ARCHERY 101

Course Summary:

This is an introductory course to target archery and the core content of the program covers the history of archery, archery safety, shooting techniques, equipment, mental concentration, and development of core physical strength.  

Course Outline:

Aside from the primary goal of teaching the basic skills needed to learn a traditional, lifetime shooting sport, this course aims to improve student motivation, attention, behavior, and focus.   The program helps students develop their micro- and macro-motor skills in addition to their listening and observation skills. Students will participate in strength training exercises and how to effectively use the stretch band and string bow to further their archery skills and endurance. This is a course that will be enjoyed by every age and is suitable for everyone!

Equipment:

All equipment is provided for this program. The bows we use are safe with a universal fit easy for the student to learn to use and identical for every student. We use the Genesis Original compound bow which has no let-off and is adjustable from 10-20 pounds in draw weight at any draw length and the Easton 1820 aluminum arrow.  Students are able to purchase their own bow and arrows through our program.  

Course Requirements:

Students will need to be able to listen and follow instruction.  Students will wear comfortable clothing for exercise and be required to bring their string bow (provided by Velos) to every class. Closed-toed shoes are required and long hair will need to be pulled back during the time the student is at the shooting line. 

Categories: Core Academic, Physical Education

Target Levels: Grade 4-12

Prerequisite:  

Students will need to be able to listen and follow instructions closely to ensure safety for all partipicting.  Students will wear comfortable clothing for exercise and be required to bring their string bow (provided by Velos) to every class. Closed-toed shoes are required and long hair will need to be pulled back during the time the student is at the shooting line. 

High School Credit: ½ credit for the first semester and 1 full credit if continued through the next semester.

Teacher: Tuesday Class - Colleen Pusateri

Colleen is a retired homeschool mom of three wonderful adults, founded the archery program, Velos Storm Archery,  ten years ago and coached/managed elementary, middle school and high school students during those year. She is a BAI Certified Archery Coach through National Archery in the Schools Program. Velos Storm Archery holds State Championship records in target archery and 3D, as well as records in the top ten archers/teams in the Nation and World. Her love for youth and archery allows her to provide this PE class for those that are not interested or ready for competitive archery.

Teacher: Thursday Class - Abby Zimmerman 

Abby was homeschooled and is an alumni of Velos Storm Archery and   now a BAI Certified Archery Coach for her former team.  

We are offering two different sessions/days.Student will choose either to participate in Tuesday or Thursday session.  These cannot be combined.

Schedule: 

Tuesday 12:00 - 1:00 PM  (10 Weeks)

September 12 - November 28, 2023

Thursdays 3:00 - 4:00 PM   (10 Weeks) 

September 14 - November 30, 2023

September 14 - (Thanksgiving Break November 20 - 24, 2023)

(Spring Break March 18 - 11, 2024)

Tuition: $155.00 per semester  

 **Annual Registration Fee: $75 per student or $125 for family.**