Ian CheesemanI never thought I’d be the “archery type.” But thanks to a friend of mine who dragged me to a local range once, I’m now hooked!
Fast forward a few months after my first try, and I now have my own gear, my favorite archery lane, and my go-to archery outfit—a fitted t-shirt and joggers.
Since then, I learned that archery can improve one’s focus and upper body strength, as well as relieve stress.
So, if you’re even a little bit curious, here are the most awesome archery spots in Toronto. See you on the range!
Shawn’s Archery Instruction
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Website: https://www.shawnsarchery.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawns_archery/
Address: 60 Bowden St
Hours:
- Mon – Thurs, Sat – Sun: 11 AM – 8 PM
- Friday: 11 AM – 10 PM
Contact: (416) 702-2724
Shawn’s Archery Instruction is led by (take a wild guess) Shawn, who tailors the lessons to suit your skill level. Classes are mixed with beginners and advanced students.
If you’re new to archery, try the Beginner Sessions, a one-hour and 30-minute intro packed with helpful instruction and hands-on practice. Trust me, once you start hitting that target, you’ll be hooked!
Afterward, you can move on to Ongoing Sessions, which are offered on weekday evenings and weekends. You’re welcome to bring your own equipment.
Now, if you’re planning a group event, they offer Private Group Sessions—perfect for birthdays, work outings, hen or stag parties, etc.
Pro Tip:
Keep an eye out for Shawn’s In-House Tournaments. They’re not just for intermediate students—even casual shooters with their own gear can join just for fun!
Archers Battlefield
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Website: https://archersbattlefield.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archersbattlefield/
Address: 1735 Bayly St Unit 16, Pickering
Hours:
- Mon – Thurs: 5 PM – 11 PM
- Sat: 9 AM – 1 AM
- Sun: 10 AM – 11 PM
Contact: (905) 492-6263
Archers Battlefield is an 8,500-square-foot venue that offers archery battles and casual ping pong. Anyone aged nine and up can get in on the fun.
For casual visitors, the public drop-in archery games are perfect. All the gear is provided—bows, arm guards, and poison-tipped arrows (okay fine, they’re foam-tipped).
Now, if you’re planning a special event like a party or team building, book a private Archery Battle session. This runs for one hour and is great for groups of 16 to 24, but larger groups can also be arranged with a heads-up.
And yes, kids aren’t left out—they offer an Archery Birthday Package for kids, which includes a 15-minute intro session and an hour of hosted archery games. For $499, you’ll also get two large pizzas, 12 juice boxes, and party invites.
Pro Tip:
Check out their ongoing promos! A popular one that’s almost always available is their weekday promo—use the code WEEKDAY20 at checkout to score 20% off your admission from Monday to Friday.
BATL Grounds | Stock Yards
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Website: https://batlgrounds.com/axe-throwing-toronto-stockyards/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/batlground/
Address: Unit C109, 30 Weston Rd
Hours:
- Mon – Tue: 5 PM – 11 PM
- Wed – Thu: 3 PM – 11 PM
- Fri: 12 PM – 11 PM
- Sat: 12 PM – 12 AM
- Sun: 12 PM – 9 PM
Contact: (647) 793-6410
BATL Grounds started in their CEO’s backyard in 2006—they basically invented urban axe throwing. Fast forward to now, and they also added knife throwing and digital archery to their repertoire.
When playing digital archery, you get real bows and arrows, but the targets are interactive and high-tech, with digital scoring. Sessions run for an hour and come with expert instruction (e.g. proper stance, words of encouragement, etc.).
We love that the Stock Yards location has a fully licensed bar—cocktails, premium spirits, beers, coolers, and even wine. You can definitely turn archery into a date night!
Also, take a peek at their Daily Deals online: Tuesdays are for Treat Yo’Self—use code TREAT5 to get $5 off event fees. And if wine’s your thing, Wined Up Wednesdays offer half-priced bottles—perfect for hump day!
Pro Tip:
BATL’s got digital gift cards in all sorts of amounts. Grab one from their online store and give it to someone obsessed with axe and knife throwing or digital archery!
Levelup Virtual Reality
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Website: levelupreality.ca
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levelupreality/
Address: 661 Yonge St, Lower Level
Hours:
- Mon – Thurs: 2:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Friday: 1 PM – 12:30 AM
- Saturday: 11:30 AM – 12:30 AM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Contact Details: (833) 538-3587
Levelup Virtual Reality is one of the best VR spots in Toronto, with a library of over 80 games—from action and sports to horror and escape room-style adventures. And for archery, they offer two awesome games.
In QuiVR, you’ll defend your fortress with friends while waves of enemies come at you— each level gets harder, so you’ll need solid aim and smart strategy. Then, there’s All-in-One Sports, which lets you master archery through precise target challenges.
The best part is that once you put on the VR headset, you’ll be fully immersed, and you’ll even feel the tension of the bowstring! Also, you can play multiplayer with friends.
They offer group packages geared toward birthdays, bachelor parties, and corporate hangouts. Packages range from small squads of 1 to 10 people to private events for up to 24.
Pro Tip:
Not sure what to wear? Levelup suggests you wear comfy clothes and ditch loose accessories or dangly jewelry so that nothing messes with the VR gear.
Hamilton Archery Centre
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Website: https://www.hamiltonarcherycentre.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hamiltonarcherycentre
Address: 148 Parkdale Avenue North Upper Level, 148 Parkdale Ave N, Hamilton
Hours: Mon, Thurs: 3 PM – 9 PM
Contact: (905) 979-4811
Hamilton Archery Centre, or HAC, is a fun, no-pressure spot to shoot some arrows. That’s because they don’t require memberships, and there are no expiration dates on their shooting packages.
Their standard rate is $18 per hour (plus tax), and equipment rental is just $8. And if you want to save a bit, grab one of their time packages—you’ll get discounted rates and can be shared with friends or family.
You can also join their Group Lessons, where you’ll get an hour of coaching and 30 minutes of practice. Everything’s included, and it’s open to anyone 12 and up.
But if you already know your way around a bow and arrow, you’re welcome during open shoot times. In fact, they only allow experienced archers during those sessions for safety reasons.
Pro Tip:
If you really want to be like Hawkeye, go for their private lessons for one or two people. Grab a friend and level up your skills together without a crowd.
York County Bowmen
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Website: https://yorkcountybowmen.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yorkcountybowmen
Address: 15887 McCowan Rd, Newmarket
Hours: Mon – Sun: Open 24 hours
Contact: [email protected]
For 65 years, York County Bowmen has built a community of archers with various styles. We’re talking compound, recurve, traditional, or anything in between.
Their indoor range has five wide lanes set up for shooting at 18 meters (around 20 yards), complete with a full-size wall, paper targets, 3D targets, and mobile butts. There’s even a turning station to fine-tune your gear.
One of our favorite ranges is their outdoor one, which has Olympic-style target butts reaching up to 90 meters, a 3D range of up to 80 yards, and plenty of shaded shooting areas. In between rounds, we just love hanging out at the BBQ area and fire pit.
That’s not all—the property has forest trails with softwoods and hardwoods, and you’ll find a mix of 3D and field targets that create fun, challenging shots. And don’t miss their special winter loop, so you can enjoy a snowy archery session.
Pro Tip:
Between shots or after a long session, head to the lounge area (open to members and guests). It has couches, tables, a stereo system, and even vending machines—a lovely place where you can hang out with fellow archers.
Archers Arena
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Website: https://archersarena.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archersarena/
Address: 1140 Sheppard Ave W Unit 4, North York
Hours:
- Mon: 3 PM – 10 PM
- Tue – Wed: 4:30 PM – 10 PM
- Thu – Fri: 1:45 PM – 10 PM
- Sat: 10 AM – 10 PM
- Sun: 10 AM – 8:30 PM
Contact: (647) 992-7362
Just steps from the TTC and minutes off the 401 lies Archers Arena, a 10,000-square-foot entertainment complex. It has two playing fields for different styles of combat archery, sniper towers, and a shooting range for target practice.
The indoor range is fully equipped with 22 to 45-lb bows (you can bring your own as long as it’s below 50 lb). Also, you can practice at distances from 10 to 30 yards.
They also offer Combat Archery, which is like dodgeball but with bows and foam-tipped arrows. You’ll be dodging shots, diving for cover, and trying to take out the other team.
And if you want a bit of a challenge, try one of their target archery games like Black Jack, where going over 21 means you’re out. Another is the Shrinking Target, wherein the target (a blank piece of paper) gets smaller after each round.
Pro Tip:
Archers Arena offers archery lessons for all skill levels. You can choose from Beginner Archery with foam-tipped sessions to an 8-week Advanced Course with metal-tipped arrows.
Archery Circuit
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Website: https://archerycircuit.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archerycircuit/
Address: 3791 Victoria Park Ave #8, Scarborough
Hours: Mon – Sun: 8 AM – 12 AM
Contact: (416) 662-8828
Scarbrough’s Archery Circuit offers a unique glow-in-the-dark experience. You can play Nerf battles, dodgeball, and best of all, combat archery—all under black lights!
Their Combat Archery session is designed for all ages, and every session starts with 15 minutes of training. They’ll also gear you up with face masks, arm guards, and the right bow for your strength level (from 10 to 35 lbs).
Now, imagine shooting arrows in an arena lit with black lights—awesome, right? It’s like being in a futuristic video game, with neon gear, targets, and arrows; this is ideal for friend hangs and birthday parties.
Speaking of which, if it’s your big birthday week, you get to play for free! You’re also welcome to bring your own food, or you can take advantage of their Pizza Pizza catering hookup for a small discount.
Pro Tip:
For the budget-conscious (like me!), check out their website for ongoing deals. For instance, you can score a $30 Weekday Special, available Monday to Thursday.
The Archers of Caledon
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Website: https://archersofcaledon.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archersofcaledon/
Address: 15595 Shaws Creek Rd, Terra Cotta
Hours:
- Mon – Fri: 10 AM – 5 PM
- Sat – Sun: 9 AM – 8 PM
Contact: (905) 838-0761
The Archers of Caledon is a cool archery club that welcomes archers of all levels. What’s cool is that they also have 25 acres of open fields and forested land.
They offer various archery setups—recurve, compound, barebow, field, indoor, and even 3D. And when you’re ready, you can join one of their hosted tournaments.
To help you prepare for tournaments (or simply hone your skills), they have an Archery School for kids and adults. Classes usually start with recurve bows, but they also teach bare bow, compound, and even Asiatic bows.
And we’re impressed with their coaches and other club members too—some are national-level, and a few are Olympians and world champs.
Pro Tip:
If you think that you’re ready for the big leagues, check out their Introduction to Tournaments course for advanced archers (open from May to September). You’ll need your own gear, and you’ll get to shoot a T2S tournament as part of the course.
Ernest Thompson Seton Park
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Website: https://www.toronto.ca/parks-and-recreation-facilities/location/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/e-t-seton-archery-range/
Address: E.T. Seton Park
Hours: Mon – Sun: Open 24 hours
Contact: (416) 396-7378
Located along the Don River, Ernest Thompson Seton Park offers something that not all parks have—an outdoor archery range. And yep, it’s named after Ernest Thompson Seton, a Canadian legend who was one of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America.
We love that this archery range is free to use—it’s also unsupervised, so you’ll need to bring your own gear and a water bottle. Make sure you read the rules that are posted on-site before shooting.
If you’re taking private archery lessons, you can use this place just so you can take a break from your usual training spot.
In between shots, take a second to enjoy the fresh air and the views. You may spot red squirrels, songbirds, or the occasional deer—just remember not to shoot at them!
Pro Tip:
After your archery session, you can play on the disc golf course, ride a bike along one of its bike trails, or play basketball. And if you’re feeling hungry, have a picnic at one of their sites—they even have drinking fountains!
Shooting Academy Canada Ltd.
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Website: https://shootingacademycanada.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shootingacademycanada/
Address: 40 Continental Pl, Scarborough
Hours:
- Tue – Fri: 12 PM – 8 PM
- Sat – Sun: 10 AM – 6 PM
Contact: (416) 551-1610
Shooting Academy is located in the heart of Toronto—it’s an indoor facility that covers not just archery but also air/BB guns and knife throwing. We love that the place is run by top-tier instructors with Olympic, professional, and hunter-level experience.
Archery lessons for beginners (from the age of 6 and up) start with a 15-minute intro, covering safety, form, and techniques. You’ll be using a lightweight fiberglass longbow and shooting targets at 25 feet.
After this, you can jump to a 6-hour intermediate course, where you’ll learn different styles like barebow, instinctive, and hunting techniques.
Now, if you’d like to buy your own gear, they have a pro shop with everything from longbows and recurves to crossbows and Olympic-grade setups.
Pro Tip:
Already own a bow? Bring it in for a free inspection! Their experienced techs can tune, repair, or upgrade your setup using pro-level tools and presses.
Peel Archery Club
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Website: https://www.peelarchery.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peelarcheryclub/
Address: 107 Nuggett Ct, Brampton
Hours: Mon – Sun: Open 24 hours
Contact: https://www.peelarchery.ca/contact-us
Peel Archery Club is a private, members-only club with serious perks for passionate archers. It boasts the only 70-meter range in all of Ontario. You can join with a Single (1 adult + 1 child) or a Family Membership (2 adults + 2 children).
Before becoming a member, you’ll need to complete an evaluation with one of the club’s instructors or directors. Once you’re in, you’re given a key card that grants 24/7 access to the range—yep, you can practice at midnight if you want!
If you’re not ready to commit, they offer a Taste of Archery class—a one-hour session for absolute beginners. From there, you can level up with their intro and intermediate courses, which cover recurve, compound, and barebow techniques.
They also run a FunDev course, a 6 to 8-week progression program to improve your consistency and understanding.
Pro Tip:
Once you’re a member, you can take advantage of their Video Analysis setup. You’ll be able to see your shooting from multiple angles, evaluate our gear’s performance, and even grab cool action shots for your socials.
