Since I started teaching archery, I have found myself becoming very impressed with kids, I find that kids are not all about running in circles and doing their own thing.   They trust me to stand next to them and guide them through the process of shooting an arrow for the first time, even though they are scared.  They are very much in the moment listening to my every word, and you should see the smile that radiates form them, once the arrow hits the target. How many times have you talked with someone and they are 100% paying attention to you?  It’s a gift when someone does that.

I do find that kids tend to have a hard time with focus during the spring time, and when they have been in school all day and then they have a sugary snack.  Please don’t give them sugar before archery lol. Consider a healthier snack that they like.  Most parents are very good with this, thank you.  Some of the after school programs, but not all of them,  may not have the funding to have the healthiest food,  and sometimes my young archery clients come directly from the after school program.

I work with adults as well and I stand next to you and guide you through your first shot.  What I see in you, is you have forgotten about the stress of the day, as you focus and listen and pull the string back and let go with excitement as the arrow hits the target.  For a moment their, you are 100% paying attention, focused and feeling good.

As you progress through the classes you mention that you find shooting to be relaxing most of the time.  And some of you have told me that it refreshes you for several days.  But the gift that you offer me is this complete focus as I guide you through the process of getting ready to shoot and then letting go.  For a moment time has stopped, and we are both completely focused and in the moment.