Entry Requirements

To attend the Taster Session, Beginners’ Course or Development Coaching Session, applicants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a legally responsible parent or guardian for the length of the course
The Application Forms are available from MC Archery and needs to be completed in full, to allow appropriate equipment to be prepared prior to the session or course

Application and payment

You must complete and submit the relevant Application Form which will be sent to you by MC Archery, along with full payment
Applications are taken on a first come, first served basis, however they are also arranged for times that are mutually convenient
If multiple applications are being made, a separate application form needs to be completed for each beginner / archer. Payment in these cases can be grouped together if you wish
Payment must be made using BACS or PayPal (plus fees). For details, please refer to the Application Form
For further information on payment, please contact us

Cancellation policy

If you cancel your booking before or during the session or course, full or partial charges will apply. This is due to non-refundable costs associated with organising the session / course
- Up to 2 weeks’ notice before the session / course: No refund.
- 2 weeks to 4 weeks’ notice before the session / course: 50% refund.
- Over 4 weeks’ notice before the session / course starts: Full refund.
Notifications of cancellation should be made in writing as soon as possible via email
Transfers to a future session / course may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis subject to availability. If no suitable sessions or courses are available, refunds will be made in line with the terms above
In the event of MC Archery having to cancel a session or course at short notice due to unforeseen circumstances, you will be contacted and either offered a full refund or opportunity to attend a rearranged session / course

Civil liability insurance

Civil liability insurance is provided for non-member Beginners while participating in the Taster Session or Beginners’ Course
The civil liability insurance cover will only apply to Beginner(s) / Archer(s) registered to attend
All beginners are required to be supervised by an Archery GB Licensed coach when undertaking shooting, whether in an Archery GB or non-Archery GB environment

Code of Conduct

MC Archery is affiliated to Archery GB and abides by its policies and guidelines.
Archery GB Rules of Shooting and etiquette will be outlined during the course.
Any gross misconduct and/or inappropriate behaviour will result in the person being requested to leave the course, forfeiting any session / course fee.

What clothing should I wear?

Close fitting clothing will help to prevent the bowstring from catching you. Avoid flappy clothing, baggy sleeves or bulky jackets as these will make it difficult to shoot.

For sessions / courses that are outside you should wear clothing that is suitably warm. Bringing waterproofs (including waterproof footwear) is a good idea if it looks like rain.

For sessions / courses that are indoors, wearing thin layers would be more appropriate.

We will provide the protective accessories required to protect your arm and fingers.

NO open toed shoes or sandals are to be worn.
Long hair must be tied back so it doesn’t get caught in the bowstring.
Any upper body piercings must be removed prior to shooting (including earrings).

There is a serious risk of injury if any of the above conditions are ignored, so we reserve the right to request any persons unable or unwilling to comply, to leave the course. Refunds will not be applicable in this case.

Do I need to be physically fit?

Although archery is a physical sport and requires a reasonable degree of mobility and strength, you don’t need to be physically fit. However it can also be suitable for those with a disability, mental or physical. Contact us to discuss this if in doubt. You should also advise us of any medical conditions which may affect your ability to participate in the course or that we should be aware of.