Concordia, Entre Ríos – April 17, 2026 – The Tiro Federal Concordia club has opened registration for its second archery initiation course, set to begin on Saturday, May 2, 2026, as confirmed by local sports outlet Despertar Entrerriano. The program, designed for beginners aged nine and older, will provide all necessary equipment and focus on foundational skills using the basic recurve bow, also known as arco raso in Spanish-speaking archery circles.
According to the course instructor Alberto Pisacco, the initiative aims to introduce newcomers to the sport through structured lessons covering basic technique, equipment handling, and essential safety protocols. “The purpose of the archery initiation course is exactly to initiate the person who is completely unfamiliar with this sport so they can gain basic notions about what the sport is, archery technique, and fundamentally the safety measures needed to operate on an archery field with the corresponding safety,” Pisacco told Despertar Entrerriano in an interview published April 17, 2026.
The course will be held at the Tiro Federal Concordia facilities, continuing a provincial effort to expand access to archery in Entre Ríos. This follows the success of the first initiation seminar conducted earlier in 2026, which prompted organizers to offer a second session due to sustained interest. Registration remains open with limited spots available, reflecting the club’s commitment to maintaining quality instruction through small group sizes.
Participants will not need to bring their own gear, as the club will supply bows, arrows, protective equipment, and other materials throughout the duration of the course. This approach lowers the barrier to entry for individuals curious about the sport but hesitant to invest in personal equipment before trying it.
Pisacco emphasized that the training will concentrate on the arco raso, considered the most fundamental bow type in archery. “This initiation course is oriented toward what is the arco raso. And well, in the future we will project whether we continue with courses for what is the Olympic recurve bow and the compound bow, which are slightly more technologically advanced compared to the arco raso,” he explained. This progression path allows beginners to build a strong foundation before potentially advancing to more complex disciplines.
Beyond technical instruction, the program seeks to instill broader values associated with disciplined practice. Organizers highlight that archery promotes concentration, self-control, respect for safety rules, and social integration across age groups. These benefits align with the broader mission of the Federación Entrerriana de Tiro con Arco (FETARCO), which was established on April 10, 2021, to develop the sport province-wide through school partnerships, municipal collaborations, and competitive event coordination.
FETARCO’s official documentation notes that regular archery practice improves ocular-motor coordination and contributes positively to cardiovascular health by helping manage risk factors such as hypertension and obesity when practiced consistently. The federation oversees provincial rankings, athlete registrations, and sanctions competitions across multiple formats including outdoor target, indoor hall, field, and 3D archery disciplines.
Individuals interested in joining the course or seeking additional information can contact the club directly at phone number 3456267708. The initiative represents an ongoing effort by local archery advocates to grow participation in Entre Ríos, particularly among youth and families looking for structured, safety-focused recreational activities.
The second archery initiation course begins May 2, 2026, at Tiro Federal Concordia. Prospective participants are encouraged to register soon due to limited availability. For updates on provincial archery events, certification programs, or club activities across Entre Ríos, readers may consult the Federación Entrerriana de Tiro con Arco’s official channels.
As the sport continues to gain traction in the region, programs like this one serve as critical entry points that support long-term athlete development and community engagement. Archysport will monitor registration trends and report on the course’s outcomes following its completion in late spring 2026.
