Be sure to see the new USA Archery Guidelines below for JOAD SOAD programs!!
Please see info on right side of message about the UPCOMING indoor competitions.
Saturday & Sunday January 11,12 2014 Canton GA rangeINSIDE
Saturday: Please arrive no later than 10:15 to gear up and check in . Class ends promptly at 11:30-as we have an Orientation following class
Sunday: Please arrive no later than 3:15 to gear up and check in. Store closes at 5, and we must be packed up and out!
"See Your Shot"
Last week we put a focus on goal setting strategies –what you put in, you get out, and understanding that writing down your goals gives you a power over the process. We worked with each student to focus on ONE thing during practice.
This week we will focus on the positions of the draw and bow hands, and blend more of the previous mental focus training.
We often say: “See your Shot”, meaning bring your draw hand up so that it is in front of your face about nose height, draw-hand in line with the sight to the target, and you will “see” your shot…see the hand that is holding the string. This sets your alignment into an angular rather than linier motion, allowing your draw rotation to take place more easily, and the back to load, as the bow arm is slightly off to the left (for right handed shooters).
“See your Shot” can also mean that you do not blink. An article reviewed greater successes in archery with a simple awareness of not blinking, and maintaining eye focus for the few seconds of draw /load /anchor/transfer/ hold/ aim/ release/ follow-through.
As we have practiced in recent training, the mental portion of “See your Shot”, means to visualize the entire shot sequence in your mind with eyes closed, by removing yourself from the line, and mime the entire shot sequence, with eyes closed, no equipment, going through perfect form, seeing your shot, all arrows landing in the gold.
Sunday: Please arrive no later than 3:15 to gear up and check in. Store closes at 5, and we must be packed up and out!
"See Your Shot"
Last week we put a focus on goal setting strategies –what you put in, you get out, and understanding that writing down your goals gives you a power over the process. We worked with each student to focus on ONE thing during practice.
This week we will focus on the positions of the draw and bow hands, and blend more of the previous mental focus training.
We often say: “See your Shot”, meaning bring your draw hand up so that it is in front of your face about nose height, draw-hand in line with the sight to the target, and you will “see” your shot…see the hand that is holding the string. This sets your alignment into an angular rather than linier motion, allowing your draw rotation to take place more easily, and the back to load, as the bow arm is slightly off to the left (for right handed shooters).
“See your Shot” can also mean that you do not blink. An article reviewed greater successes in archery with a simple awareness of not blinking, and maintaining eye focus for the few seconds of draw /load /anchor/transfer/ hold/ aim/ release/ follow-through.
As we have practiced in recent training, the mental portion of “See your Shot”, means to visualize the entire shot sequence in your mind with eyes closed, by removing yourself from the line, and mime the entire shot sequence, with eyes closed, no equipment, going through perfect form, seeing your shot, all arrows landing in the gold.
We will work on these training techniques this week, and have information available for those wishing to attend the JOAD Nationals, and or Nationals in February. Deadline is Feb 3 for no late fees.
Please check-your division may have changed due to an upcoming birthday!
Divisions are based on the year in which your age changes-for example- if you turn 15 sometime this year, you are a Cadet, no longer a cub.
You can always choose a more demanding higher division. ( example Cadet can shoot adult/senior)
News: Upcoming FITA Tournaments
2014 U.S. National Indoor Championship and JOAD National Indoor Championship
February 21-23, 2014 ;Snellville, GARegistration forms
Format & Rules JOAD Nationals
Format & Rules Nationals
Yeoman to the end of the 10th Birthday year
BOWMAN To the end of the year of 12th Birthday year
CUB To the end of the year of 14th Birthday year
NOVICE To the end of the 18th Birthday year (Genesis)
CADET To the end of the year of 17th Birthday year
JUNIOR To the end of the year of 20th Birthday year
ADULT/Senior Beginning the year of 21st Birthday year
NAA Typically:
BAREBOW or TRADITIONAL shot as adult/Senior (different categories for NFAA)
Reminder Changes in USA Archery JOAD/SOAD Club rules
USA Archery has implemented several new safety guidelines: The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) has launched a new Safe Sport (http://safesport.org/) initiative, which puts the safety of athletes participating in Olympic, Paralympic sports, and programs front and center. Some key initiatives to support this effort have been implemented by USA Archery, beginning in January 2014, which involve updates to the Code of Conduct, liability efforts and a general safe environment. USA Archery requires membership with everyone who is engaged in activities and programs of USA Archery to ensure that all members participating in USA Archery programs and activities are familiar with and agree to the terms of membership and accept the terms of the Code of Conduct, especially as they relate to Safe Sport initiatives.
JOAD/SOAD
As one of the key USA Archery National Ranking Programs, membership at the youth, adult or family level is now required to earn any rank through the JOAD/SOAD programs.
If your Learn Archery membership is expiring, you will be required to also have a USA Archery full membership to renew and receive pins/lanyards.
Join online for either membership level at https://webpoint.usarchery.org/wp/Memberships/Join.wp choose "Learn Archery" as your club affiliation
As current adult, youth or family member of USA Archery, these changes will not affect students participating in the JOAD/SOAD rank earning programs, registering for tournaments, Camps etc. and that full membership continues to provide liability insurance.
New Students: Mail-in Tournaments, Recreational camps- participant needs minimum “RECREATIONAL” membership ($15)USA Archery requires a recreational membership ($15) to participate in mail-in tournaments, recreational camps, and, the introductory recreational status ensures the athlete agrees to abide by the Code of Conduct and membership guidelines, and it allows USA Archery to cover the RECREATIONAL status members with insurance policies during their participation at JOAD/SOAD Clubs. A RECREATIONAL membership can be upgraded later to a full membership by adding only the difference in fee should the student wish to participate in JOAD/SOAD rank earning programs, tournaments, etc. Join online for either membership level at https://webpoint.usarchery.org/wp/Memberships/Join.wp choose "Learn Archery" as your club affiliation
To participate , Please reply with the time selected, RH LH, and name in the subject line. and if adult or youth via learnarchery@yahoo.com if you have not already done so, for equipment and staff considerations.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 Canton 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, ( 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
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