Texas Archery Academy

Texans Archery Club operates multiple archery ranges across Texas under the Texas Archery Academy banner. Their newest facility is a 10-acre outdoor complex in McKinney at 2452 E. University (380), featuring covered shooting areas, a 100-yard long-distance range, and a wooded walking course for 3D shooting.

This is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on building archery infrastructure and access. Unlike retail shops, the club reinvests membership dues into range maintenance and expansion.

All new members pay a $100 initiation fee (nonrefundable) that covers member materials, security devices, and target maintenance. Members get:

• •Access to multiple range locations during daylight hours, M-Sunday
• •24-hour access to Shooters Club indoor facilities (member-only)
• •Free loaner equipment at the Academy range
• •Ability to bring one guest per visit ($10 guest fee at outdoor ranges)

Range certification for safety is required before accessing some ranges—members shoot a proficiency test at 10 yards to qualify.

Membership is limited, and a waiting list applies when full. The club requires all members to volunteer at least one hour annually in service to the club or archery community.

• •Elm Fork Outdoor Range – Saturdays, 9am to close. $10 range fee per shooter (cash honor box). Bring your own equipment or book a lesson.

• •Discover Archery Lessons – $20 per person. Saturday mornings at McKinney Shooters Club (1970 N. Central Expwy, #160). Classes at 9am, 10am, and 11am. 45 minutes of instruction and shooting, max 4 people per class. All ages welcome; minors must have parent present. No equipment needed.

Texans Archery Academy runs a ranked progression system for students age 9+. Classes are curriculum-based and include online homework, quizzes, and live shooting requirements:

• •101 – Jr Yeoman ($100/month, Saturdays 12pm) – 210 points @ 5 meters, indoor
• •102 – Yeoman ($100/month, Saturdays 2pm) – 210 points @ 10 meters, indoor

Each rank has a worksheet to prepare for the online quiz and shooting score. Students can try different equipment styles before buying. Certified instructors teach age-appropriate skills focused on physical development, mental confidence, and leadership.

Program graduates are prepared to: - Try out for JOAD and AAA competitive archery teams - Pursue individual recreational archery - Make informed equipment purchase decisions

Parents are welcome to participate. Safe Sport policies are enforced.

Texas Archery runs year-round tournaments and competitive opportunities:

• •Monthly (TAIL) Shoots – Last Sunday of each month. Students earn USA Archery performance awards under tournament conditions.

Major Events: - Texas State Archery Association (TSAA) State Shoot – January 30-February 1 - TFAA SYWAT – February 13-15 - Southern Classic – March. $50 entry, 330 format, pays top 3 placements (50/30/20 split, 70% payout) - Youth Invitational Fundraiser – April. Team event for NASP, school, and scout groups - Bowhunter Tune-Up – May Saturdays. 3D survival course with hunting scenarios ($20 members, $25 non-members) - Texas Cup – June outdoor FITA - Texans 900 – September NFAA 900 Round - TAIL End – November 22, includes Turkey Shoot playoff for cash

Age divisions follow either NFAA or USA Archery standards depending on the event.

Clint Montgomery serves as Director of Texans Archery Club.

• •No guns or drugs allowed on any ranges
• •Minors must always be accompanied by a parent on the ranges
• •Range certification (safety proficiency test) is required before accessing most ranges
• •All members agree to a liability waiver upon application
• •Membership can be denied or revoked at the board's discretion
• •No refunds on dues or initiation fees once approved