North Arrow

One of the most common problems in mounted archery is this: You release the reins, prepare to shoot — and the horse speeds up. This is not a “bad habit”.It’s a training issue. The Real Reason In most cases, the horse has learned to associate one of the following with forward movement: loose reins loss of contact rider imbalance tension in the rider’s body When the rider prepares to shoot, all of these can happen at once. From the horse’s perspective, the signal is simple: go

Learning archery online is possible — but only up to a point. Online training works best for building a solid technical foundation. You can learn shooting form, understand alignment, develop consistency and follow structured exercises at your own pace. In many cases, this is more efficient than occasional in-person lessons, simply because you can repeat and revisit the material as often as needed. However, there are clear limitations. Archery is a physical skill. Small detail

Training a horse for mounted archery is not about teaching it to tolerate shooting. It’s about building the right foundation first. A horse that is relaxed, balanced, and responsive without rein contact will always be easier to train than one that relies on the rider’s hands for control. This is where the process starts. Before introducing any equipment, the horse should be able to: move calmly in all gaits maintain rhythm without rein contact respond to seat and voice aids W