RE: Considering traditional bow.
oops I see Big Duane beat me to it. Well then I second what he said.
Take your time starting out shooting. Get close and shoot. 5 -10 yards max. If you miss the target get closer. Shoot untill you get tired or shakey and take a break. After getting better close move back. By better I mean your form. Forget hitting the bulls eye etc. Practice dooing everything the same. If you spend time on your form at first it will pay off later.
Most of all have fun at it.