Etiquette

Etiquette is an important part of archery; it is the unwritten rules which make the sport what it is. Etiquette is particularly important when shooting away from the club, at a competition or another club’s club day, and failure to adhere to it reflects on Long Mynd. Most complaints at competitions are related to etiquette.


A Good Archer

  • Does not talk in a loud voice whilst others are shooting.
  • Does not talk to another competitor who obviously prefers to be silent
  • Does not make any exclamation on the shooting line which may disconcert a neighbour in the act of shooting.
  • Does not go behind the target to retrieve his/her arrows before his/her score has been recorded.
  • Does not walk up and down the shooting line comparing scores
  • Does not touch anyone else’s equipment without permission.
  • Does not leave litter
  • When calling scores does so in groups of three (e.g. 775{pause}553)
  • If he/she breaks another’s arrow through his/her own carelessness pays for it on the spot.
  • Thanks the Target Captain at the end of each round for work on his/her behalf.

Code of conduct - Adult Archers

In addition to the etiquette, Archery GB have issued the following Code Of Conduct;

Adult Archers

We all have a responsibility to promote high standards of behaviour in archery.

As an archer, you have a big part to play.  That is why Archery GB is asking every archer to follow a Code of Conduct.

The Archery GB Codes of Conduct apply to all Archery GB members when participating in and administering the sport of archery. 

In order to protect the reputation of Archery GB, the code also applies to those associated with Archery GB or who are involved in archery whilst outside the UK.

Expected Minimum Standards of Behaviour and Conduct

As an Archery GB member I will:

  • Respect the spirit of fair play in archery:
    • Adhere to the Rules of Shooting and the spirit of archery
    • Display and promote high standards of behaviour
    • Promote fair play – I won’t cheat, complain or waste time
    • Endeavour to ensure the sport is enjoyable for everyone
    • Accept success and failure, victory or defeat with dignity
    • Be on time for training, competitions and events
    • Never engage in or tolerate public criticism of fellow archers, coaches or officials
  • Respect the rights, dignity and worth of my fellow archers:
    • Speak to my fellow archers, coaches, judges and officials with respect
    • Remember we all make mistakes
    • Always respect the confidentiality of other archers
    • Treat other people’s data as I would wish them to treat mine
    • Always have the best interests of my fellow archers at heart
  • I will endeavour to ensure my own safety and the safety of others:
    • Never participate when under the influence of alcohol or drugs
    • Place the well-being, safety and enjoyment of each archer above everything including standards of performance
  • Protect others involved in archery from verbal or physical abuse and threatening or intimidating behaviour:
    • Never engage in or tolerate offensive, insulting or abusive language or behaviour
    • Never engage in or tolerate bullying, intimidation or harassment
    • Never use or tolerate the use of social media (e.g. Facebook/Archery Interchange) to engage in bullying, intimidation or harassment
  • Abide by Archery GB Rules and Policies including:
    • Archery GB Policy for Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults
    • Archery GB Equality Policy
    • Archery GB Anti-doping rules
    • Archery GB Bribery Act
  • Take personal responsibility:
    • To update Archery GB with changes to personal information

Breaking the Code of Conduct

By joining Archery GB, everyone agrees to abide by this Code of Conduct, all Archery GB Policies, Rules, Regulations and Procedures.

Archery GB therefore has the right to investigate and take disciplinary action, as in line with the Archery GB Disciplinary Policy, Regulations and Procedures, against any alleged breaches of this Code of Conduct or our Policies, Rules, Regulations and Procedures, which may bring Archery GB into disrepute.

Rules of shooting

Click the link below to download a copy of the rules of shooting.

Rules of shooting (External link)

Shooting Administration Procedures (External Link)

Longmynd Archers Club Constitution

For other Archery GB policies and procedures, click HERE.