Everything included for £25.
Archery
Adults and children can shoot together, as long as every child is School Year 3 or above.
- 60 minutes with an instructor
- Professional equipment
- Covered shooting lanes
- Certificate of achievement
Good to know
- Private or shared
- Standard sessions are open; private by arrangement
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Your 60-minute session.
- Safety and equipment Everything explained before the first arrow.
- Learn the technique Stance, grip, draw, anchor point, aim and release.
- Scored competition Supervised practice, then shoot for points.
Learn properly, then compete.
Experienced instruction: our team includes a former GNAS Under-16 Northern Counties Archery Champion, and our lead instructor has over 40 years in the sport.
Safety and Equipment
How the bow, arrows and range work before the first shot.
Technique
Stance, grip, draw, anchor point, aim and release, step by step.
Move Back as You Improve
Start close, then progress through about 5, 10 and 16 metres as your shooting gets consistent.
Scored Competition
Finish with a scored round, and a certificate of achievement.
Not About Strength
Good technique uses your back and shoulders, and beginner-friendly bows are used.
Left-handed?
No problem. The instructor adapts the shooting position.
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Practical information.
Everything to know before the day.
When should we arrive?
Please arrive 30 minutes before your session for registration and the safety briefing.
Who can take part?
Age 8 and above, in School Year 3 or older. The minimum group is 4 and the maximum 15.
What should we wear?
Comfortable clothes that let your shoulders move, secure closed-toe shoes, layers in the cold. Tie long hair back and avoid very loose sleeves.
What if it rains?
The shooting lanes are covered, so ordinary rain doesn't normally stop archery. Dress for the season.
Is it private?
Standard sessions are open sessions. Private sessions may be available for larger groups by arrangement.
Booking
Standard sessions can be booked online. Call 01757 289322 for private sessions, schools, corporate groups, accessibility or age questions.
Facilities and Parking
Toilets, a food and drinks counter, and free parking on site.
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How much is archery near York?
Archery at Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park costs £25 per person for a one-hour instructor-led session on a covered range, including equipment, a scored competition and a certificate.
What age can children do archery?
From age 8, School Year 3. Adults and children can shoot in the same session.
Is archery suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Most people arrive with little or no experience. The instructor explains equipment and technique step by step.
Read the guide: Archery for beginners: your first session explained
Do I need to be strong?
No. Technique and control matter more than strength, and beginner-friendly bows are used.
Can left-handed people take part?
Yes. The instructor adapts the shooting position and technique.
Does archery go ahead in the rain?
Normally, yes. The shooting lanes are covered, though severe weather can affect activities.
How many people can take part?
Between 4 and 15 people per session.
Are sessions private?
Standard sessions are open sessions. Private sessions may be available for larger groups by arrangement.
Who are the instructors?
Our team includes a former GNAS Under-16 Northern Counties Archery Champion, and our lead instructor has been involved in archery for over 40 years.
Archery near York, Selby and Leeds.
Yorkshire Outdoor Activity Park is on the Escrick Park Estate in Skipwith, between York and Selby: about 10 minutes from York, 10 minutes from Selby, 30 minutes from Leeds and around 5 minutes from the A19. Free parking on site.
Escrick Park Estate, Broad Lane, Skipwith, Selby YO8 5SW- 10minutes from York
- 10minutes from Selby
- 30minutes from Leeds
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