooting practice.

Lesson 2 • Archery Equipment Overview

Identifies the main bow types and their components, plus arrow anatomy and accessory categories. Gives students the vocabulary needed for all subsequent equipment discussions.

Lesson 3 • History and Disciplines of Archery

Traces archery from ancient warfare to modern sport, covering Olympic, field, and 3D disciplines. Provides context for why technique standards exist today.

Lesson 1 • Bow Maintenance and Care

Covers routine inspection, string waxing, limb care, and safe storage practices. Regular maintenance extends equipment life and prevents mid-session failures.

Lesson 2 • Bow Assembly and Initial Setup

Step-by-step assembly of recurve and compound bows, including stringing and limb attachment. Students practice safe stringing techniques using a bow stringer.

Lesson 3 • Choosing the Right Bow

Covers draw length measurement, draw weight selection, and bow type suitability for different goals. Correct bow fit prevents injury and accelerates skill development.

Lesson 4 • Tuning Basics for New Archers

Introduces nocking point placement, center shot alignment, and tiller measurement. These adjustments ensure the bow launches arrows consistently before advanced tuning.

Lesson 1 • Foot Position and Stance Styles

Compares square, open, and oblique stances and explains when each is appropriate. Foot position directly influences body rotation and balance throughout the shot.

Lesson 2 • Hip, Torso, and Shoulder Alignment

Teaches neutral hip position, torso rotation limits, and shoulder plane alignment relative to the target. Misalignment here causes chronic accuracy errors and overuse injuries.

Lesson 3 • Bow Arm Position and Grip

Defines the correct bow arm extension angle, elbow rotation, and low-pressure grip technique. A relaxed, consistent grip eliminates torque-induced arrow deviation.

Lesson 1 • Anchor Point Consistency

Defines multiple anchor references—thumb, string, and kisser button—and how to verify them every shot. A fixed anchor is the single most important factor in vertical consistency.

Lesson 2 • Drawing and Loading the Back Muscles

Explains the sequence of engaging shoulder blade retraction before arm pull to load the back correctly. Back tension is the engine of a powerful, consistent draw.

Lesson 3 • Nocking the Arrow Correctly

Covers index fletching orientation, nocking point placement, and click confirmation. Correct nocking is the first step toward a consistent shot and prevents arrow fall-off.

Lesson 4 • Drawing Hand and Finger Placement

Teaches Mediterranean and three-finger-under hook styles, finger pressure distribution, and wrist alignment. Proper hook prevents string pinch and enables a clean release.

Lesson 1 • Understanding Sight Mechanics

Explains how pin sights, aperture sights, and scope sights work and their appropriate applications. Understanding sight mechanics prevents incorrect adjustments that worsen accuracy.

Lesson 2 • Multi-Distance Sight Marks

Teaches how to establish and record sight marks for multiple distances and interpolate between them. Multi-distance marks are essential for field and outdoor target competition.

Lesson 3 • Setting Up and Zeroing a Sight

Step-by-step process for mounting, rough-zeroing, and fine-tuning a sight at a known distance. Students practice the chase-the-arrow rule for efficient sight adjustment.

Lesson 1 • Reading Arrow Groups on the Target

Teaches how to interpret group location, spread, and pattern to identify the root cause of errors. Group analysis is the primary feedback tool for self-coaching.

Lesson 2 • Scoring Systems and Target Faces

Explains standard scoring rings, target face sizes, and how scores are recorded in different formats. Understanding scoring motivates deliberate practice and competition preparation.

Lesson 3 • Blank Bale and Close-Range Drills

Uses blank bale practice at very short range to isolate technique without aiming pressure. These drills rebuild muscle memory for correct execution before distance is reintroduced.

Lesson 4 • Wind and Environmental Adjustments

Covers reading wind direction and speed, applying hold-off, and adjusting for rain and temperature. Environmental awareness is essential for outdoor competition accuracy.

Lesson 1 • Compound Bow Cam Timing and Peep Alignment

Covers cam synchronization, peep sight rotation, and draw stop adjustment for compound bows. Correct cam timing ensures maximum energy transfer and consistent draw stop.

Lesson 2 • Bare Shaft and Walk-Back Tuning

Uses unfletched arrows and walk-back groups to verify spine match and rest position independently. These methods confirm tune at distance rather than just at close range.

Lesson 3 • Stabilizer Systems and Weight Tuning

Explains front bar, side rod, and V-bar configurations and how weight placement affects bow balance. Proper stabilization reduces torque and dampens vibration for cleaner shots.

Lesson 4 • Advanced Paper Tuning

Interprets paper tear patterns to diagnose nock height, center shot, and spine issues simultaneously. Paper tuning is the fastest diagnostic tool for identifying multiple setup problems.

Lesson 1 • Competition Formats and Rules

Surveys target, field, 3D, and indoor competition formats, including timing rules and equipment divisions. Knowing format rules prevents disqualification and enables strategic planning.

Lesson 2 • Match Play and Head-to-Head Strategy

Explains the set system used in Olympic-style elimination rounds and psychological tactics for match play. Match play requires different risk management than cumulative scoring rounds.

Lesson 3 • In-Competition Decision Making

Covers sight adjustment decisions, pacing across ends, and responding to adverse conditions mid-round. Tactical decisions during competition can recover or protect a score.

Lesson 4 • Pre-Competition Preparation Routine

Builds a structured warm-up, equipment check, and mental activation sequence for competition day. A consistent pre-competition routine reduces performance variability under pressure.