Heights Archery Academy
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If your looking to give archery a try or you want to start winning gold medals, Heights Archery Academy has a program suited to your needs!
We offer classes for beginners who have never held a bow, 6-month development programs for high-level competitors, and everything in between. Certified Archery instructors who help design programs that set our athletes on the path to success run all of our classes.
I have never shot a bow, which class is right for me?
The 5-week beginner archery class is the perfect choice for you. This 5-week program focuses on basic archery shooting fundamentals, archery range shooting procedures and rules, archery range etiquette, SAFETY, and of course, FUN! By the end of program you will certainly get a good feel for what archery has to offer.
How old do you have to be?
We take students at 8 years old and up for all of our intermediate 1 lessons.
Students 6 years old and up are welcome to join our beginner lessons.
Our intermediate 2 and advanced classes are determined by the archer’s development and skill level.
Adult lessons are ages 18 and up.
I have my own bow and have been shooting a little bit, should I still take the beginners class?
Archers with some experience can either take the beginners class or jump right into the Intermediate 1 class. If you are not sure where you should start please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the available options for you.
When are the classes offered?
Classes are offered from September through May but the dates vary depending on the class. Below is a general guideline of class times, but please check here for class schedules and start dates.
Beginner 5-Week Class- Tuesdays 6-7pm or Thursdays 6pm-7pm
Intermediate 1 10-Week Class- Monday Evenings (6-7pm, 7-8pm) Wednesday Evenings (6-7pm and 7-8pm), and Saturday Mornings (9-10am, 10-11am, 11am-12pm)
Intermediate 2 10-Week Class- Tuesdays 7pm-8pm or 8pm-9pm
Adult Archery Classes 10 Week- Mondays 8pm-9pm or Wednesdays 8pm-9pm
How much does it cost?
The cost of the classes depends on what program you're in. Below is the fee schedule for the different class levels.
Beginner 5-Week Class - $65.00
Intermediate 1 10-Week Class - $115.00
Intermediate 2 10-Week Class - $115.00
Adult Class 10-Week Class- $115.00
Do I need my own equipment?
For the Beginner, Intermediate 1 and Adult classes all the equipment will be provided to the students. Once the students reach the Intermediate 2 class and beyond, they require their own equipment.
Class Descriptions
Introduction / Beginner
- Brand new to Archery!
- Learn basic shooting fundamentals
- Focus on Safety
- Learn proper archery range procedures and etiquette
- All equipment will be provided
- 12 students maximum per class
- Certified Instructors
Intermediate 1 / Adult
- For students with some basic archery experience
- Have completed the 5 week Introduction Class or Equivalent
- All equipment will be provided
- Students should be focusing on a style of shooting (compound or recurve)
- Beginning refinements of shooting technique
- Focus on fun and entertainment
- 16 students maximum per class
- Certified Instructors
Intermediate 2
- Students must have their own equipment
- Strong focus on tournament shooting and individual goals
- Equipment selection, maintenance, and bow tuning are heavily incorporated
- Students should be making a decision on where they want to take their archery (Recreational or Competitor)
- 16 Students Maximum per Class
- Certified Instructors