Beginners Courses
- Learn to shoot at Rushgreen Bowmen -
We are passionate about growing our sport welcoming new members! We have a proud tradition of running several beginners courses throughout the year.
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Each course runs for four consecutive weeks.
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Winter: Friday evenings from 7pm until 9pm.
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Summer: Fridays 6pm until dark.
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To ensure continuity and no overlapping of courses, participants must be able to commit to attending all four nights.
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Courses currently cost £50 per participant which is payable on the first session. This includes all the equipment you will need and the full 8 hours of training/coaching/shooting for the four sessions. .
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We can accept juniors from the age of 10, as long as all under 18s are accompanied by a responsible adult at all times
Weeks 1 -2
During the first two weeks you will be introduced to the basic elements of a recurve bow, setup, safety, stringing and de-stringing the bow, and be taught to shoot with a traditional technique where the hand holding the string (anchor) aligns with the cheek. During week 2 this may transition to the more correct anchoring-under-chin technique seen during the Olympics, in addition to the use of a sight. These sessions are the foundations of getting the basics right.
Weeks 3 - 4 will primarily focus on maturing this technique transition and putting further focus on good form, alignment and technique. These are the sessions the greatest improvement is seen. All archers coaching are experienced and know what to look for, these sessions will provide more focus to your form individually.
Weeks 3 - 4
After Completion
We would be delighted if you decide to join the club after completing a course, it's where all members began.
We ask that you obtain your own equipment within a month of course completion, this is so that equipment can be used for upcoming beginners courses. Further, many parts of the equipment must be tuned to the archer, for instance arrow length, draw weight, finger tab size and preference. The details of why this is can be seen on the equipment/ tuning page.
Do please go to a professional shop (such as Merlin Archery in Rettendon) for proper advice as equipment requirements are very specific and mistakes can be costly.
Clothing Requirements:
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It is advisable that you wear flat shoes and clothing appropriate to the time of year. Layers are best when shooting outdoors, especially a thermal 'base' layer as it can get quite chilly out on the playing fields.
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Please do not wear clothing with baggy or loose sleeves as this will interfere with the bow string. A close fitting top, preferably sleeveless is best. If you have long hair it is best to tie it back.
Still Not Sure?
If you're still not sure or if you have any questions you would rather discuss face to face, come along to one of our Friday practice nights. You can see what goes on, have a chat with our members, and time permitting maybe even have a quick go.