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Archery GB Instructor course

The Archery GB Instructor Course trains and assesses leaders to deliver fun and safe introductory archery sessions with guidance on how to apply this within Scouting. The course will be delivered by Feathers and Fletchings and a Scout Archery Permit recommendation can be made at the end of the course.

The training you'll receive over the two days is practical, hands-on and takes place outdoors at Gilwell Park. No prior archery experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to learn!

Completion of the course will result in a certificate sent to you by Archery GB as well as a recommendation for a permit, but the permit itself is granted locally. Permits can be restricted depending on individual performance so that archery can still be delivered, but only under specific circumstances. 

Who:

This course is open to both members and non-members. Attendees must be aged 18 and over at the start of the course. 

How much:

Early bird - £230 per person (Available until 8 weeks prior to the course). 

Standard - £250 per person.

Accommodation:

Free camping is available. You can upgrade to shared accommodation in the White House for only an additional £25. This comes with the use of a small kitchen with the following amenities: fridge, hot water, vending machines and microwaves. 

Food:

You will need to bring food for the whole course. Please make a packed lunch as you may not be at your accommodation for lunch.

Where:

Gilwell Park, Bury Road, Chingford, London E4 7QW

Duration:

Two days.

When:

Choose from the following dates:

Saturday 26th to Sunday 27th September 2026 (9am - 5pm).

Saturday 21st to Sunday 22nd November 2026 (9am - 5pm).

If the above dates are not suitable this course is also running at Great Tower. 

Enquiries:

If you have any questions about the course, please contact us at [email protected]

 

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Archery GB Instructor course

This Archery GB Instructor Course trains and assesses leaders to deliver fun and safe introductory archery sessions with guidance on how to apply this within Scouting. The course will be delivered by Feathers and Fletchings and a Scout Archery Permit recommendation can be made at the end of the course.

The training you'll receive over the two days is practical, hands-on and takes place outdoors at Great Tower. No prior archery experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to learn!

Successful completion of the course will result in a certificate sent to you by Archery GB as well as a recommendation for a permit, but the permit itself is granted locally. Permits can be restricted depending on individual performance so that archery can still be delivered, but only under specific circumstances. 

Who:

This course is open to both members and non-members. Attendees must be aged 18 and over at the start of the course. 

How much:

Early bird - £230 per person (Available until 8 weeks prior to the course). 

Standard - £250 per person.

Accommodation:

Free camping is available. You can upgrade to a self-catering building for just £20 per night. All accommodation will be available from 4pm the evening before the course starts until 11am on the last day. All rooms have bunk beds and you may be sharing with another participant on your course. Bedding is provided with our indoor accommodation, but you do need to bring a towel. The kitchen will have everything you need for preparing and eating your meals.  

Food:

You will need to bring food for the whole course. Please make a packed lunch as you may not be at your accommodation for lunch.

Where:

Great Tower, Birks Road, Newby Bridge, Cumbria LA23 3PQ

Duration:

Two days.

When:

Saturday 19th to Sunday 20th September 2026 (9am - 5pm).

If the above dates are not suitable this course is also running at Gilwell Park. 

Enquiries:

If you have any questions about the course, please contact us at [email protected]

 

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Archery Leadership Permit course

The Archery Leadership Permit course is designed to train and assess leaders to deliver fun and safe introductory archery sessions within Scouting. Led by a qualified Archery Permit Assessor, this course ensures you're equipped with the skills and knowledge you need.

The training you'll receive over the two days is practical, hands-on and takes place outdoors at Gilwell Park. No prior archery experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to learn!

Successful completion of the course will result in a recommendation for a permit, but the permit itself is granted locally. Permits can be restricted depending on individual performance so that archery can still be delivered, but only under specific circumstances.

Who:

This course is open to members only. Attendees must be aged 18 and over at the start of the course. 

How much:

Early bird - £90 per person (Available until 8 weeks prior to the course).

Standard - £100 per person.

Accommodation:

Free camping is available. You can upgrade to shared accommodation in the White House for only an additional £25 per night. This comes with the use of a small kitchen with the following amenities: fridge, hot water, vending machines and microwaves. 

Food:

You will need to bring food for the whole course. Please make a packed lunch as you may not be at your accommodation for lunch.

Where:

Gilwell Park, Bury Road, Chingford, London E4 7QW

Duration:

Two days

When:

This course runs on the following dates: 

Saturday 3rd to Sunday 4th October 2026 (9am - 5pm).

If the above options are not suitable this course is also running at Broadstone Warren.

Enquiries:

If you have any questions about the course, please contact us at [email protected]

 

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Archery Leadership Permit course

The Archery Leadership Permit course is designed to train and assess leaders to deliver fun and safe introductory archery sessions within Scouting. Led by a qualified Archery Permit Assessor, this course ensures you're equipped with the skills and knowledge you need.

The training you'll receive over the two days is practical, hands-on and takes place outdoors at Broadstone Warren. No prior archery experience is required, and all equipment will be provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to learn!

Successful completion of the course will result in a recommendation for a permit, but the permit itself is granted locally. Permits can be restricted depending on individual performance so that archery can still be delivered, but only under specific circumstances.

Who:

This course is open to members only. Attendees must be aged 18 and over at the start of the course. 

How much:

Early bird - £90 per person (Available until 8 weeks prior to the course). 

Standard - £100 per person.

Accommodation:

Free camping is available. You can upgrade to a shared indoor accommodation for an additional £20 per night, with the use of a fully equipped kitchen.

Food:

You will need to bring food for the whole course. Please make a packed lunch as you may not be at your accommodation for lunch.

Where:

Broadstone Warren, Lewes Road, Forest Row, Sussex RH18 5JS

Duration:

Two days.

When:

This course runs on the following dates: 

Saturday 7th to Sunday 8th November 2026 (9am - 5pm).

Saturday 23rd to Sunday 24th January 2027 (9am - 5pm).

If the above options are not suitable this course is also running at Gilwell Park. 

Enquiries:

If you have any questions about the course, please contact us at [email protected]

 

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Target sports Leadership & instructing