Maidenhead Archers welcome anyone who wants to try archery with a view to taking up the sport and joining our Club.  Our instructors will teach you the correct techniques and ensure that you know how to shoot safely. 

Starting date and times
The next Beginners Course starts on Wednesday 7^th May 2007.  On the first evening we meet promptly at 6.30 pm to kit you out with archery equipment in order to be ready to start shooting promptly at 7.00 pm.  Thereafter, the assembly time will be 6.45 pm.  Each lesson will last one hour. The Course consists of six lessons.  If it’s necessary to cancel a lesson due to bad weather it will be made up later.  We cannot accept beginners into the Club unless they have attended at least 4 lessons. You must confirm your place on the course prior to the start date – numbers are strictly limited and we cannot accommodate people on the day. 

Cost

The fee for the six weeks is £40.  In order to comply with GNAS insurance regulations this must paid in advance at the time of booking your place. 

Juniors

We allow juniors of age 14 years and above to participate in the Beginners Course, subject to the discretion of the Coach as to the young person’s ability to handle the equipment safely.  Juniors must be accompanied by a parent, or parentally approved guardian, at all times.  We recommend that a parent/guardian also takes the course to foster healthy competition and encourage future interest in the sport.

Equipment

We provide all the equipment for the course.  Please do not buy any equipment yourself.  If you are invited to join the Club after the course we can offer bows for hire for short periods, and will advise you on the purchase your own equipment. 

Clothing

You should wear comfortable but close-fitting clothing.  If it’s chilly it’s better to wear several thin layers rather than one bulky one.  In particular it’s important that you don’t wear jumpers or jackets with baggy sleeves, as bowstrings tend to catch on them and spoil your shot!  Please also wear flat-soled, closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor wear. 

Where

The Maidenhead Archers outdoor shooting range is located at the Braywick Sports Centre, Braywick Road, Maidenhead. 

Contact
To find out more and to book a place, contact the Club Secretary, Adam White, by email on This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Places on the course are limited to 15 people per lesson, so book your place now! 

Terms & Conditions

• An application form must be completed before starting the course.  Participation on the course is entirely at the your own risk and you should consult your doctor if you are suffering from any medical condition which might make archery injurious to your health.
• All course fees must be paid in full by the start of the course.
• Beginners’ Course fees are non-refundable, except when a place is cancelled prior to two weeks before the first lesson.
• Beginners’ Course fees do not entitle you to membership of Maidenhead Archers.
• All coaching and shooting will be strictly in accordance with GNAS rules, regulations and practice.  Any contravention of shooting or safety rules will result in immediate suspension from the lesson.
• Maidenhead Archers retain the right to refuse further access to the Beginners’ Course if students persistently contravene the safety instructions or the rules of shooting.
• Maidenhead Archers cannot accept any liability for damage or loss to personal possessions sustained whilst within the Braywick sports ground.