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Are you a Torontonian looking for an archery range to shoot at? Perhaps you are on a trip and want to fire some arrows along the way? Maybe you want to organize an event or party – there’s those too.
All the same, you’re going to want to find the right range for you.
Besides, not all ranges offer the same things.
Some ranges are suitable for some archers, others not as much.
Some accommodate particular needs or have services that may make one more practical than another.
So, I decided to pull together a list to help you identify where is best for you to visit.
Perhaps more importantly, to help whittle down your search and give you some options for contacting before you even arrive.
So without further ado, let’s begin!
Shooting Academy Canada Ltd
The Shooting Academy is a highly respected range that offers various shooting services; from archery, air/bb gun all the way through to knife throwing.
In regards to archery, you’ll struggle to find a better place to learn archery in Toronto.
Shooting Academy offers a wide range of training and coaching programs; including beginner and individual sessions, group training sessions, and advanced programs up to 8 hours in length (in total).
These are available to anyone ages 6 and over.
All training and programs are given by fully qualified and licensed instructors; all of whom are willing and able to take your skills all the way up to professional level.
And better yet, all equipment is provided.
If you want to just shoot at the range that is available to the public too!
Recurve, Olympic, Longbow, Compound, Horsemen, or Crossbows can be used at the range
You can either do this as a once-off or get on a membership plan for long-term savings and regular use of the facilities.
The Shooting Academy also offers a range of services, such as bow repair, retuning, and restringing.
“Had an amazing time there. We went with a group of 4 and they treated us super well! The space was clean and safe. We will definitely be back and probably get a membership. SO MUCH FUN!”
Google Review
Address: 1510 Birchmount Rd Suite #220, Scarborough, ON M1P 2G6
Contact: 416-551-1610
Website: http://www.shootingacademycanada.com/
Opening Hours:
| Thursday | 1–9pm |
| Friday | 1–9pm |
| Saturday | 10am–6pm |
| Sunday | 10am–6pm |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 1–9pm |
| Wednesday | 1–9pm |
Peel Archery Club
Open 24 hours, 7 days per week, the Peel Archery is a private members only sports club.
They provide access to Ontario’s only 70m indoor archery range and are proactively welcome everyone of all experience levels – from beginner through to Olympian athlete.
Membership does require that you have your own equipment and experience using it, although the instructors can help anyone identify and purchase equipment if required.
Outside of membership and access to the impressive range, that also accommodates 3D targets, Peel Archery offers a range of lessons and coaching programs in recurve and compound bows.
All equipment is provided for such lessons and are suitable for anyone without any former experience or archery knowledge.
“A great place to practice shooting as well as to tune your bow and arrows.
You’ll be able to shoot anything between 1m and 70m, as you can move and position your own target. You can also cut, assemble and fix your arrows using the tools and equipment at the club.
Once you become a member, you’ll gain 24/7 access, so come shoot whenever!”
Google Review
Address: 107 Nuggett Ct, Brampton, ON L6T 5A9
Contact: 905-791-6999
Website: http://www.peelarchery.ca/
Opening Hours:
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
E.T. Seton Park Archery Range
Located in the E.T. Seton Park, you will find this highly regarded, free to the public, archery range.
The target butts at the archery range are made from Natural Tentest, (a wood pulp material), although you can bring your own if desired.
The distances are set at 20 yards, 30 yards, 50 yards, 60 yards, and 70 yards – so there is a lot to offer here depending on your experience level and proficiency.
While you do need to bring your own equipment, there is a great community feel to the range. Where everyone from beginners to Olympic athletes train.
This is a terrific spot to shoot and practice archery; being surrounded by the beautiful scenery of green forests. You can even hike along the Don River on trails – observing a wide range of wildlife along the way.
Archery enthusiasts bring their own equipment to this public spot with practice targets.
“This is a great place you can go for archery and practice shooting any type of bow (but no crossbows) it has many targets at different distances and it’s free and open to everyone. You need to bring your own stuff so be careful not to lose any arrows because if you miss the target the arrows will go into the grass and it can be hard to find it in the field.”
Google Review
Address: E.T. Seton Park, 73 Thorncliffe Park, Ontario
Contact: 416-338-5058
Website: https://www.toronto.ca/data/parks/prd/facilities/complex/1061/index.html
Opening Hours:
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
Archers Arena Toronto
Archers arena is mostly known for its immensely enjoyable archery tag and archery game offering – and that is something to certainly try and check out too.
Particularly if you are looking to organize a party, corporate or other event.
That being said, the arena is also home to a fantastic archery range and offers a number of different archery lessons to interested individuals.
This is a fully equipped range that provides all the equipment you will need on site.
You can practice target archery with 22-29 lb bows, depending on whats best for you.
You can even bring your own bow if it is rated under 40 lbs.
At this indoor range you can shoot at 10 and 18 yards.
“My friend and I went for archery training, and we had a great time! Super friendly place with great atmosphere. All staff were so friendly and accommodating we felt so welcomed and comfortable. The place was really spacious, and our instructor was very friendly and fun. We had an amazing time playing different games and learning tricks! I definitely recommend this place for anyone who wants to shoot some arrows 🏹 we’ll definitely come back for more!”
Google Review
Address: 1140 Sheppard Ave W Suite 3, North York, ON M3K 2A2
Contact: 647-992-7362
Website: https://archersarena.com/indoor-archery-range-toronto
Opening Hours:
| Thursday | 2–9pm |
| Friday | 2–11:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am–11:30pm |
| Sunday | 10am–9:30pm |
| Monday | 2–9:30pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9:30pm |
| Wednesday | 2–9:30pm |
Shawn’s Archery Instruction Toronto
As the name suggests, Shawn’s Archery Instruction is a small, independently owned archery service based in the heart of Toronto.
Anyone is welcome to shoot – whether you would to do so for fun, compete in leagues in competitions, or to simply join a community of archers passionate about the sport.
Perhaps the most notable and valuable component on offer, is the archery training that Shawn (the owner provides).
His training style is widely respected and appreciated by his students.
Shawn offers coaching to anyone at any level; and offers both individual and group coaching based on preferences, skill, and needs.
“I’ve been a student of Shawn’s for 5 years, and Shawn is a great coach and mentor whether you are going for a one-time beginner lesson, or interested in weekly coaching sessions. His classes are affordable and his equipment is in great shape”.
Google Review
Address: 60 Bowden St, Toronto, ON M4K 2X4
Contact: 416-702-2724
Website: http://shawnsarchery.com/
Opening Hours:
| Thursday | 7–11pm |
| Friday | 6–10pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 7–11pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
Finally
Toronto has a number of excellent archery ranges and better yet, a number of great, certified instructors that you can hire should you want to sign up to a lesson or coaching program.
So, depending on your experience, knowledge, and proficiency and depending on how you are looking to shoot; be sure to contact one of the ranges listed above.
There really is something for everyone here.
And these really are the best ranges in the area – as confirmed by the dozens of positive Google Reviews and experiences documented.
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