I'm a fairly accomplished golfer and end up relating my experience shooting a bow to a first time golfer I run across. Some have alot of good mechanics but really have no idea of how to fine tune them.

I'm the same hack when it comes to shooting my bow. I can make the arrow go where I want to (as far as into a kill zone) but if you ask me how I stand or what my focus is I probably couldn't give you a definite answer.

I guess my shot routine is this. 1) Setup to the line and try to get my body in a straight line with my target. 2) nock an arrow 3) draw while trying to hold my sight on or at least close to my target (in case of an A.D.) 4) wait until I'm still and slowing pull the trigger on my release. 5) try not to move my bow arm, at least intentionally. I try to let the momentum of the release move my arm....usually the bow swings forward a little.

I've had problems with the string hitting my arm upon release and have been wearing a guard until the last week or so. Now I try to put the bow in my left hand at a angle instead of straight down my palm. Seems to help move my elbow out enough that it does not contact the string.

A local shop gives free lessons every wednesday night at 7pm. I may go to a couple to see if someone knowing more than me can help fine tune my form.