Classifications are important to all archers because they are the best indication of where you are in terms of scoring ability, and provide a benchmark for levels of improvement.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This is a score based scheme for seniors and juniors, shooting the rounds appropriate to their age.  These are the classifications with Elite Master Bowman being the highest level:

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The qualifying scores must be achieved in a calendar year .

Once an archer gains a classification, a badge is  awarded or sent to the archer and their title remains for one year after it was gained.  Claims for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Bowman, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Archer Class are administered by Archery GB clubs.

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Qualifying scores for, Master Bowman, Grand Master Bowman and Elite Master Bowman must be must be achieved in a calendar year at any Record Status tournaments, and a claim form plus supporting results sheets submitted to Membership Services by 31 December.

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You can hold different classifications for different bow types, but you can only hold your classification for the calendar year in which you shot your qualifying scores.

 

You must re-qualify each year to maintain it.

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Gentlemen need to shoot a minimum of 50 yards (imperial rounds) or 50 meters (metric rounds) to achieve a third class score.

Ladies need to shoot a minimum of 40 yards (imperial rounds) or 40 meters (metric rounds) to achieve a third class score.

Juniors need to shoot a minimum of  30 yards (imperial rounds) or 20 meters (metric rounds) to achieve a third class score.

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Further information can be found on the following page Classification Tables and is separated by each bow type

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