The Archery Parent Podcast

ArcheryRangesCanada.ca: The New National Directory Helping Archers Find Ranges, Pro Shops & Hidden GemsManisha from the Archery Parent Podcast interviews Josh Kennedy, creator of Archery Ranges Canada, a new national directory launched in January to make it easier to find Archery ranges across …

The LA 2028 Olympic rules are out, and the game has changed. We're sharing all the newly-released details and what Archers and their families can look forward to for 2032 and 2036.

For years, the Lancaster Classic was circled on the calendar as just “another big shoot. It was a great weekend, but just one stop among many. Well, I’ve been talking to the Archers on the ground (including a Classic Champion...

In this episode of The Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha is joined by her son Reece, Canadian National Archer, to discuss the critical yet often overlooked topic of footwear in Archery. He delves into the importance of having the right shoes for Archery, detailing the benefits of shoes with a low…

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha introduces the listeners to the Rocky Mountain Classic with guest Dawn Grozsko, Coach, Archer, and event organizer.They discuss the origins of the tournament, its focus on youth development, and its importance for future Olympians, specific…

Supporting Young Athletes: Insights from Dr. Jennifer Harris on Sport Parenting What if the key to your athlete's success isn't more expensive equipment or extra coaching, but changes in YOUR behaviour? Dr. Jennifer Harris, f...

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha welcomes Kelly Taylor (Chair of WAYC 2025), and Aaron Bull (President of Archery Canada). Together they share a comprehensive guide to the upcoming World Archery Youth Championships (WAYC) in Winnipeg, Manitoba.The episode covers the event'…

Manisha chats with Mental performance Consultant Joe Leszner for this episode. Joe shares strategies for supporting Archers and managing performance pressure. Listeners also get insights from international competitions and practical tips for starting a mental performance journey, including recommen…

Sporty Eleanor: Panic, Perseverance & Podiums In this episode of The Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha talks to Eleanor Rodriguez, also known as Sporty Eleanor. Eleanor shares her journey in Archery, including her struggle...

In this episode, we’re kicking off our new weekly series with the latest updates from the world of Archery. Whether you’re a seasoned Archery parent or new, an Archer, or fan, this is your go-to source for the news you need t...

Organizing International Archery Events: Insights from Adam Taylor Hello Archery Family! This is Episode 7 of the Archery Parent Podcast. Manisha interviews Adam Taylor, former National Team member for Archery Ireland and the...

Sneak Peek

Hello, Archery Family! Welcome back to another episode of the Archery Parent Podcast ! We’re thrilled to have you join us for Episode 6, where we dive into the world of String Making with Julie Bergen , the mastermind behind ...

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, we interview Vanessa Lee, former Canadian national team Archer and current member of the World Archery Communications Team. The conversation moves from Vanessa's initial inspirat...

Supporting Your Archer: Insights from Coach Jody Wacowich In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha welcomes Jody Wacowich, a coach for Jim-Bow’s Juniors and Ignite Archery in Alberta. Jody shares her journey int...

Navigating Archery Life as a University Student: Insights from Lauren Dueñas How do Archers juggle academics and arrows? In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, Manisha chats with Lauren Dueñas about how parents can be...

In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha welcomes Crystal Gauvin, a distinguished compound Archer and coach. Crystal shares her journey into Archery at age 28, going from a beginner to a two-time World Cham...

Supporting Your Archer with Mental Performance Consultant Kiri Cyrelle Meulendyk In this episode of the Archery Parent Podcast, host Manisha delves into the importance of mental performance consulting with guest Kiri Cyrelle ...