Mounted Archery at Gilchrist Farm
Ready for some adventure? Come on out to Gilchrist Farm to learn the art and sport of Mounted Archery! Never ridden a horse or shot an arrow? No problem, we’ll start you at the beginning. Already a great Mounted Archer? Come on out to sharpen your skills. Instruction available for first timers through advanced/competitive riders.
Looking for an exciting activity for your group or troop? Mounted Archery is perfect for groups, troops and parties for children and adults. Looking for a special ladies night out? Guys get together? Bachelor or Bachelorette experience? Mounted Archery private group workshops are the perfect adventure to share with friends. Create amazing memories! Book a 2 hour group workshop with us and create memories to last a lifetime!
Contact us for private lessons or clinics info@gilchristfarm.com. $75/one and a half hour session. Available 7 days a week scheduled in advance.
Mounted Archery classes and workshops are appropriate for children 7 years old through ambitious seniors! Great activity for the whole family to try out together! Celebrate a birthday, event or achievement during one of our Mounted Archery Workshops!
Mounted Archery Series! Perfect for students who have taken our introductory class or have experience with mounted archery. In this 3 part series, you will have the opportunity to develop your riding for mounted archery, communication with the horse, physical elements of balance and connection, and refine your use of the bow, shooting and coordination. During this series you will engage in exersizes designed to advance your mounted archery skill set.
Mounted Archery Skill Series for Youth (12 and under) and Families
Mounted Archery Skill Series for Teen/Adults (12 through adult)
Enroll below (scroll down and choose the class or series you prefer)
Group Classes or private parties available for groups and troops. $45/participant, designed with your group needs in mind. Schedule directly by contacting us.
Wear long pants and closed toed shoes to all Archery and Riding events. Masks or facial coverings curretly required while on property due for the health and safety of our staff and guests.
safety & technique
Learn how to handle the bow & arrow safely on the ground. Progress to safely handling the bow & arrow on horseback. Learn to nock your arrow on the ground, then while mounted. Advanced students will be assessed for knowledge & skills and advanced appropriately.
Want to bring your own horse along for an introduction to Mounted Archery? We can help you introduce the basics or refine the more advanced skills necessary to succeed in the sport of Mounted Archery.
horsemanship & riding
Learn or advance your skills in horsemanship and riding. Learn to nock your arrow while mounted. Learn to ride while holding the bow & arrow. Learn to shoot while riding. Begin on a lunge line, progress to ride the “archery lane” as your skills develop.
