MINIMUM AGE: (14+ YEARS*)

• Mostly based on maturity level and physical ability, some archers younger than 14 may have issues with handling a full-size bow, especially if they don't  have prior experience..

• *Students younger than 14 may be accepted based on Initial Evaluation on case-by-case basis, please schedule a chat!

• No "maximum" age!

BOW SPECIFIC NEEDS:

• Must be able to successfully pull a draw weight of 16 pounds or more for at least 30 minutes worth of shooting time.

• Must have the physical ability to shoot their bow for at least 30 minutes while maintaining acceptable technique.

  • For those with less physical capability, you can discuss doing private lessons for strength building/stretchband work before moving on to a proper bow.

PRIOR EXPERIENCE:

• No prior experience is needed! Basic experience is recommended for 1:1 private lessons however.

  • "Basic experience" can be the following:

    • Previous enrollment in an introductory archery lesson at an archery academy lasting at least one hour.

    • Previous enrollment in a school-based archery program.

    • BSA Archery Merit Badge partial (mostly filled)/completed blue card.

    • Self-learning for at least 3-5 total hours worth of practice time.

YOUR "FULL SETUP" INCLUDES:

• Bow (Limbs, Riser, Necessary Attachments, etc.)

• Arrows (Correct Spine + Length for You)

• Safety Gear (Armguard, Finger Tab, etc.)

• Necessary Accessories (Sight, Stabilizer Rods, etc.)

A list of what equipment you should get to start out is available on the "Equipment" tab of this website.

BY DIVISION:

• Barebow Recurve:
  + Must Have Own Full/Rent (If Available)

• Olympic Recurve:
  + Must Have Own Full Setup
  + Some Equipment Can Be Borrowed To Try Out

• Compound Bowhunter/Freestyle:
  + Must Have Own Full Setup

• Traditional (Longbow, Horsebow, etc.):
  + Must Have Own Full Setup

• Starting Out/No Division Yet:
  + Basic Setup May Be Loaned/Rented Out Based On Availability