Archery for beginners - FAQ

1. Do you need a strong body to shoot archery?

Not really. Archery is a sport that requires skill, not brute force. Beginners will use a lighter bow to train at the beginning. As they continue to improve, the weight of the bow will increase, and the speed of the arrow will naturally increase. American athlete Parker won the individual bronze medal in the 1988 Olympics. The bow he chose at that time weighed 28 pounds. The weight of the fully drawn bow was like holding a puppy. Moreover, referring to the Korean women's team players, they can be said to be the best in the archery circle, but most of them weigh about 55 kilograms. In fact, a relatively strong and muscular player may not become a top archer.

2. Is archery dangerous?

According to the latest data, archery is one of the safest sports in the world. Its safety factor is three times that of golf, and the injury rate is 1/2000. In fact, 90% of injuries are caused by hunting with bows and arrows, not sports competitions.

3. Can't shoot archery if you have poor eyesight?

Poor eyesight does not have a big impact on archery. Aiming with the eyes is only a small part of archery, and it is worth noting that few sports allow players to wear glasses, but archery is one of them. Two-time Olympic champion Lim Dong-hyun has very poor eyesight and can only see a blurry shadow at a distance of 70 meters, but despite this, he still set a world record for 70 meters. This shows that anything is possible!

4. Is archery expensive?

The cost of archery is up to you! As a beginner, most archery clubs will provide you with equipment. You can also buy a basic bow, arrows and some accessories, which will only cost a few hundred dollars and will last for several years. Equipment replacement can be determined according to the development of your own skills. If you feel the need to replace equipment, you can also look for suitable equipment in the second-hand market, where it is very solid and no different from new.

5. It must be boring to shoot arrows all day?

In fact, archery can improve self-discipline, concentration, and precision. Sports will never make people feel bored. In fact, archery provides people with many choices, whether it is compound bow or recurve bow, indoor or outdoor competition, target shooting, field shooting or 3D shooting, it is up to you to choose. You can choose to shoot arrows around your home, or you can choose to go abroad and compete with masters. Archery skills require continuous training and cultivation!