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Beginner Archery Lesson

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30 per session - - Posted Feb 20, 2017

Want to gain the edge before playing Archery Tag? Preparing for the zombie apocalypse (and recognize bows are superior to crossbows)? Watched a little too much Arrow and want to see if you've got what it takes to save Starling City? Want to relive your summer camp glory days?

I'll show you the basics of instinctual shooting before you hit the sand, no previous experience required! I'll provide the equipment and show you the basics of safety, provide some historical context, and walk you through how to shoot both safely and accurately, both for target practice, and for (foam-tipped) battle. Unfortunately the open range I've used previously is no longer happening, so we'd need to use your backyard, or your friend's backyard. Bonus: if we're using your yard or other private space, I can accommodate up to three people! Bring friends!

Training & Qualifications


I am an archery instructor in training, experienced in modern recurve and asiatic composite bow. I'm a hobbyist, to be sure, but have found archery to be a meditative practice that has helped me focus on my goals, and release the stresses of my workweek. I am also about to graduate as a certified coach (March 2017).

Availability & Preferences


Weekday evenings and weekends. If you don't have a yard we can use, we'd be meeting on Sunday between 12:30 and 14:30 for Open range.

Trading Preference: I’m flexible, just hit me up!

Reviews of Owen


Brendon received session of Beginner Archery Lesson from Owen
Mar 11, 2017
Great planning and communication to meet up. Would recommend buying/trading with him.
Alexandra received visit of Blood (Donation) Buddy from Owen
Apr 08, 2017
Owen is a gem and deserves all the blood donation company in the world! Also gave me a great tip to raise my blood pressure so I could qualify to dona...te.show more
Dustin Rae provided Help with Accountability for Owen
Mar 04, 2017
He is very well-articulated and kind!!

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About Owen James

I'm an archery enthusiast, an ex-swimming instructor and lifeguard, an educator, a leader within the federal government, and an associate career/life coach. I've had 11 jobs in the last 10 years (with...in the same organization), and have a gift for redefining my jobs as something that is both rewarding for me and beneficial to the organization. I guess that's just one of the benefits of working in a sector that was the polar opposite of what I had planned during school. I'm also a biweekly blood/platelet donor, and am passionate about getting others out to donate blood regularly. I'm actually one donation away from my 150th! Canadian Blood Services is always in need of donors, and we don't need *all* our blood *all* the time... I normally keep to myself due to a bit of social anxiety, but am branching out after being encouraged to get myself out into the community. I'm hoping Simbi can help me get out, make new friends, and help me learn more about myself by giving me an opportunity to share the random contents of my brain. More insight into me? I used to draw and paint a ton, and have designed quite a few tattoo designs for friends, but my art supplies have been gathering dust for the last few years. I'd love to pick it up again, but I've yet to experience the spark that'll re-light that fire. My next challenge is finding a local maker space nearby to try my hand at woodworking; if anyone out there is willing to take an apprentice for a few hours, let me know!show more

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