For beginners and advanced learners

Extensive range of courses

Instinctive archery is the original form of archery, in which one shoots without a sight, relying solely on body awareness, experience, and mental strength. Our courses – ranging from taster sessions to basic and advanced courses, as well as individual training – guide both beginners and advanced archers step by step along this path. The range of services is complemented by individual coaching and corporate events that combine technique, concentration, relaxation, and team building.

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Perfect for beginners

Our rental form system

At Hood Archery, you can rent bows for 6 months, including a backpack for a deposit; the rental costs are fully credited toward the purchase price, regardless of whether you keep the bow or switch to another later. During the rental period, up to three free limb changes are possible so that strength and technique can develop optimally. Consumables such as arrows as well as finger and arm protection are purchased separately (approx. €100), and of course, we are available to provide advice throughout the entire rental period.

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The evolution of the bow cinema

ArcheryTime Arena

ArcheryTime combines archery with interactive real-time technology and precise hit and score tracking. Archers use their own equipment in animated worlds, courses, and challenges where targets react instantly, such as by shattering, exploding, or falling over. They can compete against each other or work together to master tasks and scenarios.


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Bodnik Bows

CARBON

The Carbon Series from Bodnik Bows – Innovation meets tradition: Experience the next generation of archery with the new Carbon Series from Bodnik Bows. This exclusive collection combines state-of-the-art carbon technology with decades of craftsmanship to create bows that set new standards in both precision and performance.

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Manufacturer

Bodnik Bows

Bodnik Bows stands for extremely robust, traditionally crafted bows from a German family business, where every bow is 100% handmade – without the use of CNC machines. Their high quality and durability are reflected in the famous 30-year warranty, which covers material and manufacturing defects, among other things, and even remains valid upon resale. With this combination of craftsmanship, reliability, and customer focus, Bodnik Bows sets an extraordinary standard in traditional archery.

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Bow type

Longbow


A longbow in traditional archery is characterized by its long, evenly curved limbs without recurve tips. It shoots more quietly and smoothly, with a very direct shooting feel and little technical assistance. The focus is on clean technique, intuition, and the original character of archery.

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Bow type

Recurve


A recurve bow is characterized by its forward-curved limb tips (“recurves”), which store additional energy during the draw and accelerate the arrow more efficiently. As a result, it is more powerful and often faster than a longbow of comparable draw weight. At the same time, it remains compact, easy to handle, and highly controllable. However, a recurve tends to be slightly louder when shot than a longbow.

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Bow type

Hybrid

A hybrid bow combines features of longbows and recurve bows, usually with slightly reflex-deflex shaped limbs. This provides a smooth shooting feel like a longbow, combined with higher efficiency and speed similar to a recurve. It is considered very quiet, forgiving, and versatile in traditional archery.

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Bow type

Takedown

A takedown bow is a traditional bow where the riser and limbs can be separated from one another. This makes it easier to transport, store, and customize, for instance by changing the limbs to ones with a different draw weight. Despite this modularity, the shooting experience remains traditional and direct, making takedown bows particularly versatile and durable. Depending on the model, there are takedown bows with both recurve and hybrid limbs.

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For the Little Ones

Children's & Youth Bows

Children's and youth bows are specifically designed for low draw weight, short draw lengths, and ease of use. They provide a safe, playful introduction to traditional archery without requiring great strength or perfect technique. The sets often contain everything necessary, such as arrows, an arm guard, and a quiver, to get started right away.

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The Hood Archery Collection