Beginners Course
From Netherhall Archers
We run beginners courses on Tuesday evenings (times vary slightly because of light) lasting roughly 2 + 1/2 hours. The course is run over four sessions where we aim to have a ratio of two beginners to one instructor for the first two weeks, the following two weeks are practice sessions under supervision. Each course will have at least two qualified coaches running the sessions.
After the course, for insurance purposes, you will need to pay the compulsory yearly GNAS (Grand National Archery Society) fee [see below]. Hopefully, if you have enjoyed your sessions, you will know at this time whether you wish to continue with the sport and will be able to hire equipment with a view to coming along for more sessions and eventually join the Club. All the coaches hold an Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate within the meaning of Sections 115 and 116 of the Police Act 1997 issued by the Criminal Records Bureau.
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Juniors
Juniors under 14 must be accompanied at all times by a parent or other appointed adult.
We believe that when dealing with children and vulnerable adults, their welfare should always be of paramount importance. We are committed to providing an environment where young people can learn and participate in a sport free from harassment and abuse. All those people working with children have a moral responsibility to safeguard and promote a child's welfare. This club has therefore adopted the GNAS Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy to ensure peace of mind for both adults and children.
Venue
We shoot on the field behind the Marshall Sports Centre at Netherhall Upper School in Queen Edith's Way, Cambridge in the summer months and in the Sports Centre during the winter.
See How to find us for further details and maps.
Course content
Briefly we aim to cover the basics as follows:
- all aspects of safety regarding shooting and equipment
- basic positions - stance/posture, bow hand positions
- releasing of the string
- various alignment points
- safe ways of removing arrows from the target face
- stringing and taking down of a bow
- putting up and taking down targets
- advice on equipment
Equipment
We have training bows and associated equipment for use on the course which you are welcome to use subsequently (if they are not being used on a new course).
Cost
four Beginners' sessions - £35, the first three sessions include instruction.
Following completion of the beginners course, archers are invited to join the club. Annual membership details for Netherhall Archers can be found here
Please contact the Beginners co-ordinator (mailto:beginners@netherhallarchers.org.uk) for further information
