JOAD - Youth Classes

Junior Olympic Archery Development or JOAD for short (pronounced 'joe-add) is part of a national program designed to encourage children's participation in archery. It offers kids a chance to train for competition and get to know other local archers while improving fundamental skills, learning advanced techniques, and perfecting an individual and consistent shooting style.

No experience is needed to join. We tailor JOAD for both the competitive archer and the recreational archer. Our goal is to provide a fun atmosphere focused on critical skill development that foster the development of lifetime shooting skills and a love of archery. Click here for more information.

Private lessons (1-2 people)

Next Step Archery offers hour-long, private one-on-one or two on one (duel) coaching lessons open to anybody - from a complete beginner to seasoned adult archers. Lessons are with either the Team Nock Point members or with Next Step Archery’s Head Coach Bob Hickey. All coaches are NAA certified.

Pricing

Coaching session with Team Nock Point members is $40 for a 1 hour private lesson (one student, one coach) or $60 for a 1 hour dual-lesson (two students, one coach)

Coaching session with Coach Bob Hickey is $60 for a 1 hour private lesson or $80 for a 1 hour dual-lesson (two students, one coach). Each archer will be filmed with state-of-the-art, Multi-View Video Analysis equipment, edited with Dartfish Software. Archers will be digitally recorded and reviewed from 4 different angles, then will be analyzed by both Bob and the archer to greater refine technique. With Dartfish Software we are able to over-lay shots and detect even the most subtle inconsistencies. Each archer will be given a burned CD with his/her shots from the different angles to use for reference. This type of instant feedback is a fantastic tool for all archers!

All equipment and safety gear is provided at no additional costs. Acceptable forms of payment are cash or check. Please make checks payable to "Next Step Archery".

When

Weekdays- Hours 1:00pm – 8:00pm Saturdays- Hours 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Where

At Nock Point Archery in Mountlake Terrace. (See Google Maps)

The Nock Point Archery Range Rules (pdf)

Signup

To sign up Email us at Bob@NextStepArchery.com with the names, ages and skill levels of the archers, the date you would like to attend, and the type of lesson. You will receive an email confirming your spot. Regardless of experience level, if this is the first time shooting with us, please let us know.
Since space is limited by the number of select coaches available, spots are filled on a first come-first served basis. Regular weekly coaching can be arranged. If you have any further questions, please email us.

Group Lessons

Next Step Archery now offers Spring and Summer group lessons starting April 11th, 2010. Groups will be limited to 16 archers max. Any age, style, ability and level of experience is welcome. No prior experience is necessary and all equipment will be provided for you if you don’t have your own. Lessons are with either the Team Nock Point members or with Next Step Archery’s Head Coach Bob Hickey. All coaches are NAA certified.

Pricing

$30 per person—includes range time, all equipment and detailed instruction. Shot routine, form analysis, equipment and technique will be reviewed. There are no additional charges or taxes.

Next Step Archery accepts cash and personal checks. Checks should be made payable to "Next Step Archery".

When

Group archery classes will be on held on Sundays from 1-3:00pm starting on April 11th 2010 and will continue through August 29th of 2010. Please email Bob@NextStepArchery.com to confirm availability.

Where

At Nock Point Archery in Mountlake Terrace. (See Google Maps)

The Nock Point Archery Range Rules (pdf)

Signup

To sign up Email us at Bob@NextStepArchery.com with the names, ages and skill levels of the archers, the date you would like to attend, and the type of lesson. You will receive an email confirming your spot. Regardless of experience level, if this is the first time shooting with us, please let us know.
Since space is limited by the number of select coaches available, spots are filled on a first come-first served basis. Regular weekly coaching can be arranged. If you have any further questions, please email us.

Frequently Asked Questions

No one in my group has any archery experience. Should we still come?

Absolutely! In fact, we know that very few people have shot before, so our sessions are tailored to the needs of complete beginners at any age. Of course, archers who do have experience are more than welcome too!

What should we wear?

Wear lightweight, comfortable, non baggy clothes and flat soled shoes.

Is there a minimum age?

Yes. Children less than 6 should not be shooting in a group for various reasons. If your child is under 6, then we would suggest a private lesson to see if they can properly handle our bows without too much strain and under the watchful eye of a coach.

Can it be held in another location?

No. For liability reasons and logistics, we can only hold an event at The Nock Point archery range. Driving directions and map can be found here.