All Classes and Programs are held at the Papago Park Archery Range
Introduction to Archery - This is a free class that is designed to expose youth and adults to the sport of archery. The Class is held once a month on a Saturday( It is important that you check the club calendar for exact dates). You don't have to have your own equipment the club will supply all of the equipment needed. The class is 60 minutes in length and starts at 8:00am( please arrive 15 minutes early for paperwork). The Introduction to Archery class is open to all persons 8 years old an up and we encourage parents to shoot with their children. You need to pre-register for this class. Next Class is November 29th. Go to https://event-manager.compete-at.com/papagoarchery for information and registration.
Beginners Archery Classes - These are 4 week classes designed to get you started the right way. Classes cover safety, proper form and equipment. All equipment needed for the class will be provided. Classes are held on Saturdays throughout the year. Class fee is $50.00 per archer. Class space is limited and will fill up fast. Go to the club calendar for upcoming dates. Registration for all classes are done on-line. Next Session will Start on January 31st, 2009. Go to https://event-manager.compete-at.com/papagoarchery for information and registration.
Junior Archery Olympic Development (JOAD) - JOAD or Junior Olympic Archery Development is a National Archery Association (NAA) program intended to provide archery instruction and competition for young archers across the country. The JOAD program allows young archers the opportunity to get out and shoot with fellow archers of all different abilities as well as participate in local and national tournaments. Through the JOAD Olympian Awards program, these archers can earn incentives as they develop and improve their scores up thru the ranks of Yeoman, Jr. bowman, Bowman, Junior Archer, Archer, Master Archer, Expert Archer, Olympian, Silver and Gold Olympian. Each archer can advance at his or her own pace. Success at each level is dependent on the individual's skill and willingness to apply themselves.
The JOAD program is an effort to provide a basic organizational guide for junior archery activities. The NAA, with its Olympic membership affiliation, is the guiding force for these potential Olympic and international archery contestants. The program is also intended to provide the necessary guidance for the recreational archer who is interested in archery purely for the enjoyment of shooting a bow and arrow. Youth may participate in the JOAD program through the calendar year of their 18th birthday. JOAD sponsors tournaments in which the archers are organized into classes by age group. The Papago FITA Archers' JOAD program is open to all youth PFA club members
The Papago FITA Archers JOAD program is a non-structured class where Archers will shoot on their own but instructors will be on hand to correct and encourage each JOAD member. Instructors work with each Archers to come up with realistic goals and practice schedules. Competition Archery is also introduced at this level. We do encourage that all Archers purchase their own equipment at this time. It is important that archers start using equipment fitted for them and use the same equipment everytime they shoot. If you do not have your own equipment the club can advise you on your purchase.
For More Information on the National JOAD Programclick here
Group and Corporate Events
The Papago FITA Archers Club is now hosting group and corporate archery events. Great for corporate team-building, student group bonding or birthday parties, these two-hour sessions provide a quick and fun introduction to Archery in a casual, low-stress environment. Sessions are set-up to accommodate 10 to 15 people (If your group is smaller than 10 of larger than 15, contact us as we may still be able to accommodate you.) and all the equipment will be provided for you. You don't have to have any Archery experience and your group will receive instruction from National Archery Association (NAA) certified instructors.
Program Details
Who: Your group of 10 - 15 people, ages 8 years old and up. (If your group is smaller or larger, we still may be able to accommodate you. Email us with details to find out)
Dates Sessions last two hours and can be stretched to fit your group's need. and Instructors are available Saturday and Sundays. Spring is Times: the tournament season and is very busy, but we will do our best to fit your group in.
Location: Papago Park Archery Range in Papago Park, 6201 E Oak, Phoenix, Az. The Range is west of the Baseball/Softball Complex located on the North-West corner of McDowell Road and 64th Street.
Cost: $30.00 per person - includes range time, archery equipment. For groups with less than 10 participants there is a $300.00 flat fee. The Papago FITA Archers Club accepts cash and corporate/personal checks. Checks should be made payable to Papago FITA Archers.
Contacts: For more information or to set-up your session please email Mike Cullumber at mcullumber@papagoarchery.com
Group Archery Lessons, Day Camps and Home School Groups
The Papago FITA Archers Club offers Archery classes for youth and adults. Our classes focus on basic archery skills, form, range rules and safety. Classes are for all ages 8 years old and up. Certified National Archery Association (NAA) Insructors teach each class and all neccessary equipment is provided. All Classes are held at the Papago Park Archery Range. The range is located in Papago Park just West of the ballfields on the Northwest corner of 64th street and McDowell. The address is 6201 E Oak St., Phoenix, AZ.
Class Sessions are 1 hour in length and go for 6 weeks. Class size is limited to 20 Archers. Please contact us for available days. There are 3 class time available; 1:00 - 2:00, 2:15 - 3:15 and 3:30 - 4:30. Cost of a six-week program is $70.00 per person. All fees must be paid before the first lesson.
Some of the things your child will get out of Archery (Archery is great for Home School Programs)
Practice respecting other shooters Practice focusing on a single task Practice responsibility learn the concept of accountability (you put that arrow there, it's nobody else's fault Practice discipline Practice math skills (scoring targets) practice scientific procedure (shoot, evaluate shot, hypothesize, re-shoot and evaluate) Practice making changes and seeing immediate feedback on your choices. All of these positive learning experiences are repeated each time an Archers comes to the range. Archery allows children to practice decision making in a emotionally safe setting.
