Beginners Courses

Archery truly is a sport for all, regardless of age and physical ability. If you are interested in finding out more, our beginners courses are the ideal introduction to the sport.

Can children take part?

Our courses are suitable for people of all ages from 11 years old. Note that children under the age of 18 must be accompanied to each session by a parent, guardian or other responsible adult. Please also note that we must be informed in advance of any medical condition or medication being taken.

When do the courses take place? And where?

From the beginning of April until the end of September, courses normally take place outdoors at weekends and comprise two sessions of 4 – 5 hours. During the Autumn and Winter months, courses take place indoors over a period of 4 – 6 weeks on either Tuesday evenings or Saturday afternoons.

The venue for our courses is the Longhill Sports Centre, Falmer Road, Rottingdean, BN2 7FR.

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

All equipment and insurance cover is provided. 

You are strongly advised not to purchase archery equipment before you have attended a course.

If you already own equipment, you should leave it at home. There will not be time during a session to check its condition and evaluate its suitability for use on the course.

What will I get out of the course?

The objective of the course is to provide you with a comprehensive introduction to modern archery. 

Core topics include range safety, correct shooting technique, an introduction to the main types of modern archery, equipment choice, an overview of how the sport is organised in the UK and advice on finding the right archery club for you.

Who will be teaching the course?

Our instructors are experienced archers and coaches, many of whom have represented Sussex, England or Great Britain in competition. Course numbers do not normally exceed 12. The ratio of instructors to students is normally 1:4 and never more than 1:5.

Where can I find more information about the next course?

Details of upcoming courses and fees can be found in our Archery Courses section.  You can also enquire about course availability by e-mailing [email protected].