Archery 101
This course is open to all skill levels for target archery instruction.
Archers will learn about range safety, an archer’s stance, and shooting techniques, along with the general care of archery equipment. They will also be introduced to the USA NTS shot cycle.
Cost: $240 – 12 weeks
Ages: 6+ yrs old
Class Min # of Students: 4
Class Max # of Students: Niles – 16 St. Joe – 30
Class Prerequisites: None
Materials mandatory for class: None
Each student will be instructed in:
- Stretches for warming up specifically for archery.
- Determining eye dominance.
- Archery safety and range rules.
- Equipment used in archery.
- Terminology used in archery.
- How to and the importance of an archer’s stance, grip, draw and release.
- How to nock, draw, aim and shoot an arrow.
- Will be instructed on scoring and retrieving arrows.
- The history of archery.
- Be exposed to basic rules of competition and the etiquette of archery.
- How to stringing and unstringing a bow.
- Ways to continue Archery for its recreational, health, fitness and social benefits.

