How to shoot a recurve bow for beginners

A correct stance is important for composure, balance, and pointing, as well as drawing and releasing the bowstring without hurting yourself. The Square Stance and the Open Stance are two easy and familiar archery stances to begin with.

Square Stance

Place your feet shoulder width apart and on both sides of the firing line in the square stance. Make sure your left foot is ahead of your right foot and perpendicular to the goal.

Open Stance

Taking a half-step backward with your left foot in the open stance, pointing it gently towards the goal. When standing on slanted terrain, this is the best choice.

Placing the arrow

Place the arrow, kept in your right hand, on the arrow rest on the left side of your bow. Place the arrow so that the index fletching is pointing away from the bow. Insert the arrow's nock between the finger guides into the bowstring.

Making Better Grip with Bowstring

The Mediterranean Draw is the most popular method of hooking the bowstring. Place the index finger on the upper finger-guide and the other two fingers on the lower finger-guide with three fingers. Hooking the string with the first joints of your fingers is the easiest method. Avoid fist-sized grips on the string or pinching the arrow.

Angling the bow

Grip the bow so that the handle lies between the palm and thumb on the big padded back. The intention is to force the bow into position rather than hold it tightly. If the knuckles form a 45-degree angle to the middle line of the bow, you're handling the bow correctly.

Rotating Elbow

Grabbing the bow accurately is important for proper arm rotation. If you grip too hard, your forearm will rotate in line with the bow string, which will hurt if you are not wearing an arm protector. Your elbow should point away from you and your forearm should clear the string if your arm is correctly rotated.

Shooting Postures

Bring your left arm to shoulder height and hook the bow string to prepare your target. When you draw the arrow out, keep the right elbow high and in line with the arrow. The back muscles are perfect for drawing the bow. Consider rubbing your shoulder blades together; relying solely on your muscles will exhaust you.

Leaving the arrow

The arrow should be released slowly and smoothly. Relax the right hand and gently pull it back until the bowstring falls between your fingertips. Following the release of the string, continue to relax your hand until it hangs by your ear to complete your shot. During the follow-through, the bow will automatically tip forward a little.