Pacifica Archery

10/09/2024

Were only a few months away from the highly anticipated Bay Area Open! If you want to put your archery skills to the test, you can register on our website under the "Events" tab. 🏹

10/09/2024

It's that time again, Archers! Our annual Vegas League is back! If you are hoping to get things ready for 2025 or just looking for some friendly competition, you can register under the "Events" tab on our website. We hope to see you there! 🎯

10/08/2024

Good shooting Sentry.io! Hope you all had fun!

10/08/2024

Thanks for coming out Meta team! Nice shooting.

10/01/2024

Thanks for coming team!

08/28/2024

Hope you had fun Odoo team! 🏹

08/22/2024

Thank you for coming in Genentech! You guys were great!

08/22/2024

Thank you team for coming to shoot with us!

08/13/2024

Last week, the Pacifica Archery staff attended a "Stop The Bleed" training class together. In the event of an emergency, we want to be prepared feel that it is necessary to be trained properly in order to help in the most effective way.

08/13/2024

Thank you for the gift and for celebrating 27 years with us Audria! We have been so lucky to see you progress as an archer over the past 3 years and can not wait to see you grow further in the sport!

08/09/2024

Thanks for shooting with us Pariveda Solutions! Hope you had an awesome time!

08/09/2024

Thanks Zip HQ! Hope you all had fun!

08/04/2024

Happy Birthday!! Thank you for coming in and celebrating with us!!

08/03/2024

Another event in the books! Thank you all for coming back and shooting with us!

08/03/2024

Hey archers! We are collaborating with Lionsgate to get everyone ready for the new Borderlands movie! Come and shoot between August 6-10 and share yourself shooting with " " to get some merch!

08/02/2024

Thank you to the San Mateo Summer Camp for coming in last week! We hope you all had as much fun as we did!

08/02/2024

Thank you to the Zoox team for shooting with us last week!

07/19/2024

Thank you for coming in Zerkada team! We hope you all had a blast!

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July!
Please stay safe while you celebrate!
🥳 🎉 🎊 🍾 🥂

06/27/2024

Thank you Atlassian team for coming in and shooting with us!

06/27/2024

Infinite Ai came through and gave archery a shot! Y'all were great!

06/21/2024

Thanks for coming in last week ! Hope y'all had an awesome time!

11/05/2023

11/05/2023

Archery is a sport that requires a unique blend of physical skill, mental fortitude, and precision. However, even the most seasoned archers can encounter a formidable adversary known as "target panic." This condition can have profound psychological and neurological effects, disrupting an archer's performance and causing immense frustration. In this post, we will explore what target panic is, its psychological and neurological impact, and strategies to combat it.

Target panic is a phenomenon in archery where an archer experiences sudden and involuntary muscle contractions, often causing them to release the arrow prematurely. This unexpected release can lead to poor accuracy and, in some cases, even injuries. Target panic can manifest in various forms, such as a jerky release, flinching, or a complete inability to hold the bowstring at full draw.

Psychological Impact:

Anxiety and Fear: Target panic can trigger anxiety and fear in archers. The anticipation of an uncontrolled release can lead to a loss of confidence and heightened anxiety during competitions or practice.

Confidence Erosion: Frequent occurrences of target panic can erode an archer's self-confidence, making them doubt their abilities and negatively impacting their overall performance.

Frustration: Repeated failures due to target panic can lead to immense frustration and emotional turmoil, potentially causing archers to lose their passion for the sport.

Neurological Impact:

Muscle Memory Disruption: Target panic disrupts the archer's muscle memory, making it challenging to maintain a consistent shooting form. The involuntary muscle contractions can create a feedback loop that reinforces the panic response.

Stress Response: When an archer experiences target panic, the body's stress response system, including the release of adrenaline, is activated. This can further exacerbate the neurological impact by increasing muscle tension and impairing fine motor control.

Combatting Target Panic:

Seek Professional Guidance: Archers struggling with target panic should consider seeking help from a qualified coach or sports psychologist. They can provide tailored strategies to address the psychological aspects of target panic.

Mental Training: Mental training techniques, such as visualization, relaxation exercises, and mindfulness, can help archers manage anxiety and regain control over their shooting process.

Try my "Stop Target Panic Now" Mp3 https://archerymentalmastery.com/index.php/stop-target-panic-now/

Gradual Progression: Archers can gradually retrain their muscle memory and regain confidence by starting at shorter draw lengths and distances before gradually working back up to their full potential.

Physical Conditioning: Building strength and endurance in the relevant muscle groups can improve an archer's ability to hold the bowstring at full draw and resist the urge to release prematurely.

Target panic is a formidable challenge in the world of archery, affecting both an archer's psychological well-being and neurological control. However, with dedication, professional guidance, and a commitment to mental and physical training, archers can overcome target panic and rediscover their passion for the sport. By understanding the psychological and neurological aspects of this condition, archers can take concrete steps toward achieving greater precision and consistency in their shots.

11/02/2023

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