Posts by Gerard
How to Get Started in Archery
The easiest way to get started in archery is to take a lesson with a qualified instruction program, such as Golden Gate JOAD (we teach kids and adults 8 and up). An instruction program initially takes care of everything for you, provides the right equipment to start on and gives you an introduction to archery…
Read MoreArchery in the Hunger Games Movie
The Hunger Games books and movie have been hugely popular and archers are excited to see archery on the big screen. Is archery portrayed realistically in the movie or did the Hunger Games movie producers take short cuts with Katniss’ skills? Fortunately, it turns out that the archery in the Hunger Games movie is pretty…
Read MoreTying a Pro-style Shoelace Finger Sling
Using a finger sling is a great way to help you hold your bow with a relaxed, open grip. When you loose your arrow the bow falls into your finger sling. You can make the exact same kind of finger sling top international archers use out of a shoe lace. Check out this clip to…
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