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Originally Posted by g_samsa
I guess I put this in the wrong discussion forum. But, anybody else into archery? I've read a couple of books, but the archers at the range are pretty solitary people. They don't give many tips or talk much at all.
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If the archers at that range are "solitary" then find another range. Or ask the owner to help you find someone who can mentor you. The owner should want your business, and believe me: the more you shoot, the more you will spend with him. In addition to range fees, leauge archers can easily spend $50 or more a month in supplies and services at a range (until they become so hardcore that they take care of their own needs, themselves.)
One or two tips that come to mind - which experienced archers tend to take for granted after awhile - is that you need to develop the proper posture and do the same thing 100% of the time. That includes foot placement ("2 o'clock" if you are right handed, "10 o'clock" if leftie), knocking point (you need a device clamped to the bowstring), how you hold the bow (yes, dont grip the grip) and where you draw to (the corner of your mouth). Once you find the positions that work best for you, you absolutely have to do the same thing every time if you want to be consistent.
When I teach new archers, I do not let them use any sights or a release for their first 2000 (yes, two thousand!) shots. That is to teach you the mechanics and instincts and solidify them. Good luck.