On November 8, 2025, nineteen students from University of Macau Moon Chun Memorial College participated in an archery experience event organized by the UM Archery Club. The event was divided into two one-hour sessions. During these sessions, participants engaged with the unique blend of thrill and tradition inherent to the sport of archery.

To ensure a comprehensive and enjoyable experience, coaches of the Archery Club began by instructing the participants on fundamental archery techniques, essential safety protocols, and standard range commands. Following this briefing, the students were divided into groups to commence practical shooting. Throughout the session, senior members provided continuous, hands-on guidance, correcting form in areas such as bow grip, string draw, and posture, which enabled the novices to acquire the basic skills efficiently.

The rhythmic process of nocking arrows, drawing bows, and releasing shots became increasingly familiar. Marked improvement was evident as participants progressed from initial shots missing the target to consistently striking the six and seven-point rings. This structured, experiential event successfully accomplished two primary objectives within a condensed timeframe: it facilitated the rapid acquisition of foundational archery skills and fostered a palpable sense of personal achievement and collaborative spirit with every arrow shot.

Text: Dylan Zheng