St. Louis Mom Youth Sports Guide | Archery
Things to Consider Before Signing Up for Archery
- How do you know if your child is old enough for archery? Your child should be old enough to understand safety rules and why they are important. According to USA Archery, archery has one of the lowest injury rates of all sports, but safety is a key factor.
- Archery is a great sport for everyone regardless of age, gender, or ability
- Gear/equipment involved:
- A bow fit to the size of your child
- Arrows
- A quiver to carry arrows
- Arm guard to protect from the bowstring
- Glove
- Target
Want to know if your child is ready for archery and how it can benefit them? This article by Crossbow Magazine has lots of great info!
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ArcherySTL
- Delivers fun and friendly education for youth and adults
- Group classes or private instruction
- Youth and adult teams meet Wednesdays
- Carmen Trails Elementary School gym
Jim Edwards Archery Park
- Archery park open to the public / private lessons available
- All ages
- $50 / hour
- Call 636-282-2380 for details
Missouri Department of Conservation
at Rockwood Reservation: 11715 Cragwold Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
- This program will introduce the fundamentals for safely and successfully shooting a compound bow and will include lots of hands-on practice. Let Missouri Department of Conservation be your guide to exploring a new outdoor skill.
- This program includes archery safety, operation, shooting fundamentals, maintenance, and safe storage.
- This event is for those who want to experience the sport of archery in a structured, supportive environment. All equipment will be provided.
St. Louis Archery Club
Clayton Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110
- Private lessons for ages 6+
- Classes / group lessons held on Saturdays during spring, summer, and fall – ages 8+
- Summer camps – ages 9+
Summit Archery
1164 Decker Rd, Labadie, MO 63055
- Archery lessons on Tuesday nights at 6 pm.
- $10 with bow rental included
- No sign up necessary
August A Busch Memorial Conservation Area Archery Range
3550 Hwy D, Defiance, MO 63341
- The Center offers “archery basics” classes that cover safety, equipment, and shooting fundamentals
- Archery range on site
- No charge to use the archery range
Little Hills Youth Archery
- 301 Tecumseh St., St. Charles, MO 63301
- Teaches the basic steps for developing skills for accurately using a bow and arrow
- Ages 10 – 21
- Follows Junior Olympic Archery Development guidelines
Archery Lessons of Belleville
- Rental equipment is complimentary with the lesson
- Certified locations in Belleville
- Ages 4 – 104
- Also offers lessons in Shiloh, Fairview Heights, Collinsville, Columbia, Waterloo, and other areas
Edwardsville YMCA
- Teaching the concentration, focus, patience, and confidence essential for the safety and enjoyment of the sport
- Equipment provided
- Offered in the spring, summer, and fall
- Little Archers: ages 5 – 6 | Youth Archery: ages 7 – 8 + 9 – 10 | Preteen / Teen Archery: ages 11+
