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The National Federation is pleased to announce the staging of the National Outdoor Archery Championship 2025, set for July 12–13, 2025, at the Leonora National Track and Field Centre.

This annual tournament represents the pinnacle of local outdoor target archery competition and brings together the nation's best and emerging archers across divisions and age categories. Spanning two intense days of qualification and elimination rounds, the Championship will feature disciplines in Recurve, Compound, and Barebow, across Men, Women, Under-21 Men and Under-21 Women classes.



Event Schedule:

Day 1 – Saturday, July 12: Qualification Rounds (9:00am to 5:00 pm)

Day 2 – Sunday, July 13: Elimination and Final Rounds (9:00am to 5:00 pm)



Competition Categories:

Athletes will compete across three groups: Beginners, Developmental and Amateur

Shooting distances will vary by group and equipment class, ranging from 30M to 70M, with target face sizes adjusted accordingly. Notably, all Recurve Amateur archers will shoot at 70M using a 122cm target face which is the Olympic standard.

To uphold the integrity of rankings and competition progression, athletes who have medaled or excelled at a lower class are mandated to compete at the next higher class. This step-wise approach supports skill development and encourages athletes to grow within the sport.



National Ranking and Team Selection;

Performances at this championship will be recorded in Archery Guyana’s National Ranking System and will contribute toward selection for high-level training squads and future national team consideration. Athletes must also comply with sport integrity standards including WADA, RADO, and NADO requirements.



Format of Play:

Qualification Round: 72 arrows shot in 12 ends

Elimination Rounds:

Recurve & Barebow: Set system (first to 6 points)

Compound: Cumulative score (max 150 points over 5 ends)



Team Events;

Only registered clubs may participate in team rounds. Team categories include:

Men’s Teams (3 same bow type)

Women’s Teams (3 same bow type)

Mixed Teams (1 male, 1 female, same bow type)

Teams must confirm their roster within 15 minutes of seeding announcement.



President of Archery Guyana, Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon stated; “We are proud to deliver another nationally significant event that embodies our mission of sporting excellence and athlete development. The organising team is all set—the field crew, certified national judges, and our IANSEO scoring officials are in position and ready. I invite all archers across the length and breath of Guyana to take this opportunity to test their skill, grow in competition, and enjoy the camaraderie that archery uniquely offers.”

Archery Guyana extends sincere appreciation to Director of Sport, Mr. Steve Ninvalle, and the National Sports Commission for their unwavering support and partnership in advancing the sport of archery across Guyana. The Board also expressed thanks to Honourable Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Minister Charles Ramson, for his support and permission to use the Prestigious Leonora Track and Field Centre. Thanks are also expressed to CEO Mr. Samuel Arjoon of Guyana Beverages Inc. and Oasis Water as the official beverage sponsor.

The Board of Directors also wish to acknowledge the support from Dr. Shannon DaSilva of DaSilva's Optical, Mrs. Alana King and Management of Toucan Distributors and the Management of El Dorado Security Service for their contribution towards procurement of the targets.

Archery Guyana encourages all eligible archers, clubs, and supporters to participate or attend this exciting national event, which continues to raise the bar for competitive archery in Guyana.

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Two Days of Competition, Precision and National Ranking Opportunities at Leonora


Archery Guyana proudly celebrates the continued international representation and excellence of its World Archery Americas' certified Continental Judges, who are serving with distinction at major events across the globe in 2025.

Mr. Robert Singh recently officiated at the South American Open Championships held in Medellín, Colombia from May 20–25, 2025, after the event was relocated from its original venue in Peru. His presence at this prestigious championship further underscores Guyana’s growing footprint in regional and international archery governance.

World Archery Americas recognises Continental Judges as officials who have successfully completed specialised certification, and who consistently demonstrate technical proficiency, neutrality, and adherence to World Archery standards across diverse formats, from para archery to elite continental championships.

President of Archery Guyana, Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, offered high praise for the judges, stating: “It fills us with immense pride to see our Continental Judges actively contributing on the international stage. Robert, Nicholas, and Mohamed exemplify the values of fairness, integrity, and excellence that are the bedrock of World Archery. Their appointments reflect not only their personal commitment but also Archery Guyana’s strategic investment in technical human resource development. We salute their service and look forward to their continued contributions as ambassadors of Guyanese archery.”

As Archery Guyana continues to nurture both athletes and officials, these appointments signal a broader vision of integrating Guyana into the heart of international archery, not just through performance, but also through meaningful leadership and stewardship of the sport’s rules and values.

Currently on assignment, Mr. Nicholas Hing is in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, where he is serving as a judge at the Central American and Caribbean Games Qualifier, taking place from June 16–22, 2025. Mr. Hing continues to earn commendation for his experience and dedication on the archery range.
Meanwhile, Mr. Mohamed Khan has been selected as an alternate judge for the Para World Ranking Event to be held in Chicago, USA from August 27–31, 2025. His confirmation to the judging panel for the Caribbean Development Championships in Trinidad & Tobago, from October 22–26, 2025, affirms his rising trajectory as a respected judge within the Americas region.

![Mr. Nicholas Hing doing an equipment check in Santo Domingo](/images/uploads/guyanas-continental-judges-fly-the-flag-proudly-at-international-archery-events-2.jpg "Mr. Nicholas Hing doing an equipment check in Santo Domingo")


Guyana’s Continental Judges Fly the Flag Proudly at International Archery Events

Hello Friends,



Tomorrow, June 23rd, Archery Guyana proudly joins the World to celebrate Olympic Day 2025 under the theme: “Let’s Move?”

The International Olympic Committee has used its movement and their reach through sport to share the importance of movement, our Federation, Archery Guyana totally supports this concept.

In a world facing rising levels of inactivity and disconnection, movement - through sport, walking, or simply showing up is one of our greatest tools for unity, wellness, and joy.

We encourage you all to take a step, a stretch, a breath, a moment. Movement is your power. If you are gifted with tomorrow, double today’s effort and move with intention.

Let us recommit to:  Move for health, Move for connection and Move for each other.

All are invited to come out on Olympic Day, June 23, 2025 at 5:15pm to the Kingston Seawall with your exercise gear and bring a flag if you can. Let’s Move?



Warm regards,

Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon 

President, Archery Guyana


Olympic Day 2025




Archery Guyana is proud to announce the continuation and expansion of its successful partnership with Guyana Beverages Inc. (G.B.I.), marking a milestone in athlete support and sustainable sports development.

As the official beverage sponsor, G.B.I., under the leadership of Managing Director Mr. Samuel Arjoon and dedicated team, will continue supplying Oasis purified water and the innovative new Altitude sports drink to all national archery events. Oasis, celebrated for its crisp, premium taste, and Altitude: formulated with essential electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium) and available in flavours like Fruit Punch, Grape, and Blue Frost, all offer vital hydration and recovery for athletes.

“Hydration is very important for archery, and any sport overall,” confirms Archery Guyana's President, Mrs. Vidushi Persaud‑McKinnon, who went on to express heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Arjoon and his G.B.I. team, recognising their unwavering commitment to athlete well‑being and sport growth. Their support not only enhances performance but also promotes the Olympic ideals of wellness and excellence.

Guyana Beverages Inc. will continue to support upcoming national tournaments, including the upcoming Outdoor Nationals 2025, by supplying hydration stations and athlete refreshments.

Education & Awareness: Joint campaigns on proper hydration, sports nutrition, and sustainability will be rolled out later this year.

In addition to hydration, the collaboration with G.B.I. is increasingly geared toward sustainable practices.  Their products can be found at retailers nationwide and even though a distributor they facilitate walk-ins who purchase by a case and up at either their Head office situate at Plot 4A Plantation Great Diamond EBD or at the Branch Offices at Palmyra Berbice, Johanna Cecelia, Essequibo Coast.

“This collaboration is not just about sport.... it’s about the health of our people and our planet. We’re eager to align with GBI’s sustainability model and explore opportunities to make our events greener,” added Persaud-McKinnon

Mr. Samuel Arjoon, Managing Director of G.B.I. at the signing of the contract to renew partnership at the Diamond's Head Office declared “We are honoured to continue supporting Archery Guyana. Oasis water and our new Altitude sports drink are designed to help athletes stay hydrated and energised, and we remain committed to supporting sports development in Guyana.”
Mrs. Vidushi Persaud‑McKinnon, President of Archery Guyana opined: “GBI’s ongoing generosity is instrumental in our mission to elevate archery nationally. Their sponsorship enriches athlete performance and reinforces our emphasis on environmental responsibility.”With the renewed partnership, the National Federation, Archery Guyana and Guyana Beverages Inc. will be exploring the placement of recycling bins at competition venues and eco-awareness displays and athlete education on proper disposal and will be seeking to integrate International Days (e.g., World Environment Day, World Water Day) into archery events through small but meaningful actions.


Archery Guyana and Guyana Beverages Inc. Deepen Partnership to Fuel Athletes with Hydration & Energy


On Sunday 25th May, 2024, a simple Affiliation Ceremony and Breakfast Gathering was held at the Grand Coastal Inn. In a warm and symbolic gesture of unity and growth, Archery Guyana formally welcomed Bow Nation Archery Club into its national fold.


The event, hosted over breakfast, brought together the leadership of Archery Guyana and the newly affiliated Bow Nation in an atmosphere of camaraderie, vision-sharing, and commitment to the advancement of the sport.


President of Archery Guyana, Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, in delivering remarks, stated, “Today marks a significant milestone, not just for Bow Nation Archery Club, but for the entire archery community in Guyana.” She emphasised the importance of such moments that embody unity, development, and the shared love of archery.


Mrs. Persaud-McKinnon commended Bow Nation for its visible enthusiasm and initiative. “To the members and directors of Bow Nation: thank you for your passion, your vision, and your commitment to aligning with the standards of the national federation,” she noted. “On behalf of the Executive Committee of Archery Guyana, I extend heartfelt congratulations, and I invite you to continue working alongside the National Federation to ensure archery becomes a strong pillar of opportunity and transformation across Guyana.”


The highlight of the morning was the official presentation of the Certificate of Affiliation to Bow Nation's President, Mr. Jeewanram Persaud, by Mrs. Persaud-McKinnon — an act that formally sealed the club’s standing as an affiliated club of the national federation.


Delivering remarks on behalf of Bow Nation was Secretary Ms. Roshini Boodhoo-Persaud, who expressed sincere gratitude to Archery Guyana’s Board of Directors for their guidance and support. She reaffirmed Bow Nation’s commitment to upholding the values and principles of the national federation and pledged to work in harmony with Archery Guyana in fostering discipline, excellence, and opportunity in the sport.


Mrs. Boodhoo-Persaud also formally introduced the executive members of Bow Nation Archery Club as follows:

* President – Jeewanram Persaud
* Vice President – Juanita Persaud
* Secretary – Roshini Boodhoo-Persaud
* Treasurer – Bibi Gani
* Executive Members – Mehendra Chatargum, Faraad Gani, Melesa Ramnaraine, and Sean Duncan


Also in attendance were Directors of Archery Guyana, Mr. Ryan McKinnon and Mr. Saeed Karim, who expressed their support and encouragement to the new club executives, reinforcing the Federation’s commitment to inclusive growth and collaborative development across all regions.


The morning concluded with light networking and shared dialogue, with both entities looking forward to fruitful collaborations and the continued growth of archery in Guyana.


Archery Guyana welcomes Bow Nation Archery Club into the National Archery Family

Archery Guyana is proud to announce the commencement of the Caribbean Development Archery League (CDAL), aimed at providing a platform for budding archers in the region to compete remotely and hone their skills. Endorsed by World Archery Americas, this initiative was the brainchild of the Archery Association of St Vincent and the Grenadines' President and World Archery Americas Ethics Committee Member, Sanjay Jiandani, and is being run off in several Caribbean countries, which marks a significant step forward for the development of archery in the Caribbean.

The CDAL invites aspiring archers from affiliated clubs across the region to participate in this inaugural event. With no restrictions on the number of entrants, over 30 young archers from various parts of Guyana have already signed up for the ‘Extraordinary Beginner’ Category. This category, designed for archers with three months or less of experience, will see participants shooting from a distance of 15 meters with barebow equipment.

The competition will consist of multiple rounds, with league play concluding on June 24th, 2024. Following the league stage, the top four archers in each category will advance to the elimination finals on July 14th, 2024. The winners will be awarded medals at the CDC event in Jamaica.

On Sunday, April 28th, 2024, simultaneous shooting sessions were held at Essequibo's Motorcross Mainstay facility and the National Gymnasium, with the participation of Archery Guyana&#39;s National Coaches Ryan McKinnon and Saeed Karim in Essequibo and Umasankar Madray, and Jeewanram Persaud in Georgetown. The opening remarks were delivered by Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, President of Archery Guyana, at the National Gymnasium, where she extended her best wishes to all participants and expressed gratitude to the coaches, Board of Directors, sponsors, Guyana Beverages inc., media, Director of Sport Mr. Steve Ninvalle and the National Sports Commission for their support.

Archery Guyana is committed to fostering the growth of archery in the region and looks forward to a successful and competitive CDAL season.

![Competitors from ‘DeChief Archery Club’ and ‘Essequibo Archers'](/images/uploads/competitors-from-dechief-archery-club-and-essequibo-archers.jpg)

![National Archery Judge Mr. Ryan McKinnon and Judge Candidate Mr. Saeed Karim at the Essequibo session](/images/uploads/national-archery-judge-mr-ryan-mckinnon-and-judge-candidate-mr-saeed-karim-at-the-essequibo-session.jpg)

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![National Coach Mr.  Jeewanram Persaud and Judge Candidate Mr. Umasankar Madray at the National  Gymnasium](/images/uploads/national-coach-mr-jeewanram-persaud-and-judge-candidate-mr-umasankar-madray-at-the-national-gymnasium.jpg)


Archery Guyana Launches Caribbean Development Archery League for Aspiring Archers

Archery Guyana will stage an Olympic Solidarity Coaching Course beginning January 17, 2024 and will run until Sunday January 21, 2024. This five-day Olympic Solidarity Coaching Course will be held under the auspices of Olympic Solidarity and in this regard the Board of Directors commended the Executive Committee of the Guyana Olympic Association for the guidance and making this possible for Archery and for Guyana.

World renowned World Archery Coach Trainer, Ms. Ludys Carina Tejada, is a Dominican, who actually started archery as an athlete in 1978-2008, being a recipient of numerous awards and has medalled in a number of events. She is now an Archery Coach who is also a member of the World Archery Development Committee from 2010 to date. Currently, she is a Coach of Santo Domingo Archery school and Pedro Henriquez Ureña University, which position she held since 2014 and has been selected as the facilitator of this course. 

The course will be attended by 20 participants, both male and female, who are all local archery coaches of various levels and work with various schools throughout the various Regions.  Ms. Tejada has tailored a programme to include the basics of coaching juniors right up to the team tactics of senior level competition. President of Archery Guyana, Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon, in giving an update on planning of the event, expressed special thanks to President of the Guyana Olympic Committee, Mr. Godfrey Munroe, Mr. Garfield Wiltshire and Executive Committee members for the provision of an Olympic Solidarity grant, Director of Sport Mr. Steve Ninvalle and the National Sports Commission and the Unit of Allied Art, Ministry of Education.

Mrs. Vidushi Persaud-McKinnon stated that among the topics to be covered in the proposed Agenda are Code of Ethics/WADA, Introduction to what is Archery and what is coaching, the Beginners Award Programme, How to build an Archery session, preparatory movements/ stance and nocking, string grip, bow and hand setting, body preposition, bow rising, anchoring, full draw form, production of forces, full draw form, expansion, aiming/target panic, Para Archery, release and follow through, balance, physical development, psychology, mental and visual and breathing.

The course will be conducted at the National Resource Centre, Woolford Avenue, Georgetown. There will be theory and practical sessions twice per day beginning at 8:30hrs to 12:00hrs and then again from 13:00hrs to 16:30hrs.

Olympic Solidarity Archery Coaching Course to be hosted in Guyana

Archery Guyana’s Continental Judge, Mr. Nicholas Hing, has reported that the 2024 Pan American Archery Championships in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia, held from April 9 to 14, 2024, was a total success. 

"The World Archery Americas team of 16 judges from across the region, conducted the competition with extreme professionalism under the leadership of WAA Secretary General, International Judge and Technical Delegate Sergio Font, International Judges Lais Nunez (Bra), Guille Pistache (Mex) and Ana Luiza De Mesquita (Bra), along with the many others, including retired International Judge and Continental Judge Bob Pian (USA). I was immediately accepted and shown friendship and support by everyone in this diverse group of judges from different regions of the Americas. I have learned so much from each of them and from the experience, since this was my very first International event as a Continental Judge." Hing stated.

"The experience was an unforgettable one, as the Pan American Championships attracts the biggest names in archery, many of them Olympians, and many more prospective Olympians. As judges, we always have to make sure we are aware and updated on any and all rule changes so as to carry out our duties effectively and efficiently. Judges meetings were held every morning before the start of the day’s matches to delegate each judge’s responsibility and we were divided into teams for: equipment checks, line judges, target judges and scorers." He also said.

The Board of Directors of Archery Guyana again extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Hing on his selection to have represented Guyana on the international stage.


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