“Great experience practicing archery for the first time. The coach Sezgin is very approachable and explains clearly how to improve your shot.”
2 Months Ago
Master Modern Archery in Dublin. Expert Coaching
Arktor brings structured coaching experience to our modern Dublin academy.
Every session has a purpose. Our coaching combines professional Olympic instruction, Olympic-grade equipment, small-group training and individual technical feedback.
Whether you are completely new to archery, returning to the sport or looking to develop your technique, we give you a clear pathway from your first arrow to confident and consistent shooting.
Flexible training. Focused coaching. Measurable progression. Train around work, study, family and everyday life without compromising the quality of your coaching.
Years Training History
Years of dedicated coaching experience, refined technical frameworks, and structured student progression pathways.
Students Coached
A trusted community ranging from complete beginners to active hobbyists and youth archers across Dublin.
Archery Ireland Certified
Professional instruction certified to national standards, ensuring absolute safety, accuracy, and technical excellence.
Beyond Membership
Why Archery Changes Lives.
Olympic archery is more than simply hitting a target. Every shot develops patience, emotional control, confidence and resilience. It teaches people to slow down, focus under pressure and trust the process — skills that extend far beyond the range and into school, work and everyday life.
Kids
Build confidence, discipline, coordination and healthy lifelong habits through structured coaching in a safe and encouraging environment.
Teenagers
Develop focus, emotional control, responsibility and self-confidence during important years of personal development.
Adults
Step away from everyday pressure, improve concentration and discover a rewarding sport that challenges both mind and body.
Corporate Teams
Strengthen communication, decision-making, leadership and team performance through a focused and engaging shared experience.
Choose Your Pathway
Beginner Course
A structured introduction to modern archery for complete beginners. Learn the fundamentals, safety, shooting technique and range confidence in a professional coaching environment.
Annual Mastery 3 Month Free
Start with the complete beginner foundation at no additional cost, then continue into structured long-term development.
A full-year pathway for archers who want consistency, technical development and measurable progression through regular coached training.
Available Discounts
We want archery coaching to be accessible to individuals, couples and families.
Under 18
Discount available for participants under 18.
Couples & Two Participants
For two people applying together.
Small Families & Groups
For bookings with three or more participants.
Active Member Renewal
Active members receive 10% off renewal when they use their membership code.
Discounts cannot be combined. The highest eligible discount applies. Active member renewal requires a valid membership code.
Intensive Programme: 4 hours of training per month, giving you more practice time, more coaching and faster progression.
Training Calendar
Available training dates from October 2026 to October 2027. Each listed date has up to 3 available places.
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027
June 2027
July 2027
August 2027
September 2027
October 2027
Standard Programme: 2 hours per month.
Intensive Programme: 4 hours per month.
Available places are limited to 3 per training date.
Speak With The Coach
Not sure which programme or training schedule is right for you? Contact Arktor directly and we will help you choose.
Contact ArktorReady To Start?
Choose your training programme and continue to the membership application.
View Membership & ApplyTraining places are limited to keep coaching personal, focused and technically effective.
Choose Your Training Path
Choose your programme, training pace and starting date. Mega includes a 12-month Intermediate Olympic recurve bow set rental.
Flexible Membership
Train throughout the year without a fixed weekly commitment. Your annual Flexible Membership is completely free. Choose your ticket package and book your sessions whenever it suits you.
Use your sessions around work, study, family and everyday life. Choose an available academy session and book when you are ready.
Four academy session tickets with complete flexibility.
Ten academy session tickets for regular training and development.
Everything you need to train with Arktor Academy while keeping your schedule completely flexible.
1st & 3rd Saturday of each month · 14:00–16:00 · October 2026 – October 2027
Complete your details and select your ticket package. Your 12-month Flexible Membership is free. You only pay for your selected training tickets.
Once you have your Flexible Membership and tickets, choose an available academy session and complete your booking through Eventbrite. Your Eventbrite confirmation provides the booking details for your selected session.
BOOK YOUR SESSIONWE BRING THE RANGE TO YOU.
What are you planning?
Choose your experience
Mobile Fun
A focused mobile archery experience with a professional safety briefing, basic shooting-form instruction, supervised shooting, fun challenges and optional mini-competition.
Mobile Premium
More time for structured coaching, shooting, free-fire sessions, fun challenges and mini-competitions.
Everything included.
Coaching and supervised event operation.
We bring the complete setup to your venue.
Bows, arrows, foam target bosses and safety gear.
We prepare and clear the range.
Short safety and basic shooting-form briefing.
Safe, structured shooting throughout the session.
Optional group challenges.
Optional competitive formats.
After four completed paid Mobile Archery Experiences, your fifth qualifying experience is free, subject to the offer terms.
WHEN SHOULD WE COME?
Your date is 15+ days ahead. The estimated price below includes the additional 5% early-booking discount.
Your selection
LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN.
Trusted By Our Archers.
Join the growing community discovering Olympic archery in Dublin. See what participants say about their experience at Arktor Archery.
“Gave this a go for something different and ended up loving it. Sezgin is brilliant, very patient and explains things properly without overcomplicating it.”
3 Months Ago“Very professional setup. Sezgin is an excellent instructor, clear, patient and knows his stuff. Suits all ages and is run very well.”
3 Months Ago“Most fun experience of my time in Ireland, must visit!”
6 Days AgoEverything You Need To Know
From your first arrow to structured academy training, here are the questions people ask most about Olympic archery, beginners, equipment, sessions and Arktor Academy.
Do I need previous archery experience?
No. Arktor welcomes complete beginners. You do not need previous archery experience to start.
Your first sessions introduce safety, equipment, basic technique and the foundations of a repeatable shot process.
Explore Archery DNA →What is Olympic archery?
Olympic archery is the target archery discipline featured at the Olympic Games. Olympic competition uses the recurve bow and a structured target-scoring format.
It combines precision, consistency, technical control and mental focus rather than relying only on physical strength.
Learn about Olympic Archery →What type of bow is used in Olympic archery?
The Olympic discipline uses a recurve bow.
Compound and barebow are also important competitive forms of modern archery, but Olympic target archery is based on recurve equipment.
Explore Bow Types →What are the different types of archery?
Modern archery includes several disciplines and formats, including target archery, indoor archery, field archery and 3D archery. Different bow divisions include recurve, compound and barebow.
Each has different equipment, environments and competitive formats.
Discover Types of Archery →How far do Olympic archers shoot?
Olympic outdoor recurve competition is shot at 70 metres.
Distance, target size and scoring format are part of what makes Olympic target archery such a precise discipline.
Explore Archery Distances →Is archery difficult to learn?
The basic skills can be learned by beginners, but consistency takes practice.
Arktor focuses on building the shot step by step: stance, setup, draw, aim, release and follow-through.
See Archer Development →Is archery suitable for children?
Yes. Arktor welcomes young archers from age 7+, with coaching adapted to age, experience and development.
Safety, appropriate equipment and controlled instruction are central to every session.
Is archery suitable for adults?
Absolutely. Adults can start archery with no previous experience.
The sport can be approached as recreation, structured learning, technical development or a pathway towards competitive shooting.
Is all archery equipment provided?
Yes. Equipment required for the Arktor sessions is provided, including bows, arrows, targets and the necessary safety equipment.
You can start learning before investing in your own equipment.
What should I wear for archery?
Comfortable clothing and flat, comfortable footwear are recommended.
Avoid very loose sleeves, bulky jewellery or anything that could interfere with the bowstring or shooting movement.
Where can I learn archery in Dublin?
Arktor Archery Academy provides indoor Olympic archery training in Dublin, with beginner-friendly sessions and structured academy pathways.
Explore Arktor Academy →Can beginners join an Olympic archery academy?
Yes. An academy pathway does not mean you need to arrive as an experienced archer.
Arktor's approach starts with the fundamentals and develops technique progressively as the archer becomes more consistent.
View the Development Path →Can I book a private group or corporate archery event?
Yes. Arktor offers private group experiences, corporate team-building and other organised archery experiences with coaching and equipment included.
How do I reserve my place?
Choose the relevant Arktor experience or academy programme, complete the booking form and submit your request. A deposit may be required to secure your place.
Book Your Session →ARCHERY DNA
Understand the sport beyond the bow. Explore Olympic archery, disciplines, equipment, scoring, technique and the principles that make a great shot repeatable.
What Is Archery?
Archery is the practice and sport of shooting arrows from a bow toward a target. Modern archery includes recreational, competitive and specialised disciplines.
- Target Archery
- Indoor Archery
- Field Archery
- 3D Archery
What Is Olympic Archery?
Olympic archery is the target archery discipline contested at the Olympic Games using recurve bows.
- Recurve bow
- 70 metre outdoor distance
- Individual competition
- Team competition
Types Of Archery
Archery is not one single discipline. Different formats change the environment, distance, targets, equipment and competitive demands.
- Target Archery
- Indoor Archery
- Field Archery
- 3D Archery
- Para Archery
Bow Types
Modern archery uses several major bow divisions. Each creates a different technical experience.
- Olympic Recurve
- Compound
- Barebow
- Traditional Bowstyles
Where Do They Belong?
Different disciplines are designed for different environments and purposes.
- Olympic Games → Recurve
- Indoor → Controlled indoor range
- Field → Natural terrain
- 3D → Three-dimensional targets
- Target → Marked target faces
Archery Equipment
A modern Olympic recurve setup is a system rather than simply a bow and arrow.
- Recurve bow
- Arrows
- String
- Rest
- Sight
- Stabilisation
Target & Scoring
Target archery uses concentric scoring rings. Accuracy is measured by where the arrow lands on the target.
- Target face
- Scoring zones
- Ends and arrows
- Individual scoring
- Team formats
Archery Distances
Distance depends on the discipline and competition format. Olympic outdoor recurve uses a 70 metre target distance.
- Olympic outdoor → 70 m
- Indoor → shorter controlled distance
- Field → varying distances
- 3D → course-dependent distances
The Shot Process
Consistent archery is built through a repeatable sequence rather than simply aiming harder.
- Stance
- Nock
- Set
- Draw
- Aim
- Release & Follow Through
Why Archery Requires Focus
The sport combines physical control with concentration, timing and repeatability.
- Body awareness
- Controlled breathing
- Technical consistency
- Attention under pressure
Process Over Outcome
A good archer does not build every shot around the hope of hitting the centre. The focus is on executing the process consistently.
Master The Process.
Build the same structure, the same sequence and the same controlled execution — shot after shot.
ARCHERY DNA is ARKTOR's educational knowledge series — designed to help beginners understand the sport before they step onto the shooting line.
ARCHER DEVELOPMENT
Every archer develops differently. ARKTOR uses a progressive training framework that moves from first contact with the bow toward technical consistency, performance and long-term mastery.
Discovery
The first contact with archery. Learn how the equipment works and understand the foundations of safe shooting.
- Equipment introduction
- Safety fundamentals
- Basic shooting position
- First controlled shots
Beginner
Develop a repeatable basic shot process and begin understanding how body position affects the arrow.
- Stance
- Grip
- Nocking
- Basic anchor
- Controlled release
Developing Archer
Move from simply shooting arrows to understanding the relationship between technique, consistency and scoring.
- Repeatable shot sequence
- Technical awareness
- Scoring fundamentals
- Consistency development
Intermediate
The archer begins to refine movement, alignment and execution while developing more structured performance habits.
- Technical refinement
- Alignment
- Shot execution
- Structured training
Advanced
Training becomes increasingly focused on technical detail, performance analysis and preparation for competitive environments.
- Technical analysis
- Performance review
- Consistency under pressure
- Competition preparation
Performance
The focus shifts toward repeatable performance, disciplined execution and long-term technical development.
- Performance consistency
- Competition strategy
- Mental discipline
- Long-term progression
Master The Process.
The goal is not simply to shoot further or score higher. It is to build a technically reliable process that an archer can repeat, understand and trust.
Built Through Experience.
A professional journey shaped through physical education, sports management, coaching and the development of archery programmes across schools, universities and sports clubs.
Sports Management & Physical Education
Academic foundation in Sports Management, with professional development in physical education and sports coaching.
Başakşehir Archery
Founded and developed an archery programme, creating structured training and coaching for developing archers.
Altınbaş University Archery
Founded and developed a university archery programme, creating opportunities for students to train and develop through sport.
Oğuzhan College Archery
Established an archery programme within a school environment, introducing structured coaching and sporting development.
UPS Sports Club Archery
Founded an archery section within a sports club environment, supporting structured training and athlete development.
Arktor Archery Academy
Founded Arktor Archery Academy in Dublin, developing a modern coaching environment focused on Olympic archery, technical progression and long-term athlete development.









