Abstract: An archery practice device is disclosed in which an experienced or a student archer can improve upon and learn the skills necessary for effective archery, and increase body strength for endurance with the use of a compact practice device. The archery practice device of the present invention includes a handgrip member having a pair of parallel guide members attached to the handgrip member and extending perpendicularly from a longitudinal length of the handgrip member. The device also includes a pair of elastic cords having one end of each cord attached to the handgrip member though the pair of guide members, and a bowstring attached to the other end of the elastic cords. The archery practice device further includes a sighting pin and is weighted to simulate the weight of a compound bow. In practice, the archer can concentrate on aiming and releasing without worrying that the elastic cords will slap the hand holding the gripping member.