Melissa Lackie

Melissa Lackie is an Instructor at Academie Duello dedicated to the art of traditional archery. Her expertise encompasses barebow, ACB (Asiatic Composite Bow), and longbow—the major historical bow traditions we teach.

Melissa’s focused specialization in archery allows her to offer deep instruction in the nuances of each bow type. She guides students through the distinct techniques, histories, and philosophies associated with different archery traditions—from the instinctive, equipment-minimal approach of barebow shooting to the powerful mechanics of the English longbow and the refined techniques developed for Asiatic composite bows.

Her teaching emphasizes the meditative and disciplined aspects of archery alongside technical skill development. Students learn that archery is as much about mental focus and breath control as it is about physical technique, making it a complete practice for body and mind.