Archery at American Indian Center
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Have you had dreams of nocking an arrow, confidently drawing it back, and letting it fly true to the bullseye?
At this really addicting experience hosted at the American Indian Center you will learn, step-by-step, the basics to becoming a champion with a bow. The 50-minute class will begin with the ten-step form of shooting techniques using a hands-on archery demonstration. Next, under instruction from the pros, you will be fit with your own recurve bow equipped with arrows, finger tabs and everything else necessary to start sending arrows down the 18-meter competition range.
Parents, if you're interested in introducing your kids to archery, you'll be happy to know AIC has a Junior Olympic Archery Development program!
All ages welcome
Ages 8 - 108
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the AIC strives to be the primary cultural and community resource for nearly 65,000 American Indians in Chicagoland’s six county region. Chicago is the third largest urban Native American population in the country with over one-hundred tribal nations represented. With over 75% of all Native people living off-reservation and in urban settings, the AIC represents this emerging Native population shift, resulting in a diverse multi-tribal community in need of a common social and cultural place of gathering. Through a combination of short-term relief services and long-term education and support programs, we seek to foster physical and spiritual health in the community, an active connection with traditional values and practices, stronger families with multigenerational bonds, and a rising generation of educated, articulate, and visionary youth.
We accomplish some of our mission through archery classes, coaching, JOAD club, adult achievement program, open lane archery, birthdays and special events at American Indian Center.
Such an awesome time learning about archery. We didn't know much going into it and had a blast with the instructor.
Such an awesome time learning about archery. We didn't know much going into it and had a blast with the instructor.
Excellent venue; Michael is a great instructor. Patient and willing to share his knowledge. I will certainly continue to come to the venue and learn more.
Excellent venue; Michael is a great instructor. Patient and willing to share his knowledge. I will certainly continue to come to the venue and learn more.
We had a wonderful time. The instructors were very helpful. We will definitely return for another round of archery!
We had a wonderful time. The instructors were very helpful. We will definitely return for another round of archery!
This was my first time involved in Archery. The instructor was kind and easy going. It was a great experience. I'll be back!
This was my first time involved in Archery. The instructor was kind and easy going. It was a great experience. I'll be back!
This was my first time involved in Archery. The instructor was kind and easy going. It was a great experience. I'll be back!
This was my first time involved in Archery. The instructor was kind and easy going. It was a great experience. I'll be back!
My husband and I took this class together. Neither one of us had ever picked up a bow or an arrow prior to this experience. By the end of the class, we had the basics, and we were having a lot of fun. I think that’s the most important part of any Dabble class that you can take: having a lot of fun. The instructor was very helpful and she made us feel very comfortable taking the class. I would recommend this for anyone at any age. And don’t fear that you’re going to hurt someone safety is first and they teach you exactly the right practices to follow.
My husband and I took this class together. Neither one of us had ever picked up a bow or an arrow prior to this experience. By the end of the class, we had the basics, and we were having a lot of fun. I think that’s the most important part of any Dabble class that you can take: having a lot of fun. The instructor was very helpful and she made us feel very comfortable taking the class. I would recommend this for anyone at any age. And don’t fear that you’re going to hurt someone safety is first and they teach you exactly the right practices to follow.
This class was an absolute blast! The instructor helped us every step of the way. I found a new hobby thanks to dabble and have been back to do archery several times since. Highly recommended!
This class was an absolute blast! The instructor helped us every step of the way. I found a new hobby thanks to dabble and have been back to do archery several times since. Highly recommended!
This was my first time trying Archery and the instructor made it easy and fun to learn. I cannot wait to book my next class!
This was my first time trying Archery and the instructor made it easy and fun to learn. I cannot wait to book my next class!
An absolutely amazing experience. I've gone twice at this point and I think I've found a new sport for myself.
An absolutely amazing experience. I've gone twice at this point and I think I've found a new sport for myself.
The class was cool! Teacher was knowledgeable and gave us tips.
The class was cool! Teacher was knowledgeable and gave us tips.
My friend and I were looking for something fun to do and came across this archery class. Glad we did it! It was really fun! The teacher was very good, and I learned a lot in a short amount of time. I would recommend this class, for sure.
My friend and I were looking for something fun to do and came across this archery class. Glad we did it! It was really fun! The teacher was very good, and I learned a lot in a short amount of time. I would recommend this class, for sure.
This was so much fun! I felt like Katniss
This was so much fun! I felt like Katniss
We had a great time at this private class, definitely feel like you are getting great instruction and having fun!
We had a great time at this private class, definitely feel like you are getting great instruction and having fun!
An hour of learning and fun. The instructor was knowledgeable, encouraging and a very good instructor. I'm taking it again.
An hour of learning and fun. The instructor was knowledgeable, encouraging and a very good instructor. I'm taking it again.
We had a lot of fun learning archery! It was easier than I thought!
We had a lot of fun learning archery! It was easier than I thought!
We really enjoyed that they teach you how use a bow and then give you some space and time to practice!
We really enjoyed that they teach you how use a bow and then give you some space and time to practice!
Really great time with attentive and knowledgeable instructors. Left feeling accomplishment and like I've learned a new skill
Really great time with attentive and knowledgeable instructors. Left feeling accomplishment and like I've learned a new skill
It was really fun. I went alone but it seemed that most people came with friends, though it did not keep us all from meeting and being friendly with each other. Michael was our teacher and he was helpful without being too over-bearing. They offered information about additional classes in case we wanted to continue the learning. Overall, a great way to spend an evening!
It was really fun. I went alone but it seemed that most people came with friends, though it did not keep us all from meeting and being friendly with each other. Michael was our teacher and he was helpful without being too over-bearing. They offered information about additional classes in case we wanted to continue the learning. Overall, a great way to spend an evening!
The location is easy to get to via the brown line. It was my first experience with archery. The teacher gave clear directions on safety and how to shoot. We were able to practice for several rounds and all hit the target. It was so much fun.
The location is easy to get to via the brown line. It was my first experience with archery. The teacher gave clear directions on safety and how to shoot. We were able to practice for several rounds and all hit the target. It was so much fun.
I had a great time learning archery last night! I took my dad for Father’s Day, and we both left the class feeling confident in our shooting skills! Both of us even shot a bullseye!
I had a great time learning archery last night! I took my dad for Father’s Day, and we both left the class feeling confident in our shooting skills! Both of us even shot a bullseye!
Great experience. We were able to jump right in to the class: went over safety protocols, basics of the bow and arrow, and then practice. Vast majority of the class was practice – which was great. Michael was the teacher, and he gave little tips and suggestions as I started getting more comfortable with firing. Can't beat the price and the fun.
Great experience. We were able to jump right in to the class: went over safety protocols, basics of the bow and arrow, and then practice. Vast majority of the class was practice – which was great. Michael was the teacher, and he gave little tips and suggestions as I started getting more comfortable with firing. Can't beat the price and the fun.
Great class, very one-on-one instruction and plenty of time to practice your shot. Teacher helps with correcting bad form as well which totally had me hitting bullseyes in no time!
Great class, very one-on-one instruction and plenty of time to practice your shot. Teacher helps with correcting bad form as well which totally had me hitting bullseyes in no time!
We had a fun experience! The center kinda looks like an old public school, but has a casual, welcoming feel. The classes are small, capped at 5 or so people, so there's a fair amount of 1-on-1 time with the instructor. Michael was patient, helpful, communicative. We learned the equipment, got a foundation in basic safety and operations, then practiced shooting for the rest of class. Definitely recommend this class to others.
We had a fun experience! The center kinda looks like an old public school, but has a casual, welcoming feel. The classes are small, capped at 5 or so people, so there's a fair amount of 1-on-1 time with the instructor. Michael was patient, helpful, communicative. We learned the equipment, got a foundation in basic safety and operations, then practiced shooting for the rest of class. Definitely recommend this class to others.
This archery session was an absolute blast. I went with my wife and best friend and we all loved it!
This archery session was an absolute blast. I went with my wife and best friend and we all loved it!
Great class for a newbie! I’ll be back with friends!
Great class for a newbie! I’ll be back with friends!
I am so glad we signed up for this class. It ended up being just my partner and I, which made it the perfect date. The instructor was very polite and knowledgeable. He constantly helped us with our technique and answered all of my random questions. I recommend it to anyone who is trying to switch up their routine. This class was super fun!
I am so glad we signed up for this class. It ended up being just my partner and I, which made it the perfect date. The instructor was very polite and knowledgeable. He constantly helped us with our technique and answered all of my random questions. I recommend it to anyone who is trying to switch up their routine. This class was super fun!
The class was awesome. Instructors was so nice and very helpful.
The class was awesome. Instructors was so nice and very helpful.
Look out Katniss, here I come! I absolutely loved it. The class size, length and level of instruction was perfect. There was plenty of time to practice. What a great way to inject a bit of novelty into the week!
Look out Katniss, here I come! I absolutely loved it. The class size, length and level of instruction was perfect. There was plenty of time to practice. What a great way to inject a bit of novelty into the week!
Wanted to do some archery with my girlfriend. After a quick Google search, I found this class. It was tons of fun and I found a possible new hobby.
Wanted to do some archery with my girlfriend. After a quick Google search, I found this class. It was tons of fun and I found a possible new hobby.
Brought my family, including my mom, and we had a total blast. Not too hard, not too easy and a really laid back positive environment to try something new. I want to go back!
Brought my family, including my mom, and we had a total blast. Not too hard, not too easy and a really laid back positive environment to try something new. I want to go back!
The archery class was really fun! The instructors were really good. Our class was small, and I felt that we all got plenty of personal attention to help us improve and learn the basics of archery. I definitely recommend this experience!
The archery class was really fun! The instructors were really good. Our class was small, and I felt that we all got plenty of personal attention to help us improve and learn the basics of archery. I definitely recommend this experience!
I loved and enjoyed the time at the center doing archery! The instructors are amazing .
I loved and enjoyed the time at the center doing archery! The instructors are amazing .
Such a good experience! The teachers are patient and offer individual tips. After a few safety essentials, you still be shooting arrows within the first five minutes. The space is no frills but it really doesn't matter. Fun!
Such a good experience! The teachers are patient and offer individual tips. After a few safety essentials, you still be shooting arrows within the first five minutes. The space is no frills but it really doesn't matter. Fun!
Excellent class. I have never done archery before, and this was a very fun date experience. The instructor was very thorough in explanations on how to shoot and what each whistleblow means. Before we started shooting, we individually practiced with the direct supervision from the instructor! We even got to shoot at a ballon. The venue looked like a high school gym, but it still was an excellent experience.
Excellent class. I have never done archery before, and this was a very fun date experience. The instructor was very thorough in explanations on how to shoot and what each whistleblow means. Before we started shooting, we individually practiced with the direct supervision from the instructor! We even got to shoot at a ballon. The venue looked like a high school gym, but it still was an excellent experience.
I was running late to an event and I was able to contact the instructor over the matter. Luckily we were able to enjoy the experience. Instructors for the archery class were kind and made me feel welcome. I would definitely come back.
I was running late to an event and I was able to contact the instructor over the matter. Luckily we were able to enjoy the experience. Instructors for the archery class were kind and made me feel welcome. I would definitely come back.
I was running late to an event and I was able to contact the instructor over the matter. Luckily we were able to enjoy the experience. Instructors for the archery class were kind and made me feel welcome. I would definitely come back.
I was running late to an event and I was able to contact the instructor over the matter. Luckily we were able to enjoy the experience. Instructors for the archery class were kind and made me feel welcome. I would definitely come back.
This was such a fun experience! The location is easy to get to and find off the Kimball brown line. First you learn proper stance and holding technique then each person is taught how to shoot one on one. Once everybody has gone, everyone practices together at the same time, and it ends with a little friendly competition. I enjoyed it a lot and plan on coming back to do more.
This was such a fun experience! The location is easy to get to and find off the Kimball brown line. First you learn proper stance and holding technique then each person is taught how to shoot one on one. Once everybody has gone, everyone practices together at the same time, and it ends with a little friendly competition. I enjoyed it a lot and plan on coming back to do more.
I had pretty much no prior archery experience, but Tammy did a great job teaching me, as well as coaching others in the class who were more advanced. Class was fun and informative - I’ll definitely go again!
I had pretty much no prior archery experience, but Tammy did a great job teaching me, as well as coaching others in the class who were more advanced. Class was fun and informative - I’ll definitely go again!
I’ve always wanted to try this, and loved the way that we went straight into firing some arrows after a brief safety and instructional bits and pieces. They then give you live feedback, which is so much more helpful. Teachers were great. It is a little chilly in the winter!
I’ve always wanted to try this, and loved the way that we went straight into firing some arrows after a brief safety and instructional bits and pieces. They then give you live feedback, which is so much more helpful. Teachers were great. It is a little chilly in the winter!
I went to this class with my sister and cousin. It was in a gym and was a very small class so we felt like we got a lot of one-on-one instruction from the teacher. He was very knowledgable and organized. We loved it!
I went to this class with my sister and cousin. It was in a gym and was a very small class so we felt like we got a lot of one-on-one instruction from the teacher. He was very knowledgable and organized. We loved it!
SO much fun! We felt really bad because we ran into traffic so we were about 15 mins late but both instructors were super understanding about it. When the instructor was showing us how to use everything he was so nice and me, being a bit clueless, he was really patient and made sure I felt comfortable shooting the arrows and made sure I was using it properly. I also was the person who kept on taking pictures constantly and both instructors were nice about it, and weren’t judging. Hehe. I would definitely go back again for another class! Definitely go with a friend, group of friends or as a date!
SO much fun! We felt really bad because we ran into traffic so we were about 15 mins late but both instructors were super understanding about it. When the instructor was showing us how to use everything he was so nice and me, being a bit clueless, he was really patient and made sure I felt comfortable shooting the arrows and made sure I was using it properly. I also was the person who kept on taking pictures constantly and both instructors were nice about it, and weren’t judging. Hehe. I would definitely go back again for another class! Definitely go with a friend, group of friends or as a date!
I need more practice, but the class was a lot of fun!!! Will definitely go back.
I need more practice, but the class was a lot of fun!!! Will definitely go back.
Short, but fun time learning how to properly shoot!
Short, but fun time learning how to properly shoot!
I thoroughly enjoy Archery. I had a great time at AIC and can't wait to return.
I thoroughly enjoy Archery. I had a great time at AIC and can't wait to return.
Worked up from 7 to 10 meters keeping good precision, if not accuracy. Will make this my new sport
Worked up from 7 to 10 meters keeping good precision, if not accuracy. Will make this my new sport
The teacher is really good and engaging. You get personal attention. We got 10-15 mins extra in the class and the teacher was in no rush to finish when the time was up. Amazing experience.
The teacher is really good and engaging. You get personal attention. We got 10-15 mins extra in the class and the teacher was in no rush to finish when the time was up. Amazing experience.
Small personalized class! Instructor was thoughtful and efficient! It was a really great introduction to this sport, and it was just really fun!
Small personalized class! Instructor was thoughtful and efficient! It was a really great introduction to this sport, and it was just really fun!
I expected to like this, but I liked it even more than I expected! The teacher was so nice, patient, and very thorough in his explanations. Well on my way to becoming the next Katniss Everdeen. ;)
I expected to like this, but I liked it even more than I expected! The teacher was so nice, patient, and very thorough in his explanations. Well on my way to becoming the next Katniss Everdeen. ;)
My family was looking for something fun to do on a rainy day....and we found it. The instructors,, Michael and Tammy were phenomenal. They really helped us to be successful in our new skil. AND...we didn't shoot our eyes out!!
My family was looking for something fun to do on a rainy day....and we found it. The instructors,, Michael and Tammy were phenomenal. They really helped us to be successful in our new skil. AND...we didn't shoot our eyes out!!
My husband and I had a great experience taking an archery lesson at the American Indian Center. The instructor was wonderful - knowledgeable, helpful, and patient. It was such a fun date night.
My husband and I had a great experience taking an archery lesson at the American Indian Center. The instructor was wonderful - knowledgeable, helpful, and patient. It was such a fun date night.
I had a wonderful time! I felt instantly comfortable, my instructor was extremely patient, and I was so giddy and glad that I went outside of my comfort zone - what a rush hitting the target and balloon! I would definitely recommend to anyone and would do again soon.
I had a wonderful time! I felt instantly comfortable, my instructor was extremely patient, and I was so giddy and glad that I went outside of my comfort zone - what a rush hitting the target and balloon! I would definitely recommend to anyone and would do again soon.
This was a lot of fun! I have recommended to several people and will definitely be back.
This was a lot of fun! I have recommended to several people and will definitely be back.
Loved it! It ended up just being three of us in the whole class and we got a lot of time to shoot once the instructor taught us how. At the end you get to shoot a balloon! Definitely doing it again!
Loved it! It ended up just being three of us in the whole class and we got a lot of time to shoot once the instructor taught us how. At the end you get to shoot a balloon! Definitely doing it again!
Ive been wanting to try archery for a long time and cane across The American Indian Center and decided to give it a try. I had a blast! Ive been back twice already and will be coming back again. I was very happy with the teachers and the equipment was really nice!
Ive been wanting to try archery for a long time and cane across The American Indian Center and decided to give it a try. I had a blast! Ive been back twice already and will be coming back again. I was very happy with the teachers and the equipment was really nice!
1st time trying archery and wow! My boy friend and I had a lot of fun. He was better at it than me. But i did win the rights to brag for grouping my shots. Got to meet regulars who do it and they were amazing to watch. Our instructor Michael was great. He was informative and fun. Cant wait to go again.
1st time trying archery and wow! My boy friend and I had a lot of fun. He was better at it than me. But i did win the rights to brag for grouping my shots. Got to meet regulars who do it and they were amazing to watch. Our instructor Michael was great. He was informative and fun. Cant wait to go again.
What a great time! The class was just 3 people and the instructor. The instructor started by individually showing us how to operate the bow/arrows and shoot. From there, we had several rounds of practicing and got to end the class by showing off our skills shooting a balloon on a target. Super fun class, laid back, and I definitely felt successful by the end! The instructor was very helpful in helping me hit my target goals.
What a great time! The class was just 3 people and the instructor. The instructor started by individually showing us how to operate the bow/arrows and shoot. From there, we had several rounds of practicing and got to end the class by showing off our skills shooting a balloon on a target. Super fun class, laid back, and I definitely felt successful by the end! The instructor was very helpful in helping me hit my target goals.
Loved it! This was my introduction to archery and I was super comfortable with the basics by the end of class!
Loved it! This was my introduction to archery and I was super comfortable with the basics by the end of class!
i started off sort of nervous and uncoordinated, but the instructor was great, patient, and coached our group really well. shortly after i was making the target and my confidence was up! this is a fun class for everyone and i recommend it
i started off sort of nervous and uncoordinated, but the instructor was great, patient, and coached our group really well. shortly after i was making the target and my confidence was up! this is a fun class for everyone and i recommend it
I had so much fun. My bestie and I had never been and figured it would be something enjoyable. The instructor was knowledgeable and patient. I didn't expect to take to it so easily but I'll definitely be back.
I had so much fun. My bestie and I had never been and figured it would be something enjoyable. The instructor was knowledgeable and patient. I didn't expect to take to it so easily but I'll definitely be back.
Our instructor was friendly and thorough. He let us have fun and friendly competition while keeping everyone safe. The content of the class was great for someone who has never done anything with a bow and arrow before. Fun start to the weekend!
Our instructor was friendly and thorough. He let us have fun and friendly competition while keeping everyone safe. The content of the class was great for someone who has never done anything with a bow and arrow before. Fun start to the weekend!
I always wanted to try this and I'm glad I finally did! Definitely something fun and gives you a good upper body workout! Will do this again !
I always wanted to try this and I'm glad I finally did! Definitely something fun and gives you a good upper body workout! Will do this again !
I got to try something new, and it was lots of fun!
I got to try something new, and it was lots of fun!
Fun introduction to archery. My wife and I were two of five people scheduled for our session, so we had plenty of personal help from the instructor. He was a very kind and patient man, who was good about offering suggestions for improving our technique. He also made sure everyone was participating safely. Would definitely recommend.
Fun introduction to archery. My wife and I were two of five people scheduled for our session, so we had plenty of personal help from the instructor. He was a very kind and patient man, who was good about offering suggestions for improving our technique. He also made sure everyone was participating safely. Would definitely recommend.
Very laid back and fun!
Very laid back and fun!
I very much enjoyed the archery class! Michael was such a helpful, calm instructor. I really appreciated his advice, it helped me to develop a better form. I highly recommend!
I very much enjoyed the archery class! Michael was such a helpful, calm instructor. I really appreciated his advice, it helped me to develop a better form. I highly recommend!
My boyfriend and I took the archery class and we both had so much fun. The teacher walks through every step with you and you get a good amount of time to practice and shoot the arrows.
My boyfriend and I took the archery class and we both had so much fun. The teacher walks through every step with you and you get a good amount of time to practice and shoot the arrows.
We had a completely private lesson and the instructor truly knew how to teach proper form for both beginner and advanced archery shooting. He was able to guide and improve our shots quickly with observation.
We had a completely private lesson and the instructor truly knew how to teach proper form for both beginner and advanced archery shooting. He was able to guide and improve our shots quickly with observation.
We had a really good time at the class! It was always something that I wanted to try out and it was fun to try different stances and distances.
We had a really good time at the class! It was always something that I wanted to try out and it was fun to try different stances and distances.
This was an awesome experience. Dabble and AIC provided unmatched value! Where can you do anything for $20??? The class was kept small, which was really great as it allowed the teacher to provide some 1:1 feedback for students. I HIGHLY recommend this class. Additionally, we were able to browse through the art gallery at the American Indian Center. If you've ever wanted to or wondered what it was like to shoot a bow and arrow, here is your chance!
This was an awesome experience. Dabble and AIC provided unmatched value! Where can you do anything for $20??? The class was kept small, which was really great as it allowed the teacher to provide some 1:1 feedback for students. I HIGHLY recommend this class. Additionally, we were able to browse through the art gallery at the American Indian Center. If you've ever wanted to or wondered what it was like to shoot a bow and arrow, here is your chance!
The teacher was very helpful. I went from not knowing a thing about archery to having some decent aim.
The teacher was very helpful. I went from not knowing a thing about archery to having some decent aim.
I loved this class (in fact, I loved it so much that I came back a second time with a friend!). Instruction was clear and guided, and it was more of a workout than I expected. I would definitely recommend this class!
I loved this class (in fact, I loved it so much that I came back a second time with a friend!). Instruction was clear and guided, and it was more of a workout than I expected. I would definitely recommend this class!
I brought a group of friends out for a fun night. This was a great activity to do that's not just happy hour!
I brought a group of friends out for a fun night. This was a great activity to do that's not just happy hour!
I had such a great time at that class! i learned a lot and definitely will come back again for another class.
I had such a great time at that class! i learned a lot and definitely will come back again for another class.
The instructors did a good job instructing and giving tips. They also made it fun where we had a little competition seeing who could group arrows together best and trying to burst balloons. It was a lot of fun.
The instructors did a good job instructing and giving tips. They also made it fun where we had a little competition seeing who could group arrows together best and trying to burst balloons. It was a lot of fun.
Super simple and fun. Thanks!!
Super simple and fun. Thanks!!
I went at the 8pm slot. About 6 more people were in the group. There was some basic training about how to use the bow-arrow and safety measures and we were right on to business in about 10-15 minutes. The teacher kept providing insights on how to improve the accuracy. Overall it was good time spent.
I went at the 8pm slot. About 6 more people were in the group. There was some basic training about how to use the bow-arrow and safety measures and we were right on to business in about 10-15 minutes. The teacher kept providing insights on how to improve the accuracy. Overall it was good time spent.
This was a great class! Lots of fun and Tammy was a great instructor!
This was a great class! Lots of fun and Tammy was a great instructor!
Awesome class. Must take. Great activity to do for a night out.
Awesome class. Must take. Great activity to do for a night out.
We arrived at the archery place and it was very chill. The coaches are super relaxed and don't try to act like they are "know it all" pros.
We had a group of 10 and had 2 people share each station. You each shoot 3 arrows and then switch out with the person you are sharing the station with. After 6 shots, you collect the arrows and do it again.
Very basic intro. Here's how to shoot, go shoot.
Compared to previous dabble classes, this one didn't go into much depth about the sport and did not explain scoring etc.
We arrived at the archery place and it was very chill. The coaches are super relaxed and don't try to act like they are "know it all" pros.
We had a group of 10 and had 2 people share each station. You each shoot 3 arrows and then switch out with the person you are sharing the station with. After 6 shots, you collect the arrows and do it again.
Very basic intro. Here's how to shoot, go shoot.
Compared to previous dabble classes, this one didn't go into much depth about the sport and did not explain scoring etc.
I had nine of my friends join me for this first time adventure channeling our inner Katnises (Katni?) The teachers were both great and super helpful for the one-on-one trainings. A couple of my arrows went over the target but all-in-all a super fun activity!
I had nine of my friends join me for this first time adventure channeling our inner Katnises (Katni?) The teachers were both great and super helpful for the one-on-one trainings. A couple of my arrows went over the target but all-in-all a super fun activity!
Good value. Teacher, Michael, was very kind and gave individualized instruction. Everyone in our group improved quickly.
Good value. Teacher, Michael, was very kind and gave individualized instruction. Everyone in our group improved quickly.
We had an amazing time! Space was great, instructor was super helpful, and the experience was fun! Highly recommend for the price and trying something new!
We had an amazing time! Space was great, instructor was super helpful, and the experience was fun! Highly recommend for the price and trying something new!
So much fun! I took an out of town friend, and we really enjoyed the hour. Lots of time to practice and see improvement. I think everyone would like to give this a go!
So much fun! I took an out of town friend, and we really enjoyed the hour. Lots of time to practice and see improvement. I think everyone would like to give this a go!
Great time! Definitely got to learn the basics and the teacher was very friendly
Great time! Definitely got to learn the basics and the teacher was very friendly
What a wonderful experience! Michael's instructions were clear and concise. He was patient with all of us and expressed confidence that we'd all be able to shoot an arrow. In no time at all, we were hitting the targets. I'd definitely do it again.
What a wonderful experience! Michael's instructions were clear and concise. He was patient with all of us and expressed confidence that we'd all be able to shoot an arrow. In no time at all, we were hitting the targets. I'd definitely do it again.
I really enjoyed this class! 5 of my buddies and I signed up just to try something different. We learned proper technique, the verb form of archery (we proposed archering, our teacher said "I just say I'm going to shoot some arrows"), and had some fun competitions toward the end. One hour is not nearly enough, so we will definitely be back for our 2nd class where they teach more advanced techniques. After you complete 4 classes, you "graduate."
I really enjoyed this class! 5 of my buddies and I signed up just to try something different. We learned proper technique, the verb form of archery (we proposed archering, our teacher said "I just say I'm going to shoot some arrows"), and had some fun competitions toward the end. One hour is not nearly enough, so we will definitely be back for our 2nd class where they teach more advanced techniques. After you complete 4 classes, you "graduate."
Class size and instruction was great. My daughter enjoyed the class and we will sign up for an additional class.
Class size and instruction was great. My daughter enjoyed the class and we will sign up for an additional class.
This class was super fun! I've never shot a bow and arrow before - I feel like I learned a new skill! The instructor did a great job teaching first-timers and correcting our form. Very safe too! Highly recommended.
This class was super fun! I've never shot a bow and arrow before - I feel like I learned a new skill! The instructor did a great job teaching first-timers and correcting our form. Very safe too! Highly recommended.
A fun experience to learn proper technique and get practice time! The building seems sketch since it appears to be under construction so wear an extra layer since it was a little cold.
A fun experience to learn proper technique and get practice time! The building seems sketch since it appears to be under construction so wear an extra layer since it was a little cold.
I had always wanted to try archery and this class made it possible. The class was a lot of fun and I learned and improved a lot by the end of the class.
Can't wait to go back for more!
I had always wanted to try archery and this class made it possible. The class was a lot of fun and I learned and improved a lot by the end of the class.
Can't wait to go back for more!
This class was simple but a very fun way to start out. The teacher was extremely patient, provided helpful feedback and attended to each individual students needs. I would definitely return for another class!
This class was simple but a very fun way to start out. The teacher was extremely patient, provided helpful feedback and attended to each individual students needs. I would definitely return for another class!
Very low key yet informative and fun.
Very low key yet informative and fun.
This was so fun - the class size was perfect, everyone got a chance to shoot continuously without needing to take turns. The location is a bit out of the way to get to, but worth the trip.
This was so fun - the class size was perfect, everyone got a chance to shoot continuously without needing to take turns. The location is a bit out of the way to get to, but worth the trip.
I didn't expect much from this class but it was so much fun! The instructor was great and the space was comfortable. I want to return for another class
I didn't expect much from this class but it was so much fun! The instructor was great and the space was comfortable. I want to return for another class
Small, intimate class. Fun instructor with cool challenges and tips.
Small, intimate class. Fun instructor with cool challenges and tips.
The class was fun & interactive. I really enjoyed the competition after we learned basic skills. Michael was a patient teacher.
The class was fun & interactive. I really enjoyed the competition after we learned basic skills. Michael was a patient teacher.
Great class. Introductory basics in archery. We had a great time!
Great class. Introductory basics in archery. We had a great time!
This was a great first experience to archery! The environment was relaxed and the instructor took time to provide feedback and suggestions for each individual. They added a few "competitions" during the course which were fun as well. Would definitely recommend!
This was a great first experience to archery! The environment was relaxed and the instructor took time to provide feedback and suggestions for each individual. They added a few "competitions" during the course which were fun as well. Would definitely recommend!
Michael was a wonderful instructor and made class very fun! It was great as a date night with my boyfriend - it was just the two of us in class!
Michael was a wonderful instructor and made class very fun! It was great as a date night with my boyfriend - it was just the two of us in class!
My wife and I really enjoyed our Archery Lesson at the American Indian Center. Our instructor, Michael, was very professional but kept the atmosphere light so we were really able to have a good time. The hour flew by and we are already making plans to go again soon.
My wife and I really enjoyed our Archery Lesson at the American Indian Center. Our instructor, Michael, was very professional but kept the atmosphere light so we were really able to have a good time. The hour flew by and we are already making plans to go again soon.
Fun to try! Teacher was patient and communicative. Added a few fun games at the end to keep it interesting. Recommend!
Fun to try! Teacher was patient and communicative. Added a few fun games at the end to keep it interesting. Recommend!
it was fun and a great learning experience.
it was fun and a great learning experience.
Fun experience; very casual - some instruction but not too much.
Fun experience; very casual - some instruction but not too much.
This was a terrific activity for me and my husband. The instruction was just right. The instructors provided us with the basics and allowed us to start right away, while providing individual instruction as necessary or requested. The length of the session is perfect - one hour. There were no more than 6 students at any one time. I highly recommend this class for everyone!!
This was a terrific activity for me and my husband. The instruction was just right. The instructors provided us with the basics and allowed us to start right away, while providing individual instruction as necessary or requested. The length of the session is perfect - one hour. There were no more than 6 students at any one time. I highly recommend this class for everyone!!
Such a fun class! It felt like Robin Hood and The Hunger games all mixed into one night!
Michael was an awesome teacher/coach - lots of fun, helped a bunch, and gave tips if he saw you struggling. I'd totally come back to do this class again. In fact, I had a bunch of friends who saw pictures I posted, ask about doing the class.
Such a fun class! It felt like Robin Hood and The Hunger games all mixed into one night!
Michael was an awesome teacher/coach - lots of fun, helped a bunch, and gave tips if he saw you struggling. I'd totally come back to do this class again. In fact, I had a bunch of friends who saw pictures I posted, ask about doing the class.
Michael is a helpful and patient instructor. The class was small, which allowed for one-on-one guidance. There was a lot of time to practice and try to refine your technique. This class makes archery very approachable for adult beginners. It's a fun class for a date night or night out with friends! Highly recommended!
Michael is a helpful and patient instructor. The class was small, which allowed for one-on-one guidance. There was a lot of time to practice and try to refine your technique. This class makes archery very approachable for adult beginners. It's a fun class for a date night or night out with friends! Highly recommended!
This was such a fun class! Took this with two other friends and we had a blast! Would most definitely recommend and do again!
This was such a fun class! Took this with two other friends and we had a blast! Would most definitely recommend and do again!
Enjoyable experience!
Enjoyable experience!
I'm in love with this class! It is a great class for those, Luke new, who want to experience something out of the ordinary. The instructors are easy going and fun and correct you to Mahe you're shot better. I've done this class 3 times and will do it again soon!
I'm in love with this class! It is a great class for those, Luke new, who want to experience something out of the ordinary. The instructors are easy going and fun and correct you to Mahe you're shot better. I've done this class 3 times and will do it again soon!
This class was a great way to breakup a mundane weekend day! Very laid back & fun!
This class was a great way to breakup a mundane weekend day! Very laid back & fun!
My husband and I had a great time! The teacher was great, offering the right amount of instruction and encouragement and allowing us to try different distances. Overall great experience!
My husband and I had a great time! The teacher was great, offering the right amount of instruction and encouragement and allowing us to try different distances. Overall great experience!
The instructors were very helpful and never made me feel bad about my abilities. Very informative and fun! You get to shoot earlier and more than I expected. Will go again!
The instructors were very helpful and never made me feel bad about my abilities. Very informative and fun! You get to shoot earlier and more than I expected. Will go again!
Large class of 10 people (most are beginners like me). Not my first time shooting archery, but it's been quite a long time. Good equipment available, and good instruction (1 on 1 for each person at the start of class) by the teachers. The full class and space arrangement meant 2 people shared each target, and each shooter was lined up fairly close to one another. But, with safety whistles in place, the close confines weren't an issue. Unfortunately targets are reused from class to class, so the targets weren't in the best condition.
Large class of 10 people (most are beginners like me). Not my first time shooting archery, but it's been quite a long time. Good equipment available, and good instruction (1 on 1 for each person at the start of class) by the teachers. The full class and space arrangement meant 2 people shared each target, and each shooter was lined up fairly close to one another. But, with safety whistles in place, the close confines weren't an issue. Unfortunately targets are reused from class to class, so the targets weren't in the best condition.
Very Positive Experience - Recommend to All!!!
Very Positive Experience - Recommend to All!!!
So much fun. I am interested in going back and learning more. Instructors were friendly enthusiastic and very patient!!
So much fun. I am interested in going back and learning more. Instructors were friendly enthusiastic and very patient!!
This was a lot of fun! I scheduled the class as a date night activity with my partner. We definitely would love to do it again! The instructors were helpful and knowledgeable, and I would highly recommend this class.
This was a lot of fun! I scheduled the class as a date night activity with my partner. We definitely would love to do it again! The instructors were helpful and knowledgeable, and I would highly recommend this class.
Al is a fantastic instructor. Great environment and nice people. Overall great experience, if you are into archery, definitely check out.
Al is a fantastic instructor. Great environment and nice people. Overall great experience, if you are into archery, definitely check out.
This was fun and perfect for a beginner. Instructor was helpful and accommodating to my unique physical needs. Definitely worth checking out!
This was fun and perfect for a beginner. Instructor was helpful and accommodating to my unique physical needs. Definitely worth checking out!
The class was great! Not long enough! So much fun! Instructors were great, equipment top well maintained and the facility was easy to find. I plan to continue going to open range to practice my new skills.
The class was great! Not long enough! So much fun! Instructors were great, equipment top well maintained and the facility was easy to find. I plan to continue going to open range to practice my new skills.
Fun and seriously addicting Dabble class.
Fun and seriously addicting Dabble class.
Great class. I had never handled a bow before and felt like I learned a lot! Would definitely recommend it. I actually took my friend who was visiting from out of town, and she loved it as well. It was the highlight of her trip.
Great class. I had never handled a bow before and felt like I learned a lot! Would definitely recommend it. I actually took my friend who was visiting from out of town, and she loved it as well. It was the highlight of her trip.
We had SO much fun on a Friday night learning with the folks at the American Indian Center. I was amazed to see my skills in archery and learned a lot about how to use my body strength in ways I didn't even know existed. I would absolutely go back for another session!
We had SO much fun on a Friday night learning with the folks at the American Indian Center. I was amazed to see my skills in archery and learned a lot about how to use my body strength in ways I didn't even know existed. I would absolutely go back for another session!
Really enjoyed my time with the instructors and Archery. They were there to help you all the time and it was FUN!
Really enjoyed my time with the instructors and Archery. They were there to help you all the time and it was FUN!
Take this class! This was SO much fun. I learned to do something I've been meaning to do for a long time! Al, the instructor did an amazing job of teaching us the techniques. I even heard he'll be doing a Meditative Archery class. Doesn't that sound awesome?!
Take this class! This was SO much fun. I learned to do something I've been meaning to do for a long time! Al, the instructor did an amazing job of teaching us the techniques. I even heard he'll be doing a Meditative Archery class. Doesn't that sound awesome?!
So much fun. Super fun and hands-on class. Love Al's laid back and patient teaching style. The balloon, card and grouping challenges made it even more fun and addictive.
So much fun. Super fun and hands-on class. Love Al's laid back and patient teaching style. The balloon, card and grouping challenges made it even more fun and addictive.
I had a blast at this class! I'm interested in learning more about archery. I took the class because it's something I've always wanted to try and I may have a new hobby!
I had a blast at this class! I'm interested in learning more about archery. I took the class because it's something I've always wanted to try and I may have a new hobby!
Small class, super fun and great instructor. Going back next week for more practice.
Small class, super fun and great instructor. Going back next week for more practice.
My boyfriend and I signed up for this class and we had so much fun! We arrived early and the instructor, Michael, was kind enough to get us started with the basics. The pacing was really great and I feel like I left having a good beginner's grasp of archery.
My boyfriend and I signed up for this class and we had so much fun! We arrived early and the instructor, Michael, was kind enough to get us started with the basics. The pacing was really great and I feel like I left having a good beginner's grasp of archery.
Fun
Fun
I absolutely loved this class! The instructors were great and I had a blast. I will definitely be taking this again with more friends!
I absolutely loved this class! The instructors were great and I had a blast. I will definitely be taking this again with more friends!
Such a great experience! Loved every minute. Al was a great instructor, and made the class very entertaining. We had so much time to learn how to correctly hold the bow and aim the arrows. Definitely going back with our friends!
Such a great experience! Loved every minute. Al was a great instructor, and made the class very entertaining. We had so much time to learn how to correctly hold the bow and aim the arrows. Definitely going back with our friends!
It was a lot of fun!
It was a lot of fun!
Great class and teachers!
Great class and teachers!
What a great class! Not too crowded, plenty of one-on-one time, and I learned a lot. Thank you for offering this!
What a great class! Not too crowded, plenty of one-on-one time, and I learned a lot. Thank you for offering this!
I wasn't sure what to expect. The staff and teacher were very friendly and informative. I had a great time and look forward to going back!
I wasn't sure what to expect. The staff and teacher were very friendly and informative. I had a great time and look forward to going back!
Awesome class and awesome teachers! You're missing out on a huge Chicago gem, if you pass this up!
Awesome class and awesome teachers! You're missing out on a huge Chicago gem, if you pass this up!
This was a fun and laid-back class. I feel like I got a decent beginner's handle on form and shooting. I'm pretty clumsy and non-athletic, and the instructors were very kind and patient with me when I took a little longer to figure things out. The hour flew by with lots of practice and games, and I'm excited to take more archery classes here in the future.
This was a fun and laid-back class. I feel like I got a decent beginner's handle on form and shooting. I'm pretty clumsy and non-athletic, and the instructors were very kind and patient with me when I took a little longer to figure things out. The hour flew by with lots of practice and games, and I'm excited to take more archery classes here in the future.
It was easy and the instructors were gentle and helpful. My son loved it so much he now has a membership in USA Archery.
It was easy and the instructors were gentle and helpful. My son loved it so much he now has a membership in USA Archery.
What fun . . . I especially liked that we shot at balloons to end the class. For some reason, hearing the pop of a balloon gave you a real feeling of satisfaction! I want to go back again and learn more.
What fun . . . I especially liked that we shot at balloons to end the class. For some reason, hearing the pop of a balloon gave you a real feeling of satisfaction! I want to go back again and learn more.
I have always wanted to take an archery class. My daughter and I had a great time and learned a lot during the one hour class. We plan to go back.
I have always wanted to take an archery class. My daughter and I had a great time and learned a lot during the one hour class. We plan to go back.
This class was so much fun! I went by myself, had no experience in archery and wasn't uncomfortable at all. The class size is small so everyone gets individual attention and they really focus on form. Lots of shooting time and the class flies by. Definitely planning on coming back, and dragging friends along.
This class was so much fun! I went by myself, had no experience in archery and wasn't uncomfortable at all. The class size is small so everyone gets individual attention and they really focus on form. Lots of shooting time and the class flies by. Definitely planning on coming back, and dragging friends along.
So much fun! When I got there I wondered how I could possibly do this for an hour but the time flew by and I was sad to leave. The guys there were super nice and they make it a good time.
So much fun! When I got there I wondered how I could possibly do this for an hour but the time flew by and I was sad to leave. The guys there were super nice and they make it a good time.
Really great class! Would love to do it again.
Really great class! Would love to do it again.
My fiancee and I just wanted to get out of the house for an hour on a Wednesday and so I signed us up for archery. Weird, but it sounded like it might be fun.
We got there and headed to the third floor to meet Al and his teaching partner who took just the right amount of time to show us how to hold the bow and shoot safely with the rules. There's not too much of the preamble and you get to shooting fairly quickly. I know we both felt safe and had a great time.
I will absolutely take this class again.
Additionally, the American Indian Center is also very cool with lots of neat bits about Native American history, and I want to go back to spend time putzing around the museum itself.
My fiancee and I just wanted to get out of the house for an hour on a Wednesday and so I signed us up for archery. Weird, but it sounded like it might be fun.
We got there and headed to the third floor to meet Al and his teaching partner who took just the right amount of time to show us how to hold the bow and shoot safely with the rules. There's not too much of the preamble and you get to shooting fairly quickly. I know we both felt safe and had a great time.
I will absolutely take this class again.
Additionally, the American Indian Center is also very cool with lots of neat bits about Native American history, and I want to go back to spend time putzing around the museum itself.
Terrific. I'd go back
Terrific. I'd go back
It was SO MUCH FUN!! I wish I could take lessons regularly!!!!
It was SO MUCH FUN!! I wish I could take lessons regularly!!!!
Al is very friendly and patient. He was very patient and gave me great tips to help me improve my aim. I had a ton of fun and can't wait to go back. I highly recommend that you take this class because it is incredibly relaxing and a great workout.
Al is very friendly and patient. He was very patient and gave me great tips to help me improve my aim. I had a ton of fun and can't wait to go back. I highly recommend that you take this class because it is incredibly relaxing and a great workout.
This class was the best, this was our first time and I walked out feeling like a pro. Al was a great teacher very patient & extremely friendly. We are definitely going back :)
This class was the best, this was our first time and I walked out feeling like a pro. Al was a great teacher very patient & extremely friendly. We are definitely going back :)
This was such an amazing class!
This was my first time ever holding a bow and arrow; AL was great at explaining proper form and helping me maintain it throughout the class. He took time to explain to me about the different types of bows and let me try several of them so I could experience the different between each one and above all he was extremely encouraging, even when the arrow missed the target completely.
I would highly recommend this to anyone.
This was such an amazing class!
This was my first time ever holding a bow and arrow; AL was great at explaining proper form and helping me maintain it throughout the class. He took time to explain to me about the different types of bows and let me try several of them so I could experience the different between each one and above all he was extremely encouraging, even when the arrow missed the target completely.
I would highly recommend this to anyone.
What an AWESOME class!!! I highly recommend it. No prior experience necessary. Great upper body workout. Al and Michael are AMAZING. I've already signed up for more sessions.
What an AWESOME class!!! I highly recommend it. No prior experience necessary. Great upper body workout. Al and Michael are AMAZING. I've already signed up for more sessions.