Indoor Archery Range

Archery at
Nova

Ages 8 through adult. Recurve, compound, and barebow. USA Archery affiliated coaching from your first arrow to competition.

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Indoor Lanes
2021
USA Archery Club Excellence
JOAD
Certified Program
Archery Programs

Find Your Program

Every program is coached by USA Archery certified instructors on Nova's 20-lane indoor range. Equipment is provided for all beginner classes.

Club membership required. Every ongoing program — JOAD, Adult Archery, Open Range, and Team Artemis — requires a Nova Club membership ($260/year). Try Archery and Explore Archery are the exceptions: no membership needed to give the sport a try. Become a member →
Try Archery
Ages 13+ · Single Session
Try Archery

A small-group introductory session. Learn range safety, basic form, and shoot your first arrows. Range fee, finger tab, and arm guard included.

$75 per session · Equipment provided
 Explore Archery
Ages 8+ · 6-Week Course
Explore Archery

A structured beginner course that takes new archers from their first arrow to consistent accuracy. Coached by USA Archery certified instructors. All equipment provided on the range.

$185 / 6-week course · Equipment provided
 Developmental JOAD Archery
Ages 8–13 · Ongoing
Developmental JOAD

Building a strong foundation in archery fundamentals. One class, one trio lesson, and a minimum of one hour of Open Range weekly. The next step after Explore Archery.

$155/month · $190/month with equipment
 JOAD and Adult Archery
Ages 8–20
JOAD Archery

Junior Olympic Archery Development for youth archers. Structured coaching, achievement awards, and a pathway to competition. Barebow, Olympic recurve, and compound disciplines coached.

From $155/month · USA Archery membership required
 Adult Archery Program
Ages 21+ · Ongoing
Adult Archery

The Adult Achievement Program for archers 21 and older. Enjoy the sport recreationally or progress to competition. Barebow, Olympic recurve, and compound disciplines. Can be combined with Open Range access.

From $199/month · USA Archery membership required
 Team Artemis Women's Archery
Women's Team
Team Artemis

Nova's women-only archery team. A supportive community for female archers of all skill levels to train, compete, and grow together.

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 Open Range Archery
Members Only
Open Range

Practice time on the indoor range for members of the JOAD and Adult Achievement programs. Must be a member of USA Archery and Nova Archery Club.

$210/month, or included with a JOAD/Adult program · Equipment rental $35/month
Your Archery Journey

From First Arrow
to Competition

Nova's archery pathway is designed so every archer — youth or adult — can progress at their own pace. Start with a single session or a 6-week course, then decide how far you want to go.

1
Try or Explore

Single session (Try Archery, 13+) or 6-week beginner course (Explore Archery, 8+). Equipment provided. No experience needed.

2
Developmental JOAD

Build a strong foundation with weekly classes, trio lessons, and Open Range time. Ages 8–13. Own equipment required (rental available).

3
JOAD or Adult Program

Competitive pathway with achievement awards, tournaments, and advanced coaching. Barebow, Olympic recurve, and compound disciplines.

4
Compete

In-house tournaments, Virginia state championships, and USA Archery nationals. Nova archers have earned state records and national top-20 finishes.

Our Facility

Indoor Archery Range

Nova indoor archery range

Nova's dedicated indoor archery range is one of the largest in Northern Virginia — purpose-built for training, practice, and in-house competition.

  • 20 indoor lanes with permanent target wall
  • 9-meter and 18-meter shooting distances
  • USA Archery JOAD certified facility
  • Archery pro shop with bow services on-site
  • Equipment rental available ($35/month)
  • Climate controlled — shoot year-round
One-on-One Coaching

Private & Trio Lessons

Accelerate your progress with focused, individual coaching. Private lessons are available for all skill levels and disciplines — recurve, compound, and barebow.

Trio lessons are small-group sessions (up to 3 archers) that combine personal attention with a social training environment. Ideal for families or friends learning together.

Private: $150/60 min · Trio: $50/lesson · Try Archery 1-to-1: $160 · Must be a Nova Archery Club member for ongoing lessons.

Call to Book: 703-999-8077 →
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Range days, competitions, and JOAD highlights from the Nova Archery Club.

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Common Questions

Archery FAQ

Do I need my own bow to start?

No. All equipment is provided for Try Archery and Explore Archery classes. Once you move into the JOAD or Adult programs, you'll need your own bow and arrows. Equipment rental is available at $35/month, and our pro shop can help you find and set up the right gear.

What age can my child start archery?

Explore Archery is available for ages 8 and up. Try Archery (single session) is for ages 13 and up. There is no upper age limit — we have archers from 8 to 80+.

Do I need a USA Archery membership?

A USA Archery Recreational membership is required for Explore Archery participants. JOAD and Adult program members need a USA Archery JOAD or Family membership. Youth under 18 can get a free trial membership from USA Archery. Nova also requires a $260 annual club membership for ongoing programs (JOAD, Adult, Open Range, private lessons).

What is JOAD?

JOAD stands for Junior Olympic Archery Development. It's a USA Archery program for archers ages 8–20 that provides structured coaching, achievement awards, and a pathway to competition. Nova's JOAD program coaches barebow, Olympic recurve, and compound disciplines.

What disciplines do you teach?

We coach barebow, Olympic recurve, and compound archery. Our coaches will help you find the right discipline for your goals and preferences, whether recreational or competitive.

Can adults join who have never shot before?

Yes. Try Archery is specifically designed for adult beginners (13+). It's a single session — no commitment required. From there, you can move into the Adult Archery program at your own pace. Age is not a factor in getting started.

Do you have an archery pro shop?

Yes — and it’s open to the public. Our on-site pro shop carries bows, arrows, and accessories from trusted brands, with full bow setup, tuning, and repair from an ATA Certified Bow Tech. Visit the pro shop page →

What are your archery range hours?

Open Range is available during scheduled hours for members of the JOAD and Adult Achievement programs. Check the online schedule for current Open Range times. The club is open Monday–Friday 4:00–9:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

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