JOAD Program Information

Archery is an excellent sport for children to participate in. Our JOAD program was developed to provide our youth with a safe, disciplined archery training program. JOAD not only teaches the fundamentals of archery but also promotes the fun and enjoyment of the sport.

PROGRAM CONTENT

Three aspects of archery safety:
  1)  Commands which dictate the flow of archers during their class instructions and in other   archery shooting environments.

  2)  Safety rules that need to be followed during class instruction or in any indoor archery shooting environment.

  3)  Backyard safety rules when shooting outside at home or in other outdoor archery shooting environments.

Basic Archery Forms:
             Stance            Anchor
             Nock               Aim
             Set                  Release
             Pre-Draw        Follow Through   
             Sight

In addition to the safety rules and basic forms, our JOAD Program also teaches the student scoring rules, and focuses on the qualities of good sportsmanship.

CLASS SCHEDULE:

We currently have four classes in our schedule. Each session runs for six consecutive weeks. Students are assigned classes based on age, student expertise and class availability.

Saturdays:   8:30 AM to   9:45 AM
Saturdays: 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Saturdays: 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM
Tuesdays:   6:30 PM to   7:45 PM (Advanced Students)

Note: Our JOAD Program is not available to children under the age of 9 years old.

INTRODUCTION CLASS:

Before a student can begin weekly lessons, he/she must attend a 45 minute JOAD Introduction Class. The Introduction Class is counted as the first of the six lessons and involves a review of safety rules, equipment fit-up and basic forms involved in the sport of archery. This session is scheduled either in the evening during the week or on Saturday afternoons following our regular JOAD classes.

INITIAL PROGRAM COST

First 6 Week Session with use of Tepee Equipment = $100.00
First 6 Week Session with student’s own equipment = $90.00

CONTINUING 6 WEEK SESSIONS

Renewing student with use of Tepee equipment = $85.00
Renewing student with own equipment = $75.00

It is recommended that all students register annually for NAA membership while they are enrolled in JOAD.  Separate applications must be filed by the student with an annual fee of $40.  Applications are available at Tepee. 

FREE RANGE TIME & PRODUCT DISCOUNTS

It is highly recommended that students spend a minimum of 1 to 2 hours per week practicing their shooting techniques. Upon enrollment in the JOAD Program, all students are given a Tepee JOAD Card. The card entitles the student to 4 hours of free range time and equipment rental per 6 week session.

Students also receive a 5% discount on all archery accessories purchased at Tepee.  Equipment must be for the student's personal use.

ENROLLMENT

Because JOAD classes are run on continuing six-week sessions, students may enroll at any time.  To enroll your child today, simply fill out a JOAD application (get one here) and submit it with the appropriate enrollment fee.  You may also contact Fran Kelly at (978) 877-3287 or Eileen Kelly at (978) 877-2710 and complete the enrollment process over the phone.

At Tepee, we strive to provide our JOAD students with a strong working knowledge of the sport of archery. Our classes are taught in a student friendly atmosphere by Certified JOAD Instructors. We are certain your child will find this program to be a very positive experience