BROOKLYN JOAD YOUTH PROGRAM
Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) is a USA Archery program tailored to introduce, develop, and advance young archers in the sport. Whether a casual hobbyist or Olympic enthusiasts, participants benefit from increased confidence and discipline while having fun learning archery. JOAD programs across the USA have been successful in having kids put down the electronics and learn a new skill. Gotham Archery will run multiple concurrent JOAD programs and is open to students ages 8-20.
Our JOAD program offers compound, recurve, and traditional archers the opportunity to learn proper shooting techniques and range safety. Safety is our top priority at Gotham Archery. We have strict safety protocols in place, and archers are under constant supervision by our SafeSport-certified instructors. Archers will thrive in an environment that nurtures self-confidence, team-building skills, and the ability to focus on tasks. JOAD at Gotham Archery aims to allow our students to enjoy recreational and competitive archery, depending on their interests.
Gotham Archery’s JOAD program offers two distinct classes tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. We believe in fostering a culture of growth and progression, ensuring that every student, regardless of their skill level, finds their perfect fit within our JOAD program.
Gotham Archery JOAD Class Options:
JOAD Club, our one-hour-long class option, is perfect for students who are new to archery or wish to do the sport recreationally. During these weekly sessions, all JOAD Club students will be exposed to each archery style that is offered at Gotham Archery while learning form and technique. We aim to ignite and nurture each student’s passion for archery, ensuring they feel supported and encouraged every step of the way. Equipment is provided if needed.
JOAD Advanced, our two-hour class option, is tailored for students who may have some prior archery experience. Students will join like-minded individuals who are looking to hone in on their archery techniques and form under the guidance of our JOAD instructors. We encourage student who have their own equipment to become USA Archery members which allow them to be eligible to compete in tournaments outside of Gotham Archery. This is not a requirement to join or to participate in our JOAD Advanced classes and equipment is provided if needed. USA Archery Membership benefits.
Gotham Archery SUMMER 2026 JOAD Schedule
Last day of Spring 2026 JOAD sessions will be on Sunday, June 28th, 2026. Our JOAD summer schedule will start Wednesday, July 8th.
CLUB Summer Schedule:
(60 minutes per week – equipment included):
ADVANCED Summer Schedule:
(120 minutes per week – equipment included):
Archers Ages 8 - 9 Years Old
Inquire below for the range requirements for archers 8 – 9 years old.
Trial Sessions
Gotham Archery Brooklyn offers trial sessions for our JOAD program. Students may attend a single one-hour JOAD session to see if they wish to commit to the rest of the month. Trial sessions are $60 per archer Please fill out the form below to inquire more information, availability or to schedule a trial session:
Price: $60 per archer (single 60 minute JOAD session)
JOAD Equipment storage available upon request! $20 per month