Archery is a sport which has been practiced in the Emirates for a long time. However, recently, it appears that there has been a spike in the interest levels of especially the younger generation, in learning archery. For example, Abu Dhabi Archery was opened in the year 2014 and has been offering lessons to students as young as eight years old since then. The major appeal of the sport according to the observations of veterans is the fact that archery is a sport which is played individually and not as a group. This means that there is no limitation on the physical requirements to take on the sport such as height or weight. Apart from that, archery also allows people to take up any level of difficulty as they deem suitable in accordance with their skill level. It also helps greatly that just because you look like you are the fittest, victory may not always be yours. Everyone competes on their own level and the least expected person might come out as the most gifted.
The advantages of engaging in a sport such as archery are also many. Especially if taken up as kids, the sport can improve concentration and self-discipline in children. The fact that you have to be both mentally and physically resilient while mastering the art of patience can impact greatly the academic lives of many school-going children. The fact that you have to develop an aim and then consistently try to accomplish it will nurture the quality of concentration and focus in kids while discipline will come in the form of staying true to your cause and staying on the correct path.
There are many 5 Star hotels in Abu Dhabi such as the Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara that will be able to offer you pointers on how to engage in lessons for archery or visit any archery centre during your vacation. Alternatively, some hotels and resorts will also offer archery as a part of their leisure activities for guests to enjoy.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.