Canterbury Archers' Society Inc is a welcoming and inclusive archery range located in Allandale, New Zealand. The club meets every weekend at their 3D Course near Living Springs, just a few minutes outside of Christchurch. The archery range offers a variety of activities and amenities to cater to archers of all skill levels and ages.
One of the main attractions at Canterbury Archers' Society Inc is the target course. This course consists of life-size 3D foam targets as well as speciality targets that are set up to simulate actual hunting conditions. The targets are set at different distances, providing a challenge that goes beyond shooting at a typical target range. The accuracy of each shot and the number of arrows fired are used for target scoring.
In addition to the exciting archery activities, the archery range provides a beautiful natural setting with the sounds of native New Zealand birdlife calling through the trees. This creates a tranquil and immersive environment for archers to enjoy their sport.
The club prides itself on offering a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Experienced archers are always ready to give helpful tips and advice to new members. To encourage beginners, Canterbury Archers' Society Inc runs an introductory course once a month, allowing individuals to gain proficiency in a controlled environment. The club strongly encourages anyone interested in joining to reach out to the contacts page for more information.
The archery range is open every Sunday morning, with registration taking place from 9:30 to 10 am. The address of the Canterbury Archers' Society Inc is 79 Bamfords Road, Teddington, Canterbury 8971.
For those interested in getting into archery, the club offers guidance on considerations before starting. This includes determining the type of archery one is interested in, whether it be 3D target and bowhunting or 2D target (Olympic archery). The club also highlights the importance of selecting the right type of bow and arrows suitable for the individual archer. To avoid wasted expenses and potential injury, the club strongly advises seeking their advice before purchasing any equipment.
Canterbury Archers' Society Inc also provides an introductory course for individuals interested in learning to shoot. This course, usually held on the last Sunday of each month, includes gear hire and teaches the basics of shooting, safety on the course, and gives participants a taste of 3D archery. The cost of the introductory session varies based on age and family status. Completing the intro session grants participants three free rounds on the beginners course, after which normal costs apply.
For those who are new to archery and have never shot before, they are welcome to walk the course with the club to observe their activities. However, attending one of the introductory sessions is necessary for those who have never shot before.
Canterbury Archers' Society Inc welcomes anyone who is interested in joining their club or exploring the sport of archery. They invite individuals to reach out for more information and to arrange a visit to their archery range.
