Performance archery coaching - Yorkshire

Developing intelligent, resilient archers

High-performance archery coaching for athletes looking to progress to the next level — grounded in technical precision in an athlete-centred development.

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Methodology

Building intelligent archers since 2015

I'm a performance archery coach based in Yorkshire, working with junior and senior recurve and compound archers competing at regional and national levels. I focus on co-development with the athlete, providing structure and understanding as a framework for growth.

Alongside my coaching, I'm a senior research fellow, bringing intellectual rigour and evidence-based non-linear pedagogy methods to every session.

Credentials
  • AGB County Coach
  • National Talent Development Coach 2023-2025
  • UK Coaching Focus Coach 2023
Structures

Framework & Offerings

Technical development

Technical refinement and draw-cycle efficiency built around the archer's unique biomechanics. Options for focussing on the AGB Recurve Technical Framework and variation for Pathway selection.

Intelligent Archers

Structured sessions focusing on consistency, equipment optimisation and tuning, and high-pressure mindset. Environment modification for performance resilience.

Athlete Pathways

Goal setting and planning. Working with the archer to define SMART goals and the routes to success. Balancing real-life and archery, maximising potential.

Performance Psychology

Visualisation and emotional regulation integrated into the development journey.

Competitive History

Competitive Background & Philosophy

Before transition to performance coaching, my journey started on the shooting line at University. My experience of successful national competition gives me firsthand understanding of the psychological and physical demands of high-pressure tournament environments. This competitive background directly shapes my evidence-based coaching methodology today.

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Inquiries

Contact

Coaching based at York Archers Society or some local travel. Perfect for individual target athletes looking for structured performance improvement or clubs setting up specialised workshops.

dave@yorkarchers.co.uk