The Rules of Paralympic Archery

The target is set at 70 meters for recurve archers and 50 meters for compound archers.

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The target face is 122 cm in diameter, with 10 concentric scoring rings.

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Archers are classified into categories based on their physical abilities: Open, W1, and Visually Impaired.

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Archers use recurve or compound bows. Equipment must meet specific regulations, including bow weight and arrow dimensions.

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Athletes may use assistive devices, such as mechanical releases or mouth tabs, to aid in drawing and releasing the bowstring.

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Each ring has a specific point value, from 1 to 10.

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Archers have a set time limit to take their shots. The rules also cover stance, drawing, and releasing the bowstring to ensure fair play.

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Archers have a set time limit to take their shots. The rules also cover stance, drawing, and releasing the bowstring to ensure fair play.

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The Rules of Paralympic Archery

The target is set at 70 meters for recurve archers and 50 meters for compound archers.

Target Distance

The target face is 122 cm in diameter, with 10 concentric scoring rings.

Target Face

Archers are classified into categories based on their physical abilities: Open, W1, and Visually Impaired.

Classification of Archers

Archers use recurve or compound bows. Equipment must meet specific regulations, including bow weight and arrow dimensions.

Equipment Regulations

Athletes may use assistive devices, such as mechanical releases or mouth tabs, to aid in drawing and releasing the bowstring.

Assistive Devices

Each ring has a specific point value, from 1 to 10.

Scoring System

Archers have a set time limit to take their shots. The rules also cover stance, drawing, and releasing the bowstring to ensure fair play.

Rules for Shooting

Archers have a set time limit to take their shots. The rules also cover stance, drawing, and releasing the bowstring to ensure fair play.

Rules for Shooting