Want to try archery?

At BSAC you can learn archery basics from our fully qualified trainers. We run Beginner Courses throughout the year and will advertise them on this website. Please contact us if you would like to be notified when we are running these courses.

If you have already tried archery or are an archer returning to the sport, you can have an assessment by one of our instructors and apply to become a full financial member on the spot.

In the Beginner Courses you will learn all about the correct techniques and methods to shoot archery accurately and safely, while having a fun and exciting experience.

We recommend all new archers complete the Beginner Courses with BSAC (or another registered archery club) before applying for full membership.

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BEGINNER COURSE

NEXT BEGINNER COURSE: TBA

Beginner Courses are run on a Saturday from 8:50am – 11am at the BSAC club grounds. It is tailored towards beginners who believe they may benefit from more than a ‘one-off’ archery experience. Numbers are limited to 6 participants.

The cost of the Beginner Course is $50 per participant. This covers all equipment hire, training tips from our qualified instructors and temporary member affiliation fees for 6 weeks.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to limited club instructors, we have a list of people wanting to start that we are getting through slower than normal. If you are interested in joining us for a Beginners Course then please email us with your name, email and contact number at archery@bsac.com.au . Please be patient as all management and instructors at the club are volunteers and do this in their free time.

Additional visits during the 6 week temporary membership will cost $5 per visit or $7.50 per evening shoot in winter. (Please note: After 6 weeks, to continue as a full member of Archery Australia you will need to pay an annual association fee).

To shoot in Australia you must be a member of a recognised archery association

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Some benefits of archery

CONFIDENCE
In archery, you can compete against others or against yourself. But the sport isn’t just about hitting bull’s-eyes. Shooting your bow and improving your form with practice also builds self-esteem.

EXERCISE
Besides working your upper body by drawing your bow, you can expect to walk a lot while moving between targets when shooting target archery or 3-D archery. If you don’t walk during practice sessions, Prevention magazine says drawing a bow burns about 140 calories per half-hour, the same as walking at a brisk, 3.5-mph pace.

COORDINATION
Many things must happen quickly to execute a good shot. Place your feet. Nock your arrow. Grip the bow, but not too firmly. Push the bow away while pulling the bowstring. Find your anchor point. Release. Many of these steps take just a few seconds, but each affects your shot. Consistent practice builds muscle memory, and your shooting becomes more instinctive.

STRENGTH
Strengthen your arms, core, hands, chest and shoulders by practicing a proper draw. Trying to draw a bow with too much draw weight can cause injury, so begin by having a professional set your bow to the correct draw weight. As you build strength and skill, increase your draw weight.

FOCUS
Archers learn to tune out all distractions, focus on their form, and release the bowstring consistently. Concentrating during archery practice can help you focus better in other areas of life too. Competing in tournaments is also good practice for coping with high-pressure situations.