The clubs runs introduction to archery courses twice a year, typically in spring and autumn. The courses consist of 4 consecutive Sunday mornings at the club’s ground at Warlingham Park School, Chelsham. The aim of the course is to provide instruction in the art of shooting the bow, and an introduction to the sport of target archery.

The club has a number of members who have been trained as coaches by archery’s national governing body. The course content is predominantly hands-on, with all necessary equipment being provided. The cost for the course is £25 per person. A responsible adult must accompany children under 18.

Topics covered include:

• Welcome and introductions

• Safety

• Basic equipment

• Warm up exercises

• Basis shooting technique

• Archery etiquette

• Safety reminder

• Shooting under tuition

• Scoring

• Talk on other forms of archery

• Safety reminder

• Shooting under tuition

• Types of bow

• Discussion of recurring faults

• Review of advanced equipment

• Safety reminder

• Shooting under tuition

• Archery rounds and handicaps

• Mini competition

• Invitation to join club

• Advice on own equipment

If you are interested in details of the next course or would like further information, then contact membership@warlinghamarcher.co.uk