Our beginners' courses are run on Tuesday or Thursday evenings and occasional Sunday mornings, over five weeks, depending on demand. We do not run 'rolling' courses, but will advise you when the next course that you can join will begin, ensuring that all the members of that group are at the same stage of the course. The maximum waiting time for a course to start varies depending on your preferred day of the week and the numbers booked.

During the winter months and in inclement weather, the courses take place in the school sports' hall. Numbers on each course are limited, so please book now to secure your place. Juniors from the age of 8 to 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times. The courses will be run over four 90 minute sessions with an assessment in the fifth.

Beginners' Courses are primarily concerned with teaching the basic rules and techniques required to allow you to safely and confidently enjoy the sport of archery. All equipment is provided and full insurance cover will be included in the cost.

Whilst we endeavour to run these courses to a five week schedule, we appreciate that things come up that may interupt your attendance. Please be assured that we will always try and accomodate your lifestyle needs into your course and to run it for your convenience. If we identify a potential difficulty, we will let you know before the course begins and, where ever possible, work around your other commitments.

Archers who pass their beginners assessment are then well prepared to join the club of their choice (which we hope will be us!) and improve their skills and abilities further. It should be noted, however, that successful completion of a beginners course does not guarantee membership to any archery club.

New members who have completed a beginners' course with us may continue to borrow SBA equipment for up to six weeks and then hire equipment from the club for a further six week period (subject to availability). After this time, we would expect the archer to have decided on the shooting style that they wish to follow and to purchase their own equipment. Our senior members are only too happy to discuss the different styles available and to offer advice to new members, if asked.

Please contact Dave Nolder for further information.