USA Archery Level l Instructor Course

The course is aimed at leaders (18 and older) who want to teach the Archery Merit Badge, supervise a range at camp or Cub day camp, or run a quality archery program for Troops or Crews. The course is being sponsored by the Patriots' Path Council. Students who complete the course and pass a written test and practical exam will receive the Level I Archery Instructor certification which is valid for three years and may be renewed.

Instructor candidates will learn to operate a safe yet fun archery range. The course will cover range setup and safety, proper equipment, aspects of good shooting form, and methods of teaching.  Previous archery experience is not required.

The course will be taught in two parts:

• A three-hour, online component through USA Archery; and
• A four hour “in-person” practical portion.

Steps to register and complete the course:

• Register here for the “in-person” practical segment.
• Register with USA Archery for the online portion of the course.  Your cost for that part of the training (about $40) is paid directly to USA Archery. https://www.usarchery.org/coaches/become-a-coach/level-1-instructor-certification
• Complete the online portion prior to the practical segment. The online instruction will last approximately three hours and include a written test.
• Attend the practical, “in-person” segment, which will last about four hours.

Participation requirements:

• Be a registered Scouter and be 18 years or older;
• Attend the entire, two-part course;
• Pass a written test over course concepts;
• Practice working as an instructor during practical training; and
• Commit to assisting with council or district shooting sports within a year.
• Must be a registered Scouter and be 18 years or older.

Contact Tom Ventriglia at thomas.ventriglia@gmail.com for additional information.