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Archery at the RA

​OUR RANGE
Come experience the RA Archery range! Our range has 6 shooting lanes and is currently Ottawa's longest indoor range with a maximum shooting distance of 32 meters (35 yards). Our onsite professional is available to help with answering questions, booking lessons or general guidance. We look forward to welcoming you for a visit soon. 

EQUIPMENT
Our range welcomes all Compound, Longbow and Recurve bows to a maximum draw weight of 60 pounds. Arrows with rounded target points are required, please no broad head or push points (unless pinned). The range is not set up to support Crossbows.

Our range is open to everyone! Individuals wishing to participate in Archery may do so by:
  • Joining the RA Archery Club and gaining access to a number of leagues, events and open range times
  • Booking the range during Non-Member drop in hours, supervised by our full-time Archery Professional
  • Registering in a one-hour Try Archery session
  • Registering for lessons, leagues, seminars or workshops as either a Member of the Club or non-member
In the long run, you only hit at which you aim!
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​Note about accessibility
The RA makes every reasonable effort to ensure that its policies, practices and procedures are consistent with the principles of dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity. However, due to the limitations of the entrance to the range, accessibility issues may arise. Please contact the RA Member Services at (613) 733-5100 prior to arrival to confirm whether we can meet your expectations.
Archery Schedule
You can view the Archery Schedule by clicking below and downloading the full schedule.

For further information, please email Bruce Malmberg directly.
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Join the Club

STEPS TO JOIN
1. Become an Archery Club Member
​​When you join an RA Club you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active Club Members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their Club membership.

In order to join the RA Archery Club individuals are required to complete an Archery Safety Course (separate registration required). Our goal is to ensure all participants are safe and enjoying their archery experience. 
2. Register for an Archery Safety Course
​To continue to enable safe play, the Archery Safety course is a mandatory pre-requisite for ALL Archery Club members (Adults and Juniors). Current and new members will be required to complete the safety course prior to shooting on the range. This two-hour information course, led by an RA Archery instructor, is designed to educate members on RA Archery Range safety.  Completion of this course will provide members access to the RA Archery range on their own. This is a great way for members to expand their range access and remain safe. Parents/guardians on-site supervising during their child’s shooting time must also complete the safety course. Please note there will be no fee for the parent/guardian taking the course.

Fee per session: $30 / RA Archery Club Member
Register with Member Services in-person or by phone. No online registration is available for the
Archery Safety Course.


Winter/Spring Sessions
       
Monday February 6   5:30-7:30pm     
Monday February 27   5:30-7:30pm     
Monday March 20   5:30-7:30pm         
Monday April 17   5:30-7:30pm    
Monday May 1   5:30-7:30pm        
Monday May 29   5:30-7:30pm       
3. plan your visit - Book your lane
​Welcome to the Club! RA Archery Club members are eligible to book a lane during a wide range of times as indicated on the schedule.  Click here to reference the Club Calendar.
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Booking Rules:
  • Lanes can be booked on-line, in person or by phone up to 7 days in advance
  • Members must sign in the binder upon arriving for their session during Member booking times
  • Junior Club members ages 10yrs-12yrs must have an adult present at all times during booking.
Fee: Included in Archery Club Membership

​HOW TO BOOK THE RANGE
On-line - Click here to book your lane.
By phone - Call Member Services at 613-733-5100 to book your lane. 
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS AND FEES
Individuals are required to have own equipment to join. Individuals must complete an Archery Safety Course (registration required) in order purchase an Archery membership. 
ADULT archery club membership
Membership includes access during both the Supervised Drop-In and Archery Member Booking times.

Adult Annual - 12 months from date of purchase
Fee: $325
  
Season: 3 months
Fee: $98
JUNIOR Archery Club Membership (10yrs- 17yrs)
Juniors 10 to 13 years old, who have their own equipment, must be accompanied by an adult and can shoot any time the range is open for practice.  Membership includes access during both the Supervised Drop-In and Archery Member Booking times.

Junior Annual: 12 months from purchase
Fee: $225
New - Add a youth to your Adult membership
Have a Youth interested in Archery? Any Adult who holds a valid Annual Adult Archery membership can register their Youth (10 to 17 years) for an Annual Youth membership for $125, that's a savings of $100!

Experience Archery - Open to members and non-members

Try Archery!

​​Looking to experience Archery but not sure if you want to commit to a registered program or Club? Or maybe looking for a different date night activity or a great family activity?

​The Archery Club is offering “Try Archery” sessions run by Archery Pro, Bruce Malmberg. These sessions are one hour in length and designed to give you a taste of Archery. No equipment required.
Try Archery Sessions
 Ages 10 years and up - Fee per session:  $35

Winter 2023 Sessions
Sunday Feb 5 2023 3:00-3:50pm  1889
Sunday Feb 19 2023 3:00-3:50pm  1887
Sunday March 5 2023 3:00-3:50pm  1899
Sunday March 19 2023 3:00-3:50pm 1896
Sunday April 2 2023 3:00-3:50pm 1884
Sunday April 16 2023 3:00-3:50pm 1882

Monday Feb 6 2023 5:30-6:20pm 1890
Monday Feb 13 2023 5:30-6:20pm  1886
Monday Feb 27 2023 5:30-6:20pm  1888
Monday March 6 2023 5:30-6:20pm 1900
Monday March 13 2023 5:30-6:20pm  1895
Monday March 20 2023 5:30-6:20pm 1897
Monday March 27 2023 5:30-6:20pm  1898
Monday April 3 2023 5:30-6:20pm  1885
Monday April 17 2023 5:30-6:20pm 1883
RA Try Archery

Drop-in Range Times

Non-members may book a lane during the Supervised Drop-In times (available to both RA Archery Club members and Non-Club members).
Supervised Archery Drop-in times
Supervised Drop In times are open for both RA Archery Club members and Non-Club members (indicated on the schedule). These sessions are supervised by experienced Archery Range Officers who are able to provide tips, tricks & pointers as well as be available for Club members to borrow club equipment. Non-members must have archery experience and their own equipment.

Booking Rules:
  • Lanes can be booked on-line, in person or by phone up to 7 days in advance
  • Individuals must check in with the Range Officer upon arriving for all Supervised Drop in timeslots
  • Individuals ages 10yrs-12yrs must have an adult present at all times during booking
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​Fee - Archery Club Member: Included in Archery Club Membership
Fee - Non-Member: $15 (tax included)

HOW TO BOOK THE RANGE
On-line - Click here to book your lane.
By phone - Call Member Services at 613-733-5100 to book your lane. 

Instructional Programs & Training

Ages 10 years and up.  No Club membership required.  ​
​LEVEL 1 – Learn To Shoot Archery Program
Ages 10 years and up
The five-week program emphasizes safety and covers the fundamentals of recurve target archery. Archers are taught the 10 steps of the archery shot: stance, nocking, bow hand, string hand, pre-draw, anchor, aim, release, follow-through and relax. Archers will have a good working knowledge of archery and will be prepared for further development in the sport. Attendance in the first class is mandatory as the safety rules of the range are taught.

Fee per Session: RA Member - $150    Non-Member - $175

Winter 2023 Sessions
Saturday Jan 7 - Feb 4 2023 9:30am - 10:30am 0063
Saturday Jan 7 - Feb 4 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm 0039
Saturday Feb 11 - Mar 11 2023 9:30am - 10:30am 1860
Saturday Feb 11 - Mar 11 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm 1859
Saturday March 18 - April 15 2023 9:30am - 10:30am 1866
Saturday March 18 - April 15 2023 11:00am - 12:00pm

Sunday Jan 8 - Feb 5 2023 5:00-6:00pm 1865
Sunday Jan 8 - Feb 5 2023 6:30-7:30pm 0040
Sunday Feb 12 - Mar 12 2023 5:00-6:00pm 1861
Sunday Feb 12 - Mar 12 2023 6:30-7:30pm 1862
Sunday March 19 - April 23 2023 5:00-6:00pm 1867
*(April 9th is Easter, there will be no class)
Sunday March 19 - April 23 2023 6:30-7:30pm 1868
*(April 9th is Easter, there will be no class)
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Tuesday Jan 10 - Feb 7 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm 0041
Tuesday Feb 14 - Mar 14 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm 1863
Tuesday March 21 - April 18 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm 1869
​LEVEL 2 – Beginner Archery Program
Ages 10 years and up
The Level 2 - Beginner Archery program is a more in depth continuation of the Level 1 - Learn to Shoot program and is recommended for those archers who wish to continue at the club level and/or have an interest in competition. All classes are one hour in length. This program will continue to develop archery technique with emphasis on form. Highlights include an examination of personal form, equipment selection and types of competition.

Fee per Session: RA Member - $150  Non-Member - $175

Winter 2023 Sessions
​Tuesday Jan 10 - Feb 7 2023 7:30pm - 8:30pm 0042
Tuesday Feb 14 - Mar 14 2023 7:30pm - 8:30pm 1870

Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 9 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm 0043
Thursday Feb 16 -  Mar 16 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Thursday March 23 - April 20 2023 6:00pm - 7:00pm 1871
​LEVEL 3 – Intermediate Archery Program
Ages 10 years and up
This course will emphasize refinement of skills developed in Archery - Level 2 and will benefit for those wishing to continue in archery, both recreationally and competitively. Coaching will be given on an individual basis. Equipment is provided although the individual would benefit from having their own equipment to facilitate reinforcing skills outside of the class session. Archers interested in participating in this class must speak to their Archery Instructor before enrolling.

Fee per Session: RA Member - $150  Non-Member - $175

Winter 2023 Sessions
​Thursday Jan 12 - Feb 9 2023 7:30pm - 8:30pm 0045
Thursday Feb 16 - Mar 16 2023 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday March 23 - April 20 2023 7:30pm - 8:30pm 1872

Advanced Level - Gold
Ages 14 years and up
This course is a follow up course for individuals who have successfully completed the Advance Level Red course. Gain a deeper understanding of equipment, your shot process and how to raise your game. Similar to Level Red, this course will be taught by Archery Professional, Bruce Malmberg,  and will run for 7 weeks. Four weeks will be spent in the range and three will be spent in a class setting. Each class runs for 90 minutes. The course will cover; stabilization setup, aiming, focus, stance and balance analysis, equipment selection, setup, individual shot analysis, goal setting, micro tuning and much more. Learn from an expert. 

Courses TBA
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Advanced Level - Red
This course is for either compound or recurve archers alike (intermediate or archers who have completed Level 3.) It is specifically geared to help you achieve a better understanding of equipment, bow sights, bow tuning process, and refine your shot and breathing process. During this 7 week course, 4 weeks will be spent in range and 3 will be spent in a class setting. Each class runs for 90 minutes. The course will cover equipment selection, setup, individual shot analysis, bow tuning, arrow spine selection and construction, string construction, fletching arrows and so much more. Learn from an expert!

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Winter Session: 
Tuesday March 21 to May 2 2023 7:00pm-8:30pm 1873
Fee: $325
Junior Canbow Programs
The Canbow program was designed by Archery Canada for Archery clubs to offer younger Archers. This program will help teach the fundamentals of archery, the equipment used, safety, sport etiquette, responsibility, accomplishment, and physical activity to youth. These skills are vital to ensure a safe sport that can be enjoyed by all. It also contributes to safe practices that can extend beyond the range, as many Canadian archery club members are bowhunting enthusiasts. This four-level program provides a structured activity that teaches young people the value of learning, sharing experiences with others and developing life skills. The CanBow program is an integral component in Archery Canada’s Long Term Archer Development Model.

Knowledge topics include safety rules, equipment terminology, warm-up exercises, basic form, physiology, psychology and tournament preparation, and much more.
  • Level 1: Basic Form and Safety (4 badge progressions)
  • Level 2: Competency and Basic Equipment Knowledge (4 badge progressions)
  • Level 3: Increased Skill and Physiology (5 badge progressions)
  • Level 4: National Skill Level and Tournament Preparation (13 badge progressions)

Youth should have basic knowledge of Archery, either by completing an assessment by RA Professional or by completing Level 1 - Learn to Shoot program. Equipment is available to members of the program or they may bring their own equipment.

Winter Session: 
Saturday Jan 7 to March 25 2023 4:00pm-6:00pm 1874
Fee: $175 

For additional questions on this program or to book an assessment please contact Archery Professional Bruce Malmberg.
new - Competition Training Course
Saturdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm | October - April
The new Archery member competition training course is designed for individuals who hold a valid RA Archery Club Membership and are looking to experience the world of competitive shooting. Training will introduce members to tournament conditions, timing, judging, sports psychology, and tips to help improve form and consistency from experienced certified coaches. To add your name to the list of attendees, please email Bruce Malmberg.
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Fee: Included in your RA Archery Club Membership fee ​​​
Archery Leagues - New Winter Leagues
​Divisions include - juniors, seniors, masters, recurve and compound bow, male and female.  For more details about joining the Archery league, please contact Bruce Malmberg.

NEW  Women's Archery League 
The new RA Indoor Women's Archery League begins the week of Saturday January 7, 2023. The archery league is an opportunity for archers to shoot and score weekly at their own leisure over 16 weeks. This is an excellent way to make friends and get involved in the club. Our, 16-week league is designed to make archery a level, yet fun and welcoming playing field for everyone, no matter how much experience you have. Come on out, meet new friends and have some fun!
Program Barcode 
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NEW 30m Archery League

The new 2023 RA Indoor 30-meter Archery League begins the week of Saturday January 16. Only your 8 highest scores will be used for your average. The highest % of increase between the first 8 weeks and the second 8 weeks will be declared as Club Champion. Archers have a week to shoot a 30-arrow score on whatever day and time best suits their schedule for that week. The archery league is an opportunity for archers to shoot and score weekly at their own leisure over 16 weeks. This is an excellent way to make friends and get involved in the club. Our, 16-week league is designed to make archery a level, yet fun and welcoming playing field for everyone, no matter how much experience you have. Come on out, meet new friends and have some fun at 30 meters!
Program Barcode - 1858
Private & Semi-Private Lessons
Bruce Malmberg, RA Archery Head Professional offers private and semi-private lessons (1 hour). Please contact Bruce to discuss times and goals.
Private Lessons
Archery Club member
non-member
Single lesson
$58
$78
Package of 4 
$188
$225
Package of 8
$310
$365
Semi-Private Lessons
Archery Club member
non-member
Single lesson
$80​ /2 people
$92​ /2 people
Package of 4 
$230​ /2 people
$288​ /2 people
Package of 8
$380​ /2 people
$486 /2 people

Coaching Team

Bruce Malmberg
RA Archery Head Professional
Bruce Malmberg, who was born and raised in Ottawa, has built an impressive career right in our backyard. Bruce has been an active member of the RA Archery Club since 1986, has supported archery in Ottawa as a Provincial level judge, Club chair, coach and mentor; and has contributed endless hours volunteering and promoting archery at all levels within Ottawa. 

Bruce is a NCCP certified Coach and has competed at a high level in his field of Compound Bow. He represented Canada for 9 years as a member of the Men’s Compound National Team, ranked #1 Indoor in Canada for 9 consecutive years, is a 10-time National Champion, a 20-time Provincial Champion, a National and Provincial record holder and the only Canadian Archer to win the Atlantic City Archery Classic, winning it twice. Bruce was also awarded the RA Hall of Fame Sports Award in 2008 and the Ottawa’s Sports Awards Archery Athlete of the Year three times. 

Bruce’s love of the sport has not diminished and he continues to compete in outdoor, indoor and 3D events.
Pro Range hours:
Bruce is on-site Monday through Friday
Please call ahead to make an appointment 
To book an appointment with Bruce:
613-733-5100
bmalmberg@racentre.com
Shawna Muldoon
RA Archery Instructor
National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) Level 1

Shawna, has been involved in archery since 2013.
Some people enjoy yoga or Meditation, Shawna gets the same benefit while shooting.
As well as being an athlete, she is also a club judge, range safety officer, and a NCCP Certified coach.
Shawna enjoys shooting recurve-style bows as well as teaching allowing her to pass on the knowledge she has to others.
Having competed primarily indoors, Shawna hopes someday to shoot in multiple competitive disciplines.
John Clow
RA Archery Instructor
USA Archery Level 1

John is originally from Ottawa but took up archery in the mid-1970s in Northern British Columbia. As is common with so many people, life got in the way of his archery hobby, but after retirement, John was able to take up archery again. He began shooting at the outdoor range and when the weather changed, he moved indoors to the RA Archery Club.

Eventually, John became a Range Safety Officer, often helping evaluate new archers. He has been actively involved with assisting various groups of youths who attend the range as part of their school curriculum. John quickly discovered how much he enjoyed working with the kids and teaching them archery. After becoming certified as a USAA coach John began instructing a variety of archery courses at the RA.
John has been coaching for a couple of years now. He has noticed that his shooting has improved along with the kids… probably because he has to keep one step ahead of them!
Bruce Malmberg Head archery pro
Bruce Malmberg
ARCHERY HEAD PROFESSIONAL
Shawna Muldoon Archery Instructor
Shawna Muldoon
ARCHERY INSTRUCTOR
NCCP LEVEL 1
John Clow Archery Intructor
John Clow
ARCHERY INSTRUCTOR
​USA ARCHERY LEVEL 1
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