What you need to know

Who can attend? Archery is a fabulous sport because it is suited to all ages.  Children 10 and over are welcome, and there is no upper age limit.  We have grandparents shooting with (and outshooting) their grandchildren.  We welcome families, and some parents have told us that Saturday morning archery is the only time that their teenager talks to them!  

I have a disability, can I shoot? At the club we cater for wheelchair access to the shooting line.  We are able to accommodate people with physical and learning disabilities, and ask that you speak to the Coaching Coordinator to discuss your individual needs before attending for the first time.

When and where? Classes for beginners are on Saturday mornings from 10 am to 12 noon, and run all year round with a short break over
Christmas.  You will need to arrive around 9:30 am for the 10o-clock shoot. There is a tea break at around 11am, with tea, coffee and Milo supplied by the club. 

We are located at Lot 27 Grant Street, ORANGE GROVE (next to the Orange Grove Pony Club). 

What do I need? The club supplies all the equipment that you will need, including bows, arrows, targets and safety equipment. You will need to wear closed in shoes, and fitted clothing, preferably a T-shirt or polo shirt, no sleeveless tops are permitted.  A hat and sunscreen are essential all year round, and we recommend that you bring a bottle of water with you.  The club also sells cold bottled water for just $1 per bottle.

What happens in class? On arrival, coaching staff will select an appropriate bow and arrows for you.  The first thing you will be taught is our safety measures, as we pride ourselves on an exemplary safety record and intend to keep it this way.  Our accredited Archery Instructors, all with Working With Children certification, will then begin by teaching you the basics, with a staged advancement over time according to your progress.  On completion of the 7 week introductory course you will receive a certificate.

How much? Beginners classes cost $20 per week for adults and $16 per week for juniors under 18.  There is a one-off payment of $2 for temporary insurance that is payable at your first session.  Payments are by cash only on the day.  The temporary insurance allows you to shoot for 12 weeks, at which time you may decide to join the club – we are happy to discuss this with you once you have a feel for whether archery will be the right sport for you.  We advise that you not purchase any equipment, particularly over the internet, until you speak to one of our experienced archers.

Further questions? Please feel free to email our Coaching Coordinator Elaine on secretary@gosnellsarchers.com or phone: 08 9390 8540.  

 Please click to  download Temporary Insuance Form and"Come & Try" application form click on link: Form (pdf)