Santa Cruz Archery Lessons

Santa Cruz Archery Lessons focuses on one thing: helping archers improve their accuracy and skill, whether you're picking up a bow for the first time or competing in tournaments.

Bonnie and Ed Terribilini are both USA Archery Certified Instructors and active members of Santa Cruz Archers, NFAA, CBH, and USA Archery. They bring real hunting and competitive experience to their instruction.

• •Private Lessons - 1-on-1 coaching to accelerate your progress. Instruction covers form, body mechanics, distance judgment, wind reading, equipment selection, and safety.
• •Group Classes - Shoot with friends, family, or coworkers. Instructors provide individual attention to each participant regardless of experience level.
• •Team Building Events - Structured archery experiences designed for corporate groups and teams. Includes safety, etiquette, and skill-building with guided instruction throughout.

"I went from shooting my first arrows to successfully competing in a club tournament in a few short training sessions. Bonnie and Ed were experienced and attentive enough to calmly observe and offer just the right suggestions at the right times in my development to realize rapid progress that felt effortless." — Steve M.

"She taught us the basics and really paid attention to our form to help us correct it. Braces were provided as well, which is a plus because I've been to another range without the protective gear." — Martin Ko

Repeat feedback across reviews highlights how Bonnie and Ed adapt instruction to mixed-skill groups, correct form in real-time, and create an encouraging environment where beginners see rapid improvement.

Small technical corrections—in stance, release, aim—translate to big gains in accuracy. Their instructors watch carefully and suggest adjustments at the right moment in your development, rather than overwhelming you with information. This approach gets beginners comfortable fast and gets experienced archers competing within a few sessions.