Archery : Steps to Success (Steps to Success Activity Series) - Softcover

Haywood, Kathleen; Lewis, Catherine F.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0873228545 ISBN 13: 9780873228541

Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers, 1997

Synopsis

The bull’s-eye will look even bigger when you’ve mastered the steps to archery success! This book provides expert instruction and 76 drills to help you learn and improve key skills for recreational target shooting, bowhunting, and tournament shooting.

The book’s sequential lessons and 181 illustrations explain the importance of each skill and show how to perform the drills and correct errors in your technique. The drills come with performance goals and a list of key points for proper execution. Many of the drills include instructions for adjusting the level of difficulty.

Part of the highly popular Steps to Success Activity Series, this book will help you become a confident and capable archer.

About this title

From the Publisher:

"A fine book teaching the essentials of archery, Archery: Steps to Success provides well-rounded instruction in choosing archery equipment, shooting form, aiming, and archery technique. I would recommend it to anyone interested in becoming an archer and for experienced target shooters looking for solid tips on improving scores."

Mike Strandlund Editor, Bowhunting World magazine

"The most complete instructional book on the market. All the details and steps to perfect shots make it an excellent teaching tool. This outstanding book will help the student reach the level of proficiency desired."

Arlyne Rhode President, U.S. & International Archer magazine

About the Author:

Kathleen M. Haywood is a National Archery Association-certified instructor who has taught archery at three universities. An eight-time Missouri state archery champion, she is now retired from competition. During her years of competing, she was a member of the Professional Archers Association (PAA) and the National Field Archery Association (NFAA).

A member of the American Alliance for Health, Physical Eduation, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD), Dr. Haywood was presented the Scholar Award by the Central District of AAHPERD in 1995. She is also a member of the North American Society for Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity and a fellow of the American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education.

Dr. Haywood is the associate dean for instruction in the School of Education at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. She earned her PhD in motor behavior from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1976. A resident of St. Charles, Missouri, she enjoys playing tennis and watching all types of sporting events.

Catherine F. Lewis is an elementary physical educator at Andrews Academy in Creve Coeur, Missouri. A former member of the PAA and NFAA, Ms. Lewis has had more than 10 years’ experience in archery instruction and a successful career in archery competition. She has taught archery in the professional preparation program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and to youths in school, scouting, and camp programs.

Ms. Lewis is also a member of AAHPERD and of the Missouri Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (MAHPERD). She earned her master’s degree from the University of Missouri-St. Louis in 1986. Ms. Lewis lives in Des Peres, Missouri, where she devotes her leisure time to camping, fishing, and reading.

About this edition

• Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0873228545
• ISBN 13: 9780873228541
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 168