Archery set for almost 4 year old

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Hi, my ds is 3 but will be 4 in January and would love an archery set. My local toymaster doesn't sell them so I've looked on amazon but can't figure out what would be the right size for him. I want one with a target and plenty of arrows. Decathlon has one but only two arrows which seems rather crap. Can anyone recommend one please?

You need to check the draw weight/strength of the bow - if it's too high then it will be too hard for your child to use and they won't enjoy it. If it's too weak then there is a chance the bow will break. My DD broke her children's bow when she was very young and so uses a youth one.

You can buy more arrows, and also there are rubber arrow stoppers to go over the ends (I think they're called broadheads).

You may also want to buy one for yourself so you don't have to keep taking turns.

You will also need a backstop and some more targets. Balloons are great fun to aim at.

I wonder if there's a local archery group I could visit. I like the idea of getting one myself!

Check out the national trust online shop. They have a lovely wooden set that would be just right.

The decathlon archery set is fab, my kids love it and you can buy extra arrows.

It's definitely worth getting in touch with a local group if you can. They probably won't be able to teach your son yet. Our local groups have age limits of between 8 and 12 years old. The clubs can teach you the basics, e.g. correct stance, and you can pass this on to your son so that he can practice the basics until he is old enough to take things further. I've found that tuition also helps reinforce that it's a sport/weapon and not a toy, so that can be helpful in teaching responsible behaviour.

@holidaylady I've looked but can't find it on the National trust site :(

Get the Decathon one avd extra arrows.