This is a great place! The people are pretty helpful there. I actually live closer to a different archery place, like a 30 minute drive, but I make the 2.5 hour commute to get to this archery place because I love the rates & the helpful community. They don't charge by the hour. They charge 1 flat rate, have a student discount, and also a discount if you have your own bow.
I had a bow that was too small for me & they helped me pick a length and draw weight for a new bow. They have helpful staff who adjust my draw weight if it's too heavy and even showed me how to fix the sight & everything on the bow.
Not only are the staff helpful, but the other customers. They won't think twice about helping me if I ask. Sometimes I get different advice from different people, but you just have to follow the one who gives the best advice. It can get busy, but it doesn't feel too tight. It has a lot more lanes than (about twice as many) the one in Mamaroneck. There's a beginner set of lanes (about 5) and the rest are long range. The lanes go up to 15 if I recall correctly. I love that they (staff & even veteran archers) watch you & offer corrections if needed and praise you if you're doing something well. This place has been the best experience I have had in archery from my beginner days to now. They don't seem to only give instructions based on gender... because when I brought my boyfriend there some time last year, they helped him just as they would have helped me.
If there are a lot of new learners, they may add an extra close range set of 2 or 3 lanes, and they are safe too. We have a set of rules to follow. Waiting to pick up the arrows, standing behind the table if not shooting, 5 arrow max per round etc. It's all for safety.
I spend hours there, so I usually order food (delivery or many food places across the street) when I'm there & they have tables to sit at & eat. They also sell candy & drinks if you don't want anything heavy.
I started out at close range, then moved to long range. There was even one day where I came in and set up, then went to shoot long range and got a bulls-eye. I couldn't see, but someone said I had and not to shoot again for that paper. I went up and it was a bulls-eye. I got a new paper and went to shoot again, then got a bulls-eye again...lol, it happened 3 times in a row before the nerves got to me, haha (everyone was totally watching). But I haven't been back since work and school is taking up so much of my free time and I spend HOURS there. Can't wait to go back when exams let up!
If you can get there and have a choice between Mamaroneck and Here...go here! You'll regret going to the other one if you need any form of...
Read moreI never leave reviews for any business good or bad. However, I have to give credit where credit is due. Ive purchased a few bows here and I have had some friends do the same. Having been coming here for 11 years on and off I can say that the service and selection here as always been top notch. From walking in for the first time and barely knowing a thing about archery to having bought my latest bow I never felt pressured or sold to. It always been- here is what is on the market, here are the pros and cons of each particular item, this is what they cost and what would you feel would be a best fit for your needs and budget.
Some places may scoff at bringing in an old bow, but when I brought my grandfather's bow to be restrung Joe said "Wow this is in great shape" and restrung it on the spot.
After buying my fiance a bow and getting her ready to go hunting for the first time the staff took their time and showed her proper form and put her on paper in no time.
All in all you will never be disappointed coming in here for sales, service, pointers or just to try archery for the first time through their...
Read moreI've been coming here for about 6 years now, and I'll be around for many more! The place is a bit small and gets packed quickly, but the staff are extremely helpful. Quick lessons if it's your first time shooting, and they'll watch you and offer tips if you'd like. Even the people shooting will offer advice if you're struggling and just aren't brave enough to ask for help.
$20 for equipment rental and a 2hr slot. Best deal compared to other spots! They accept cash and cards. Their rentals are all recurve bows, but I believe you can try some of the compounds for sale and earn a 20% discount if you end up purchasing one. I love how the family of one of the owners are constantly helping out and occasionally shooting themselves. They have a bathroom and a coat rack, so that's always convenient. Great atmosphere and pricing, despite the cramped size! I would definitely recommend coming in as early as possible if you're coming with a...
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