Thursday, April 30, 2015

Saturday May 2 only. No Sunday Sessions. "Soft Hands, Strong Back"

Saturday May 2nd Only-
No Sunday classes as we will be holding Level 1 instructor Training all day


Saturday Training: "Soft Hands, Strong back"

In this message:
Level 1 Archery Instructor Certification 
Sunday May 3, 9-6  
https://doodle.com/pzfpp963i5q5sher
(We will hold this training,and we have 6 or 7 at this point. Contact us via learnarchery@yahoo.com  if interested in attending. Must be age 15 and up) Details: http://www.learnarchery.com/ArcheryInstructorCertification.html

June Summer Camp dates set-
June 1 thru 5, 9:30-11:30, Pitner Road Park, Acworth. $155 .
https://doodle.com/iubtfpvnuasgq7qg
June 8 thru 12, 9:30 -11:30, Pitner Road Park, Acworth.  $155. https://doodle.com/92gu7fq78g5saigk
Others may also be offered!! Contact us for further info.


Saturday May 2
10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; "Open" Session- all levels

(please arrive by 10:15)

limited enrollment to 16

Must register on doodle link to participate: https://doodle.com/t5n8g2eq64qhfdu3

Saturday TRAINING: "Soft Hands, Strong Back"
We often talk about "Angular "Shooting, and using your back.
By thinking about your Draw hand as being "soft" and not acting as anything more than a three finger hook for the string, which is drawn by the strong back muscle, and coupling that with a soft "lean and press" rather than grasp or grab, for the bow hand handle, the archer will have the elements to initiate the "draw /Load" portion in the steps.
This week we will work on training by starting the bow into a more advanced position with the arrow or stabilizer at about 7 "o'clock  on the target face at "set" so we can open the bow and begin the angular rotation, pulling with the big back muscles, using "soft" hands.




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USA Archery memberships overview:
Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15) USA Archery  Membership Application
(Choose LEARN ARCHERY as your club affiliation)
JOAD (youth) or SOAD (adult) programs require USA Archery Full youth $35, OR adult $50 at the USA Archery website) membership, plus Learn Archery Club membership ($15) to earn pins and rank. Links below)
USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Membership Application
 Learn Archery JOAD/SOAD membership application
Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class

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Marietta Directions: 
DO NOT USE GPS AS IT WILL TAKE YOU TO WRONG SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
Our club training sessions are currently held at 585 Cobb Parkway S, 30060 Suite K,
 
 
From the south:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)will dump you going west toward Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design) look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
From the North:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)go right/ west to Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design); look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
 
 
Sessions ONLY for Existing students that have completed Orientation .
 

 
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To participate , Please sign up on the doodle with the time and session selected  if you have not already done so, for equipment and staff considerations. Bring your USA Archery membership card to participate in class (see requirements and links below)

Please arrive  early to gear up, and
sign in. This one hour class allows students to gear up & continue with training basics in safety and form .Coach supervised training includes recurve bow and all safety equipment. Continuing, ongoing instruction , accommodating various skill levels, covering: refining form, understanding equipment needs, equipment purchasing options, tournament rules, timing, string alignment, concentration, back tension.

-Class fee for open sessions as posted at the Marietta location is $15.00, check or cash.
-Put your sight on the bow to learn where it is set based on the distance you shoot, and check the left/ right position of the aperture.
-Wear snug fitting, layered clothing, light colors in summer, a belt needed if wearing a dress and using program equipment( must have closed toe shoes for out doors or can not shoot), tie loose hair back, and remove jewelry that may interfere with string release (usually bracelets, necklaces).

 
See you on the range!
Coach Jefflyne Potter
US Archery Level 3 N.T.S.Coach
Learn Archery; Atlanta Archery

Thursday, April 23, 2015

April 25th & 26th:"Keep the Beat-Bring a song

April 25th & 26th -Saturday/Sunday classes
"Keep the Beat"

In this message:

Level 1 Archery Instructor Certification 
May 3
https://doodle.com/pzfpp963i5q5sher
(We are assessing if we will hold this as a smaller group. Contact us via learnarchery@yahoo.com  if interested. Must be age 15 and up)

June Summer Camp dates set-
June 1 thru 5, 9:30-11:30, Pitner Road Park, Acworth. $155 .
https://doodle.com/iubtfpvnuasgq7qg
June 8 thru 12, 9:30 -11:30, Pitner Road Park, Acworth.  $155. https://doodle.com/92gu7fq78g5saigk
Others may also be offered!! Contact us for further info.


Training focus: Keep the beat
April 25
Saturday:10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; "Open" Session- all levels

(please arrive by 10:15)

limited enrollment to 16

Must register on doodle link to participate:
https://doodle.com/dwkzyxrik7f3z8qu

Agnes Scott College Orientation session follows at 1 pm

April  26 No 11:30 class
(Note:"Last Sundays" Orientation 1 pm precedes 3:30 class)


Sunday: 3:30 **pm -4:30 pm (please arrive by 3:15) Open Session, all levels
limited enrollment to 16, open session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate: 

https://doodle.com/y8uz6ykm2s2vfiyz

TRAINING: Keep the beat: Bring a song
Last week we scored, and our archers have done EXTREMELY well with the "training" all month, then Scoring on the third weekend.
The previous weeks mental focus training, with initial visualization, followed with multi dissident,conflicting songs, played simultaneously, then adding car horns and alarms, all helped put the centered focus back into the hands of the archer.

This week we will review timing with the aid of a song you like that you can keep in your head for beat.
Much like a drummer, you can control the rhythm of your shot sequence. Consistency = repeatability = tighter results.
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USA Archery memberships overview:
Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15) USA Archery  Membership Application
(Choose LEARN ARCHERY as your club affiliation)
JOAD (youth) or SOAD (adult) programs require USA Archery Full youth $35, OR adult $50 at the USA Archery website) membership, plus Learn Archery Club membership ($15) to earn pins and rank. Links below)
USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Membership Application
 Learn Archery JOAD/SOAD membership application
Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class

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Marietta Directions: 
DO NOT USE GPS AS IT WILL TAKE YOU TO WRONG SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
Our club training sessions are currently held at 585 Cobb Parkway S, 30060 Suite K,
 
 
From the south:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)will dump you going west toward Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design) look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
From the North:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)go right/ west to Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design); look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
 
 
Sessions ONLY for Existing students that have completed Orientation .
 

 
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To participate , Please sign up on the doodle with the time and session selected  if you have not already done so, for equipment and staff considerations. Bring your USA Archery membership card to participate in class (see requirements and links below)

Please arrive  early to gear up, and
sign in. This one hour class allows students to gear up & continue with training basics in safety and form .Coach supervised training includes recurve bow and all safety equipment. Continuing, ongoing instruction , accommodating various skill levels, covering: refining form, understanding equipment needs, equipment purchasing options, tournament rules, timing, string alignment, concentration, back tension.

-Class fee for open sessions as posted at the Marietta location is $15.00, check or cash.
-Put your sight on the bow to learn where it is set based on the distance you shoot, and check the left/ right position of the aperture.
-Wear snug fitting, layered clothing, light colors in summer, a belt needed if wearing a dress and using program equipment( must have closed toe shoes for out doors or can not shoot), tie loose hair back, and remove jewelry that may interfere with string release (usually bracelets, necklaces).

 
See you on the range!
Coach Jefflyne Potter
US Archery Level 3 N.T.S.Coach
Learn Archery; Atlanta Archery

Friday, April 17, 2015

This is a new Blog address-follow previous training threads at link in post below

We have shifted to this location for our blog. To review previous training threads from 2011 -2014 see
http:/learnarcherynews.blogspot.com
http://learnarcherynews.blogspot.com/

Blog Archive

SCORE: Saturday/Sunday April 18 &19th. 9 meter or 18 meter sessions

SCORE: Saturday/Sunday April 18 &19th. 9 meter or 18 meter sessions
 Marietta Location

SCORE!
(see notes below as to which session you may participate in.


"9 meters"
session with 60 cm face: available for youth, JOAD, OR adults not ready for the 18 meter distance (requiring the 40 cm face), and for all new students wishing to learn how to score.

"18 meters" available only for intermediate or advanced JOAD, OR adult archers, needing the 18 meter distance for rank. Both 40 CM and 60 CM faces.

Saturday 2 sessions Arrive early.
Saturday, April 18 2015
10:30 "18 meter only" session time: Limit 12
https://doodle.com/7yu34ezvgue2xbb3

1:00 pm "9 meter only" session time. Limit 16
https://doodle.com/tu2eqd2qpz2a7nsu

Sunday 3 Sessions Arrive early
Sunday April 19, 2015
11:30 "9 meter only" session time. Limit 16
https://doodle.com/75auayra7nnfcekn

2:00 "18 meter only" session time. Limit 12
https://doodle.com/txciud4qiqwv2zic

3:30 "9 meter only" session time. Limit 16
https://doodle.com/45is7fzuuurv56hy


"SCORE"
Each month, on the third weekend we score.
You MUST register on the doodle to attend the classes at the session slot for the distance you will shoot, for staff, equipment and space considerations..

At the Marietta range
In this message:

*Additional Class time slots added for Scoring weekend!

Parents, please share the class plan info with your students!!
New students-arrive early to  get your gear and set up.
Select a bow that has no sight, and "claim" it by adding a sight


New students learn to score, and how to play the game of archery at "9 meter session only.
Existing JOAD with full USA Archery membership and Learn Archery Club membership, may earn rank at either 9 meter or 18 meter session depending on rank needed.
Existing SOAD (Adult program) with full USA Archery membership and Learn Archery Club membership may earn rank at 18 meter session. Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class(join with links at bottom of this message)

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Archery Class Training Details: SCORE
BASICS:
Indoor distances are either 9 or 18 meters, with either a 60 or 40 cm face.
New students ( adult or youth) will be assigned 9 meter distances as this class is designed to offer the fundamentals of scoring, while providing continued training to enable students to progress to further distances.


Each month, on the third weekend we score.
Learn the ins and outs of what each ring is worth, the power of the lines that edge the rings, what arrows may help in a strategy to gain points, and learn how to keep score.
If students are a member of the Learn Archery & USA Archery JOAD/SOAD program, they can use this session to earn rank and pin awards. This continual "dry-run" makes scoring at a Tournament event more comfortable .
Youth are to learn how to do this, independent of parental supervision.

Scoring Class Basics:


  • Please arrive early to obtain and fill out your score card with name, distance, and date .
  • First scoring arrow begins at time slot of session. Arrive early  to have practice/sight-in shots.
  • In order to complete the 30 arrows for indoors, students must be geared up and on the line at start of class, with scorecard filled out and ready to go.
  • Those with their own arrows may shoot 6 arrows each end which will allow completion of scorecard if "on time" start.
  • Earning pins? must be both a USA Archery Youth, Adult or Family member & Learn Archery JOAD or SOAD member- print USA Archery membership card
  • Those seasoned JOAD SOAD members using program arrows will start with three arrows, unless class numbers permit 6 arrows each end. ( student may not finish in time allotted if using only 3 arrows).
  • New students focus will be to learn protocol, and how to complete the score cards, and will shoot 3 arrows per end (will not end with a completed a score card due to time considerations.) Adults not scoring at their appropriate distance of 18 meters with correct 40 cm size faces, or students not members of JOAD/SOAD and using program arrows will use 3 arrows each end for time considerations for those earning rank , and may not end with a completed card.

 

 
USA Archery memberships overview:
Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15) USA Archery  Membership Application
(Choose LEARN ARCHERY as your club affiliation)
JOAD (youth) or SOAD (adult) programs require USA Archery Full youth $35, OR adult $50 at the USA Archery website) membership, plus Learn Archery Club membership ($15) to earn pins and rank. Links below)
USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Membership Application
 Learn Archery JOAD/SOAD membership application
Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class
 
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Marietta Directions: 
DO NOT USE GPS AS IT WILL TAKE YOU TO WRONG SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
Our club training sessions are currently held at 585 Cobb Parkway S, 30060 Suite K,
 
 
From the south:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)will dump you going west toward Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design) look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
From the North:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)go right/ west to Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design); look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
 
 
Sessions ONLY for Existing students that have completed Orientation .
 

 
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To participate , Please sign up on the doodle with the time and session selected  if you have not already done so, for equipment and staff considerations. Bring your USA Archery membership card to participate in class (see requirements and links below)

Please arrive  early to gear up, and
sign in. Begin to know your distances and target face size by putting them on the appropriate target. This one hour class allows students to gear up & continue with training basics in safety and form .Coach supervised training includes recurve bow and all safety equipment. Continuing, ongoing instruction , accommodating various skill levels, covering: refining form, understanding equipment needs, equipment purchasing options, tournament rules, timing, string alignment, concentration, back tension.

-Class fee for open sessions as posted at the Marietta location is $15.00, check or cash.
-Put your sight on the bow to learn where it is set based on the distance you shoot, and check the left/ right position of the aperture.
-Wear snug fitting, layered clothing, light colors in summer, a belt needed if wearing a dress and using program equipment( must have closed toe shoes for out doors or can not shoot), tie loose hair back, and remove jewelry that may interfere with string release (usually bracelets, necklaces).

 
See you on the range!
Coach Jefflyne Potter
US Archery Level 3 N.T.S.Coach
Learn Archery; Atlanta Archery

April 11th & 12th -Saturday/Sunday classes, Mental Focus

April 11th & 12th -Saturday/Sunday classes, Mental Focus
April 11th & 12th -Saturday/Sunday classes

In this message:

Level 1 Archery Instructor Certification dates set, (new date option added)
May 3 or May 24 
https://doodle.com/pzfpp963i5q5sher
(if 10 people complete registration with payment by deadline for either of the sessions, we will hold it.)

June Summer Camp dates set-
June 1 thru 5, 9:30-11:30, Pitner Road Park, Acworth. $155 .
https://doodle.com/iubtfpvnuasgq7qg
June 8 thru 12, 9:30 -11:30, Pitner Road Park, Acworth.  $155. https://doodle.com/92gu7fq78g5saigk
Others may also be offered!! Contact us for further info.

April 11
Saturday:10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; Open Session

(please arrive by 10:15)

limited enrollment to 16

"Open" session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/s8wc3prwf5xbtgdb

 Orientation session follows at 1pm

April 12
Sunday;
11:30 - 12:30 (Please arrive by 11:15) "OPEN" session, all levels

limited enrollment to 16, open session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/fpqu9muu7pgdps7h

(**Special 2:30 early access for practice by intermediate archers with their own gear. Advanced archers may stay from 2:30-4:30)
Sunday: 3:30 **pm -4:30 pm (please arrive by 3:15) Open Session, all levels
limited enrollment to 16, open session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/ffmf77kih67eb35a

TRAINING: Tuning the Thought Process
Last week we reviewed the shot process, did some “synchronized shooting” to purposely slow down and segment steps, and reviewed how variations in timing can create different results on the target face. Part of the step sequence in the NTS process, is to relax and review at the end of the set to evaluate how you can make adjustments to improve. We discussed “having a plan” for each practice, and this week we will put that into action with focus.
 We will work on several mental imagery training techniques this session.

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USA Archery memberships overview:
Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15) USA Archery  Membership Application
(Choose LEARN ARCHERY as your club affiliation)
JOAD (youth) or SOAD (adult) programs require USA Archery Full youth $35, OR adult $50 at the USA Archery website) membership, plus Learn Archery Club membership ($15) to earn pins and rank. Links below)
USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Membership Application
 Learn Archery JOAD/SOAD membership application
Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class

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Marietta Directions: 
DO NOT USE GPS AS IT WILL TAKE YOU TO WRONG SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
Our club training sessions are currently held at 585 Cobb Parkway S, 30060 Suite K,
 
 
From the south:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)will dump you going west toward Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design) look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
From the North:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)go right/ west to Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design); look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
 
 
Sessions ONLY for Existing students that have completed Orientation .
 

 
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To participate , Please sign up on the doodle with the time and session selected  if you have not already done so, for equipment and staff considerations. Bring your USA Archery membership card to participate in class (see requirements and links below)

Please arrive  early to gear up, and
sign in. This one hour class allows students to gear up & continue with training basics in safety and form .Coach supervised training includes recurve bow and all safety equipment. Continuing, ongoing instruction , accommodating various skill levels, covering: refining form, understanding equipment needs, equipment purchasing options, tournament rules, timing, string alignment, concentration, back tension.

-Class fee for open sessions as posted at the Marietta location is $15.00, check or cash.
-Put your sight on the bow to learn where it is set based on the distance you shoot, and check the left/ right position of the aperture.
-Wear snug fitting, layered clothing, light colors in summer, a belt needed if wearing a dress and using program equipment( must have closed toe shoes for out doors or can not shoot), tie loose hair back, and remove jewelry that may interfere with string release (usually bracelets, necklaces).

 
See you on the range!
Coach Jefflyne Potter
US Archery Level 3 N.T.S.Coach
Learn Archery; Atlanta Archery

Saturday April 4 ONLY- Closed Sunday April 5 Easter. Review Steps

Saturday April 4 ONLY- Closed Sunday April 5 Easter. Review Steps
April 4th -Saturday Only (if 8 or more registrants by Friday 9pm)
Closed Easter Sunday!!


 Saturday April 4 ONLY- Closed Sunday April 5 Easter
As many people are out of town on Spring Break or for Easter travel, we will need 8 students to register for Saturdays 10:30 am class by 9 pm Friday to hold the session. We will post on the home page and the blog by 10 pm Friday if the class is cancelled.
Be sure to refresh your page when viewing the website: www.learnarchery.com
 Classes resume April 11th

Saturday:10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; Open Session
(please arrive by 10:15)

Limited enrollment to 16; minimum 8 registrants by Friday 9 pm, to hold session!
 "Open" session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/tc2uyaprxibpaey2

Review Steps in the Process.
When an archer steps up to the line in training, a specific focus should be in mind. This week we will provide training sheets and review their importance, and review the steps. Training in archery focuses on form, and the "process". We always say "focus on the process".
 The best way to focus on the process and create a  routine is to write it down, and note your specific variations for your routine. As you add in new skills, old ones become sub-conscious elements. It is crucial that you add-in a specific element, work on mastering it, then add another. If you build on top of elements that don’t support your goals, you will be building sub-conscious elements that will be difficult to unlearn. Consistency is about repeatability.
Each step in your routine should take the same amount of time, each and every time, to get the best accuracy. The entire shooting process should take about 10 seconds, with about 3 seconds to aim. Variations on that, results in variations at the target.

Typical steps useful as an outline in various styles- compound, recurve, bare-bow. (note: aim is far down the list!) Add your personal variations!

1.Stance & posture
2.Nock
3.Set : hook string & place bow-hand
4.Set-up
5.Draw/load
6.Anchor
7. Load & transfer then hold
8.Aim & expand
9.Release
10.Follow Through


USA Archery memberships overview:
Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15) USA Archery  Membership Application
(Choose LEARN ARCHERY as your club affiliation)
JOAD (youth) or SOAD (adult) programs require USA Archery Full youth $35, OR adult $50 at the USA Archery website) membership, plus Learn Archery Club membership ($15) to earn pins and rank. Links below)
USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Membership Application
 Learn Archery JOAD/SOAD membership application
Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class

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Marietta Directions: 
DO NOT USE GPS AS IT WILL TAKE YOU TO WRONG SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
Our club training sessions are currently held at 585 Cobb Parkway S, 30060 Suite K,
 
 
From the south:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)will dump you going west toward Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design) look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
From the North:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)go right/ west to Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design); look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
 
 
Sessions ONLY for Existing students that have completed Orientation .

March 28 & 29: Breathe; Removing the "hollow back"


March 28 & 29: Breathe; Removing the "hollow back"

Last week we scored, and many students made rank.

March 28 & 29: Removing the "Hollow Back"


Saturday:10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; Open Session, all levels
(please arrive by 10:15)

limited enrollment to 16, open session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/2qf57grbs546bmvw

Sunday;
11:30 - 12:30 (Please arrive by 11:15) "OPEN" session, all levels

limited enrollment to 16, open session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/yyisii2niiy8662h

1:00 Orientation Follows

**NO Special 2:30 early access for practice by intermediate archers this Sunday as it is an orientation Sunday.

3:30** pm -4:30 pm (please arrive by 3:15) Open Session, all levels
limited enrollment to 16, open session, all levels
Must register on doodle link to participate:

https://doodle.com/hgau5yyfhkqgx7fc

Remember: Breathe!


 Removing the “hollow back”/ arched back.


Stance & POSTURE, the first steps in the NTS training combine with Breathing .
 We start the “Posture” with hips tucked under/rotated up, dropping the chest down, then settling the weight down into the hips. This is the initial position before the “barrel of the gun” position which is at set-up, with both shoulders remaining down, and draw hand is about cheek height. Breathing should be as consistent as the other elements of your "process". Timing is a big part of the steps you are going through. If you start by taking a deep breath and holding it, then pull back the bow string, you will find that you are "up in your chest" and lose the flat back and center core stability. Breathing should be timed to bring air in as you open the bow, and slowly let about half of it out as you come to rest at full draw anchor.

We will work on breathing and dropping shoulders down, tucking hips up, for nice flat backs.


Picture courtesy OAS training

USA Archery memberships overview:
Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15) USA Archery  Membership Application
(Choose LEARN ARCHERY as your club affiliation)
JOAD (youth) or SOAD (adult) programs require USA Archery Full youth $35, OR adult $50 at the USA Archery website) membership, plus Learn Archery Club membership ($15) to earn pins and rank. Links below)
USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Membership Application
 Learn Archery JOAD/SOAD membership application
Print your USA Archery membership card and bring it to class

<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><
Marietta Directions: 
DO NOT USE GPS AS IT WILL TAKE YOU TO WRONG SIDE OF THE BUILDING.
Our club training sessions are currently held at 585 Cobb Parkway S, 30060 Suite K,
 
 
From the south:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)will dump you going west toward Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design) look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
From the North:
exit 263,west (South Marietta PKY -120 Loop,)go right/ west to Cobb Parkway
Turn Left (south) onto Cobb Parkway
Turn into drive on left between Marietta Lanes Bowling and Cash America Pawn
585 is large Gray building on right.
K” is in right wing ( Nick Cook Woodturner &  Beads by Design); look for “K” on door(and target in window next to entry door)
 
 
 
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