Code of Conduct

• Know and understand all playing and safety rules
• The referee’s decisions on the field are final, respect their integrity and judgement
• Be responsible for your actions and maintain self-control at all times

Safety Rules

• Safety masks must be worn at all times whilst a match is in progress. Only masks specifically approved for Archery Attack are permitted to be used in the league.
• Strictly no physical contact. Participants may never touch another player or their equipment.
• Alcohol or drugs are not allowed on the premises, nor are players under the influence.
• Do not tamper with the hire equipment. If you are having trouble with your equipment, alert a staff member.
• All bows must only have a draw weight of up to and inclusive of 30 pounds.

Unsportsmanlike Behaviour

It is understood that the nature of the game is fast paced and competitive, however it is expected that every player conducts themselves in an appropriate manner. Behaviour that is detrimental to the game will not be tolerated under any circumstance. This includes but is not limited to

• Racist, sexist or homophobic comments directed at the other team.
• Unnecessary roughness, physical abuse, fighting or attempting to assault another player.
• Rude verbal taunting.
• Intentionally inflicting pain or loosing arrows at close range at another players’ face.
• Excessive use of foul language.
• Cheating.

In order to protect players, Archery Attack management and the league organisers reserve the right to deliver official warnings and suspensions to players found in violation of any of the above, and may ask the instigator to leave the playing field or, in severe circumstances, leave the premise.

Protective Gear

The most important and essential piece of protective gear that you need are safety masks. The Melbourne Arena is fully stocked with  If you wish to provide your own mask, it must be a goggle covering a minimum of the eyes and face, and securely fastened around the head with a band. The mask must be meet the ASTM standards for impact resistance and resilience. The mask must be worn at all times whilst a game is in progress.

Knee and elbow pads are permitted to be worn, but must be of soft construction and non abrasive.

Players are permitted to wear bracers or armguards in order to protect their arms from bruising inflicted by the bow string.

Referees have the final say on whether or not the protective equipment is of an acceptable standard.

Bows

At this point, the only bows that players are permitted to use are the recurve bows provided by Archery Attack which have a draw strength of no more than 30 pounds. Recurve bows, by design, place greater strain on the materials used by the bow.

Combat Archery, by its very nature, also has a higher risk of having the bow bump into other objects, in comparison to target archery. As a direct result, only the bows provided by Archery Attack are permitted for use due to the strict quality control that ensures safety of each bow.

Arrows

Only arrows supplied by Archery Attack are permitted for use. These arrows are specifically designed for Combat Archery use, and have been rigorously tested to meet our safety standards.

Equipment Sales

Sale of gear is only open to current, paid league members. Please ensure that you are logged in before making a purchase.

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