Have-a-go
As a club we exist to provide facilities for our members, but we do like to promote our sport so during the summer months we find ways to let people try archery.
In the past we have provided have-a-go sessions at Fairs and Fetes, however we are not a commercial organisation and a few members have been giving up their own time and transport to support these events, so we have reluctantly decided that we can no longer accept requests for have-a-gos, other than through a club member who is willing to sponsor and organise our presence at the event.
We realise that this may be a disappointment for people who just want to see if our sport is suitable for them without committing to a course of lessons, so we have made some changes to the way in which we provide have-a-go opportunities; please see below.
Taster Sessions
Taster sessions are normally held on the 3rd Saturday of the month from April to September, although we can sometimes move the day and time around to suit the needs of groups of more than 6. Sessions are suitable for anyone over the age of 12 (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian if 16 or under), last 2 hours and cost £15 per person, reducing to £12.50 per person for groups of 5 or more booked at the same time. The price includes tea/coffee, equipment loan and tuition. For more information please email us on the contact page.
Beginner Lessons
Archery is a sport, not a game and can be dangerous to you and to others if not done correctly so you must be trained to take part (even experienced archers wishing to join the club are assessed by an experienced club member). This year we are running two sets of beginner lessons, the first session commencing on Monday 30th April 2012 and the second session starting on Monday 25th June 2012. The courses (which must be pre-booked and paid for – you cannot just turn up on the day) costs £55 and consists of six lessons over a maximum of 8 weeks. Each lesson is 2 hours long.
All equipment is provided. Training is outdoors and take place in all weathers. Our courses are very popular and are allocated on a first-come basis. To apply, please email us on the contact page , selecting Beginner Lessons and in the additional information box enter either Session1 or Session2, including your address and telephone number and the date you would like to start, and we will contact you with details. If you are unsure whether Archery is for you, why not book a 2 hour taster session first?
Please note that there is normally a minimum age of 12 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian who is also participating in the course; we cannot in any event accept children less than 10 years old. Juniors between 12 and 16 must have a parent or guardian present on the field during the lessons but not necessarily participating in the course. Once a member of the club, a parent or guardian (or a responsible adult representing the parent or guardian) must be present at all times when shooting until the archer reaches 16.
