How to Nock An Arrow
Welcome to Step #2! In this post, we’ll talk about how to get the arrow from your quiver and correctly onto your bow string. If you want to jump back to get an overview of the entire shot sequence, you can do so here.The Nocking Point and the Nock LocatorBefore we begin, let’s start with […]
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Analysis of Your Shot
In the last step (Step #9), we discussed the follow-through motion your body should have after you release the arrow: your string hand should fall back a little, your chest should open a little bit, and your back muscles should contract a little bit. The top of the bow may come forward a little bit, […]
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How to Release Your Arrow
Welcome, gang! This is Step #9 in our “How to Shoot Your Bow and Arrow” series. In this step, we’ll discuss the method of releasing your arrow. If you’d like to see all the steps in the sequence, jump back to the “How to Shoot Your Bow and Arrow” post. One quick note: in the post […]
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How to Aim a Bow and Arrow
Welcome! This is Step #8 in our “How to Shoot a Bow and Arrow” lesson. This is it—the big step! AIM! (If you want to see a list of all the steps, click right over here). When you’re aiming, you’ve got two main options: aim using a bow sight, or do some instinctive shooting (that is, […]
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The Archery Anchor Point: Find It and Remember It
Hello, folks! This is Step #7 in my “How to Shoot a Bow and Arrow” sequence. Here, we’ll learn about one of the most important concepts in all of archery: the anchor point.What is the Anchor Point?When you draw the bow and pull the bow string back, you’ll notice that it comes close to your […]
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