{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"sidebar","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIn January 2015, archery was added to the Adventurous Activity Permit Scheme. Members then had until 31 December 2015 to gain an archery permit using the experience gained from their National Governing Body (NGB) qualification.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIn November 2014, the previously referenced Archery Leader Award ceased to be offered.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"When did the requirements for Archery qualifications change?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EThere is no minimum or maximum age. The maturity and suitability of someone wanting a permit must be considered, as well as the need for them to have the necessary skills and experience.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"How old do I have to be to be in charge of a compound bows activity?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENo. Soft archery is often used as an introductory archery activity and uses equipment specifically designed to be led by activity leaders without any formal qualification.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAlways remember to check and follow the manufacturer\u2019s guidance before using soft archery equipment.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIf you plan to run a soft archery session here are some additional things to think about:\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENever shoot at human or animal targets\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAlways complete a risk assessment\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMake sure you have a designated shooting area and shooting line to help avoid accidents\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMaking sure that all archers have finished shooting before anyone can go and collect the arrows from the targets\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMake sure that those not shooting are behind the shooting line and not at the side of the designated shooting area.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"I want to run soft archery with my section. Do I need a permit?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYou can either\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.archerygb.org/coaches-judges-volunteers/coaches/course-finder/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003Econtact Archery GB directly\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, or you can look for a Scout-based course. These may be found on our \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/events\u0022\u003EEvents pages\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E, on the\u00A0\u003C/span\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.scoutadventures.org.uk/adult-training-and-away-days\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EScout Adventures website\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0or by contacting your local Scout activity centre or campsite.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERemember \u2013 to apply for an archery permit, you do not have to hold an NGB qualification.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"How do I arrange a course with Archery GB?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYes, we would advise that the range is set up in accordance with Archery GB\u2019s suggested range layouts.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EYou can download the latest version of their \u2018Facility Requirements and Specifications\u2019 on their\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003Ewebsite\u003Cspan\u003E. The guide includes suggested layouts and specifications for both indoor and outdoor ranges.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://archerygb.org/files/FacilityrequirementsandspecificationsFinalLOWRES-16543.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Archery Facilities Requirements\u0022\u003EFind out more about this guide\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Is there a suggested or preferred archery range layout I should use?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENo, the ban on shooting at human and animal shaped targets is still in place.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Can I now shoot at human and animal shaped targets?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EAny target that looks like a human, skeletal or otherwise, cannot be shot at as part of a Scout activity or on Scout owned property. UK Scout Headquarters advises extreme sensitivity when using targets with liquid inside, especially taking into consideration the risk of a young person fainting or becoming distressed at the sight of \u2018blood\u2019 whilst still holding a bow.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"What about zombie motifs? Can I use targets which shoot red liquid out when they are shot?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ENo.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/span\u003EPOR rule 9.11.1\u003Cspan\u003E\u00A0and the banned activities rule (\u003C/span\u003EPOR rule 9a.1.2.4\u003Cspan\u003E) state that this activity is not permitted.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERule 9.11.1 and combat style archery were reviewed in 2018 as part of the review of archery and other target sports. Archery GB do not recognise or regulate combat style archery, nor is there another recognised UK National Governing Body or regulating body for this type of activity.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EIt was decided that Archery Tag (and other similar combat style archery activities) should be added to the list of Banned Activities (POR Rule 9a.1.2.4).\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/p\u003E","label":"Can members take part in combat style archery, such as Archery Tag, Battle Archery, Archery Combat, etc.?"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EPaintballing has two recognised regulating bodies in the UK. This is why it was removed from the banned activities list in January 2014. 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