Styles

Women participate in a variety of different types of archery, including both traditional and modern forms of the sport. Some of the most popular forms of archery that women participate in include:

• Olympic Archery: This is the modern form of the sport that is governed by the World Archery Federation and is competed in at the Olympic Games and other international competitions. Olympic archery involves shooting at a stationary target from a set distance using recurve bows.
• Field Archery: This type of archery involves shooting at targets placed at various distances and elevations in a natural outdoor setting. Field archery can be competed in using either traditional or modern equipment.
• 3D Archery: This is a type of archery that involves shooting at foam animal targets placed in a natural outdoor setting. 3D archery is often used for hunting and competition purposes.
• Traditional Archery: This type of archery involves the use of traditional equipment such as longbows, recurve bows, and traditional arrows. Traditional archery is often practiced for its historical and cultural significance, as well as for sport and recreation.
• Target Archery: This is a type of archery that involves shooting at a stationary target from a set distance. Target archery can be competed using either traditional or modern equipment and is a popular form of the sport for both men and women.

Women participate in all of these forms of archery and have made significant contributions to the sport at all levels, from amateur to professional. There are also numerous organizations and programs dedicated to promoting and supporting women’s participation in archery, including the World Archery Federation and local archery clubs and programs.