OCTOBER 1 & 2; : Alignment, Thursday evenings

In this message:

• Thursdays "18 meter Open Range" 7PM to 8:30 PM ; Must register or notify us if attending Thursday session:
• https://doodle.com/poll/b4gzbg4mtpyv64vu
• Participant must have scored with us to attend.Minimum 4 to hold the session Youth needs coach approval as this is 18 meter distance.
• NEW POLL For FALL Scheduling:
  Please let us know days or times you may be interested in for 18 meter range time, so we can gather a consensus for fall scheduling.
  Select options at  https://doodle.com/poll/iad33td6taahvdvf.

October 1& 2 TRAINING "ALIGNMENT"
New Students:
Arrive early to select your gear and sign in
Using our Club Gear? Arrive early.



SATURDAY:
Saturday Sessions.
   10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; all levels, LIMIT 16
     Register: https://doodle.com/poll/ctggwdwqt6vkr8r6

18 meter session follows after class and is only available for adults or youth after orientation that have attended at least 3 sessions and scored. Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.


SUNDAY:
Sunday Sessions:
3:30 p.m. -4:30 pm; all levels, LIMIT 16
    Register: https://doodle.com/poll/b4gzbg4mtpyv64vu
18 meter session after class and is  only available for adults or youth after orientation that have attended at least 3 sessions and scored. Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.
At Set-Align Feet and Bow, Coil, Hold"
We will  work on getting the initial alignments in place this week, continuing with "coiling" to Holding.
Trying to get the back into the right position to do all the heavy work starts with alignment at "set". Then the move to "set-up" draw/ load, follows smoothly, as we "crack open the bow", into "coiling" and finally HOLD.
 

MEMBERSHIP:

 Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15). by the 3rd visit. Join  at:

 https://webpoint.usarchery.org/wp/Memberships/Join.wp  

 choose "Learn Archery" as your club affiliation

To earn rank/pins: 2 memberships needed
1.You will need a current  Learn Archery  2016 membership   and a USA Archery full membership to earn rank and receive pins/lanyards. Join Learn Archery at the range with paperwork from link above.
2.Join online for USA Archery membership. USA Archery JOAD(youth)/AAP(adult) Membership Application
(You can  always upgrade your EXISTING USA recreational  membership during the year if desired.)

To participate in weekend sessions , Please register on the doodle link provided above at the date/time selected for equipment and staff considerations. 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 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,  closed toe shoes ,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

www.learnarchery.com

Sept 24 & 25: "Balloon Shoot, Knock Out Games" Thursday 18 meter range time

• News and Notes:
• Thursdays Sept 22 "18 meter Open Range" 7PM to 8:30 PM ; Must register or notify us if attending Thursday session:
• https://doodle.com/poll/rqkpmwwddy8xbzi4
• Participant must have scored with us to attend.Minimum 4 to hold the session Youth needs coach approval as this is 18 meter distance.
• NEW POLL For FALL Scheduling:
  Please let us know days or times you may be interested in for 18 meter range time, so we can gather a consensus for fall scheduling. Currently 2nd and 4th Thursday evenings have had the most interest. (Orientations are held the third Thursdays of each month.)
  Select options at  https://doodle.com/poll/iad33td6taahvdvf".

September 24th & 25th: Balloon Games and "Knock Out"
New Students:
Arrive early to select your gear and sign in
Using our Club Gear? Arrive early.



SATURDAY:
Saturday Sessions. Yes intermediates can shoot 9 meters, but will be handicapped. Teams established.
   9 Meters: 10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; all levels,
     Register: https://doodle.com/poll/xz3wfchghwdm28uu
 18 meters*; 11:45 AM 12:45 PM, follows after 1st  class:
    REGISTER: https://doodle.com/poll/3uep8xa27fdy3ez2
*18 meter distance 18 meter session only available for adults or youth after orientation that have attended at least 3 sessions and scored. Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.


SUNDAY:
Sunday Sessions: Yes intermediates can shoot 9 meters, but will be handicapped. Teams established.
  9 Meters: 3:30 p.m. -4:30 pm; all levels
    Register: https://doodle.com/poll/3zfy6cwua2uswgt2
 18 meters*; 4:45 PM 5:45 PM, Follows after 1st class ( see below) 
  REGISTER: https://doodle.com/poll/9eq2xa3mqr6tx93f
*18 meter distance 18 meter session only available for adults or youth after orientation that have attended at least 3 sessions and scored. Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.

Balloon Games!
This week, we will have the balloon shoot game along with the "Knock-out" game. Everyone, please stretch out, get your gear set up, and select 1 balloon to blow up and put in the big bag with your symbol or initial.(Advanced/Intermediate students will have a different set of rules if shooting the 9 meter slot)
We will have a few warm up rounds of "Knock-out" and start the games.
 
Knock-Out:
Strategy and skill as a warm up game...3 arrows.
First round: red and better scored arrows are kept to shoot for the next round.
Next round "8" and better scored arrows are kept (arrows are getting down to one or two in a quiver ,and usually only one or two competitors are still standing.)
Down to Gold!!!(with what's left in your quiver)
(those Knocked-out, may begin practice for the balloon games, or scoring)



 

Balloon Shoot:
We will have two teams. Smaller balloons for any intermediate and advanced students shooting at 9 meters.
The idea is shoot YOUR balloon first, before a competitor pops theirs.
Once you have shot yours,  you shoot for theirs.
If you shoot theirs first accidentally-they win and they move to the next round . You are out a round,  but can restart shooting with others independent of the 1st game, to create an underlying new game.
Strategy is important.
Timing is important.
This is a training game for handling nerves, and gaining focus. Use the skills we've trained for in these games!!

Please arrive a few minutes early to gear up and check in.

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MEMBERSHIP:

 Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15). by the 3rd visit. Join  at:

 https://webpoint.usarchery.org/wp/Memberships/Join.wp  

 choose "Learn Archery" as your club affiliation

To earn rank/pins: 2 memberships needed
1.You will need a current  Learn Archery  2016 membership   and a USA Archery full membership to earn rank and receive pins/lanyards. Join Learn Archery at the range with paperwork from link above.
2.Join online for USA Archery membership. USA Archery JOAD(youth)/AAP(adult) Membership Application
(You can  always upgrade your EXISTING USA recreational  membership during the year if desired.)

To participate in weekend sessions , Please register on the doodle link provided above at the date/time selected for equipment and staff considerations. 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 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,  closed toe shoes ,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

www.learnarchery.com

SATURDAY, Sept 17 & Sunday Sept 18"SCORE":

SATURDAY, Sept 17 & Sunday Sept 18"SCORE": Arrive early. MUST register on doodle with session time selected in message below. (Must have completed orientation) /

• Thursdays "18 meter Open Range" 7PM to 8:30 PM ; 2nd and 4th Thursdays Only Sept 8th & 22nd: https://doodle.com/poll/rqkpmwwddy8xbzi4
  Participant must have scored with us to attend.Minimum 4 to hold the session Youth needs coach approval as this is 18 meter distance.
• NEW POLL For FALL Scheduling:
  Please let us know days or times you may be interested in for 18 meter range time, so we can gather a consensus for fall scheduling. Currently 2nd and 4th Thursday evenings have had the most interest. (Orientations are held the third Thursdays of each month.)
  Select options at  https://doodle.com/poll/iad33td6taahvdvf
• News & Notes: Tournaments G.A.A. State Outdoor Championship: Sept 10 & 11. Conyers GA: Coach Shantelle took GOLD at the Sate Outdoor tournament! Congratulations to her. The deciding factor was neck and neck and she won based on more "Tens".
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September 17 & 18st training: SCORE 
New Students:
Arrive early to select your gear and sign in  & Choose a 9 Meter session to score
Using our Club Gear? Arrive early.

NOTE : if you register for a session and need to cancel- PLEASE advise ASAP/prior to the day, via text to 404-457-6766 as it determines how we schedule the slots and if others may fill the limited slots.
Note if you register for 2 slots, you are signing up for two separate slots.

NOTE: If small registration in any Scoring session:
Multi sessions may be combined to an 18 & 9 meter session. For Saturday: blended to the one morning 10:30 session, and  Sunday blended to the one 3:30 afternoon session if small registrations. (Will update to closed/combined in Doodle registration info window , and those already registered will receive a notice that the session is blended to another slot and will be directed to the regular session registration). 

SATURDAY:
Saturday Session A: 10:30 a.m. -11:30 am; 18 meters; arrive at 10 AM
 Limit 12;
18 meter distance This session only available for adults or youth after orientation that have attended at least 3 sessions and scored. Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.
REGISTER SESSION A, 18 meter: 
https://doodle.com/poll/nidpr79qhkiqgu79
( You MUST notify us via text at 404-457-6766 if you have a change of plans once registered, to open a space for this session!!!)
MUST arrive by 10:00 - to gear up and check in. Scoring STARTS at 10:30

Saturday Session B: Noon -1:00  ; 9 METER DISTANCE; arrive at 11:30-11:45
Limit 16 for 9 meter distance. Scoring STARTS at 12:00
For new students, JOAD students, and all levels
REGISTER SESSION B, 9 meter:
 https://doodle.com/poll/56dudzc6v4fcuyyg


SUNDAY:
Session may blend to 3:30 if small registration in any slot! This will be noted on doodle, and emailed to registrant.
Sunday Session A; 1:30pm -3:00 pm, 9 meter;Arrive by 1:30 to gear up.
Arrive by 1:30 to gear up; all levels. Scoring starts at 2:00 PM
Limit 16 for 9 meter distance
For new students, JOAD students, and all levels
REGISTER SESSION "A" 9 meter distance SUNDAY: 
https://doodle.com/poll/gkqfsgpgatd3q7ub

Sunday Session B : 3:30-4:30 pm: 18 meter distance; arrive by 3:00
Limit 12;
18 meter distance .This session only available for adults or youth after orientation that have attended at least 3 sessions. Youth must have scored.  Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.
REGISTER SESSION"B" 18 meter distance;SUNDAY:
https://doodle.com/poll/5k4y9i9pc9by726q

( You MUST notify us via text at 404-457-6766 if you have a change of plans once registered, to open a space for this session!!!)


Training Details:SCORE!
Learn how to play the game of archery!
Earn Rank if JOAD or AAP (Adult)
(see notes below as to which session you may participate in). If small registration in any class, the classes may be blended to one single class-check your emails for notification.
MUST Arrive early for time to gear up and have a practice round.

"9 meters" session with 60 cm face: available for youth, JOAD, OR for adults not ready for the 18 meter distance (requiring the 40 cm face).
This is the distance for all new students 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.
 NOTE: If small registration in any session:
Multi sessions may be combined to ONE 18 & 9 meter session. For Saturday: blended to the one morning 10:30 session, and  Sunday blended to the largest afternoon session if small registrations. (Will update to closed/combined in Doodle registration info window , and those already registered will receive a notice that the session is blended to another slot and will be directed to the regular session registration). 


"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.
Arrive early to prepare score card, gear up, and have a sight-in practice round.
Those shooting at 18 meters slots must be 30 minutes early, or EARLIER if you use club gear as gear is only accessible between rounds

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 AAP (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.
Great opportunity to 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 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.

 

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MEMBERSHIP:

 Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15). by the 3rd visit. Join  at:

 https://webpoint.usarchery.org/wp/Memberships/Join.wp  

 choose "Learn Archery" as your club affiliation

SCORING: Note it is renewal time!!
To earn rank/pins: 2 memberships needed
1.You will need a current  Learn Archery  2016 membership   and a USA Archery full membership to earn rank and receive pins/lanyards. Join Learn Archery at the range with paperwork from link above.
2.Join online for USA Archery membership. USA Archery JOAD(youth)/AAP(adult) Membership Application
(You can  always upgrade your EXISTING USA recreational  membership during the year if desired.)

To participate in weekend sessions , Please register on the doodle link provided above at the date/time selected for equipment and staff considerations. 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 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,  closed toe shoes ,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

www.learnarchery.com

September 10Th & 11Th: Steady Eyes at Aim & Steady Bow-Arm at release; Thursday range time

In This Message:

• September 10th & 11th training
  Steady Eyes at Aim, and Steady Bow Arm at release

• Thursdays "18 meter Open Range" 7PM to 8:30 PM ; 2nd and 4th Thursdays Only Sept 8th & 22nd: https://doodle.com/poll/rqkpmwwddy8xbzi4
  Participant must have scored with us to attend. Minimum 4 to hold the session. Youth needs coach approval as this is 18 meter distance.
• NEW POLL For FALL Scheduling:
  Please let us know days or times you may be interested in for 18 meter range time, so we can gather a consensus for fall scheduling. Currently 2nd and 4th Thursday evenings have had the most interest. (Orientations are held the third Thursdays of each month.)
  Select options at  https://doodle.com/poll/iad33td6taahvdvf
• News & Notes: Tournaments G.A.A. State Outdoor Championship: Sept 10 & 11. Conyers GA:http://www.gaarchery.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/2016_State_Target_Reg_Form.pdf 

September 3rd & 4th training:"Steady Eyes at Aim; Steady Bow Arm at release" 
Aiming requires just a few seconds- but does require the few seconds, and we teach the basic 1,2,3 timing from the beginning. Aiming is not done until the archer reaches “hold”. Aiming before that, produces inconsistent results.

Consciously get to hold, then allow  the time to focus through the aperture to the point you are aiming at. For bare--bow shooters-although there is no focus through the aperture-the training is the same.

A common break in eye focus is watching the arrow in flight-a quick turn of the head results in a change of eye focus right at the last second, changing the aiming point. Eyes should remain on the target at the chosen aiming point –“laser pointed”; head remains steady, fingers are released by the last rotation and coil of the scapula to the spine.
The bow arm stays steady "until you hear the arrow hit the paper". We see many archers dropping the bow arm "with" the shot. Yes a wrist snap occurs, but a steady bow arm- solid as a steel post, can tighten up your group, and often results in picking up an extra point or two.

Take a look at world champion Brady Ellison and how his eye focus and bow arm remains at the target after the release of the arrow.
 

New Students: Arrive 20 minutes early to select your gear, put your sight on,  and sign in.

NOTE : if you register for a session and need to cancel- PLEASE advise ASAP/prior to the day, via text to 404-457-6766 as it determines how we schedule the slots and if others may fill the limited slots.

SATURDAY:
Saturday Session  : 10:30-11:30 am
Limit 16
For new students, JOAD students, and all levels
REGISTER    https://doodle.com/poll/2g53vueusqmz4kze
MUST arrive early to gear up and check in.  Class STARTS at 10:30

Sunday Session  : 3:30-4:30 pm
Limit 16
For new students, JOAD students, and all levels
REGISTER  https://doodle.com/poll/326gt5sw425r4ryv
MUST arrive early to gear up and check in.  Class STARTS at 3:30


After Saturday or Sunday Class:
18 meter Practice held after both Saturday and Sunday training if enough interest.
The 18 meter "after class" session only available for adults or youth after they have completed orientation and have attended at least 3 sessions. Youth must have scored.  Coach approval may be needed for youth if not JOAD.

( You MUST notify us via text at 404-457-6766 if you have a change of plans once registered, to open a space for this session!!!)

 

MEMBERSHIP:

 Any student participating in class needs minimum USA Archery “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15). by the 3rd visit. Join  at:

 https://webpoint.usarchery.org/wp/Memberships/Join.wp  

 choose "Learn Archery" as your club affiliation

SCORING?
To earn rank/pins: 2 memberships needed
1.You will need a current  Learn Archery  2016 membership   and a USA Archery full membership to earn rank and receive pins/lanyards. Join Learn Archery at the range with paperwork from link above.
2.Join online for USA Archery membership. USA Archery JOAD(youth)/AAP(adult) Membership Application
(You can  always upgrade your EXISTING USA recreational  membership during the year if desired.)

To participate in weekend sessions , Please register on the doodle link provided above at the date/time selected for equipment and staff considerations. 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 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,  closed toe shoes ,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

www.learnarchery.com