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Dan Holden

Archery Instructor and Coach

Discover the joy, focus, and skill of archery with personalised instruction and coaching tailored to you.

Welcome

Whether you are picking up a bow for the very first time, looking to refine your technique, or wanting to introduce the sport to a new group, you are in the right place.

As a qualified Archery GB Instructor and Session Coach, I provide supportive, structured, and rewarding archery experiences across the beautiful Cotswolds region.

What I bring to my clients
Archery is more than just hitting a target – it’s about building confidence, developing focus, and enjoying a unique sport. Here is what you can expect when working with me:

Tailored sessions: No two archers are the same. I adapt every session to your personal goals, physical capabilities, and learning style.
Safety first, always: With professional, governing-body-regulated training, I ensure a safe, secure, and comfortable environment so you can focus entirely on your experience.
A passion for progress: From mastering the fundamentals of standard target archery to fine-tuning your form, I provide actionable feedback that helps you see tangible improvement.

Welcome

Whether you are picking up a bow for the very first time, looking to refine your technique, or wanting to introduce the sport to a new group, you are in the right place.

As a qualified Archery GB Instructor and Session Coach, I provide supportive, structured, and rewarding archery experiences across the beautiful Cotswolds region.

Tailored sessions: No two archers are the same. I adapt every session to your personal goals, physical capabilities, and learning style.
Safety first, always: With professional, governing-body-regulated training, I ensure a safe, secure, and comfortable environment so you can focus entirely on your experience.
A passion for progress: From mastering the fundamentals of standard target archery to fine-tuning your form, I provide actionable feedback that helps you see tangible improvement.

Advocate of Continuing Professional Development

MEMBERSHIPS & QUALIFICATIONS

Instructor

Session Coach

DBS Clearance

Activity First Aid

Mental Health First Aider

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme

Advocate of Continuing Professional Development

MEMBERSHIPS & ACCREDITATIONS

Archery GB Instructor

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)

Archery GB Session Coach

Institute of Internal Communication (IoIC)

DBS Clearance

Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence (CSCE)

Activity First Aid

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC)

Mental Health First Aider

European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC)

Certified Group and Team Coach –

In Good Company

Archery GB Instructor

The Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)

Archery GB Session Coach

Institute of Internal Communication (IoIC)

DBS Clearance

Centre for Strategic Communication Excellence (CSCE)

Activity First Aid

International Association of Business Communicators (IABC)

Mental Health First Aider

European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC)

Certified Group and Team Coach –

In Good Company

Approach & Methodology

My approach is practical, human-centered, and results-driven. I combine proven communication frameworks with real-world application, ensuring clients can immediately apply what they learn

Vision

To empower individuals and organizations to communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose—creating meaningful connections that drive trust, collaboration, and lasting impact.

Mission

To support professionals and organizations through strategic communication consulting, training, coaching, and mentoring that inspires clarity, confidence, and results.

OUR CULTURE

For entrepreneurs, by entrepreneurs.

As a Communication Consultant & Coach, I help individuals, leaders, and organizations communicate with clarity, confidence, and influence. My work focuses on strengthening internal and external communication, improving leadership presence, and enabling authentic connection across teams and audiences.

Thank's to our Partners :

My background

My background spans both formal qualifications and active involvement in the local archery community:

Archery GB Session Coach: Trained to design and deliver progressive coaching sessions that help individuals develop their skills over time.
Archery GB Instructor: Qualified to safely and correctly introduce beginners to the sport.
Committee member, Great Rissington Archers: Involved in the local archery community, helping to run and support a vibrant grassroots club in the heart of the Cotswolds. I am deeply committed to ongoing professional development, with a specific focus on making archery truly accessible. I actively adapt my coaching methodologies to support
Inclusion and accessibility: Ensuring physical barriers are removed or minimised so everyone can experience the enjoyment of archery.
Neurodiversity: Creating calm, structured, and clear environments that respect and accommodate different processing and learning styles.

Whatever your starting point, my goal is to ensure you feel supported, respected, and empowered on the shooting line.

AMAZING EXPERTISE

More than 20 Years of Experience.

My professional career has seen me develop a passion for helping communicators succeed in their roles and recognise their full potential.

Value for results

Global experience

Expert perspective

Experienced in business coaching since

year 2001.

Areas of Expertise

Supported professionals in refining their communication style for career growth and leadership success.

Strategic Communication Consulting

Growth up Business with Brand

Build Confidence and Self-esteem

Testimonials

Having a coach during the transition into a new role helped set me up for success. It gave me a valued place to reflect, which powered my ability to build positive team relationships and navigate change in the most helpful way possible. It helped me build resilience and better deal with ambiguity.

Coaching with Dan has given me greater insight into my own strengths and weaknesses. It’s given me practical advice on approaching challenging conversations with peers and leaders.

I’ve gained reassurance about my communication and management style and taken away many actions I discovered during the sessions. Everything from seeking Director champions, approaching change communications, and thinking more strategically rather than going straight into tactics.

Interestingly, what I thought I wanted out of the sessions and my career has evolved during my time working with Dan, not least because of his input and reflections – this is all for the better!

The sessions with Dan have been so valuable, but they felt like catching up with a friend. It’s really quite extraordinary looking at the difference in me from when we started to now, and all without feeling like I was working on myself.

Having Dan as my mentor has been a great support. His deep knowledge, combined with his ability to guide and inspire, has truly transformed the way I work. He has an extraordinary talent for simplifying complex ideas and tailoring them to resonate with diverse audiences, as well as looking at things from a different angle and opening up my mind!

Ready to take your first shot?

Whether you want to book a private session, organise a community event, or simply learn more about archery, I’d love to hear from you.