My wife and I had such a wonderful experience at Area Archery at Woodley park . From the moment we…read morestarted, we felt welcomed and supported. The two instructors were patient, thoughtful, and passionate about archery. As an educator myself, I can always recognize when someone has a joy for their craft and truly loves what they teach and that passion shows. Cyril and Maria are amazing. They gave us clear guidance on form, posture, and technique, and made the entire experience approachable and inspiring. We left feeling more confident, energized, and excited to continue learning. Highly recommend!

Maria and Cyril were great coaches for our big group of 16 people. They were patient and explained…read moreeverything clearly for us. They are a husband and wife team and are friendly and fun! I definitely want to continue lessons with them and I highly recommend for anyone looking for archery lessons.

Nicely flat ground with green grass... option for the golf, archery, soccer, tennis... but no…read morebasketball places or pingpong tables. Not enough parking space during weekends. But two bathrooms are not bad.

Cupid wishes he trained here…read more Hidden in the middle of the San Fernando Valley's urban sprawl, surrounded by the hum of the 405 and the occasional honking goose, lies one of L.A.'s coolest secrets: the Woodley Park Archery Range -- a slice of history where Olympic dreams, weekend warriors, and absolute beginners all take aim at the same targets. Woodley Park's archery range isn't just another community spot -- it's hallowed ground for archery in Southern California. Established in the mid-20th century, it became one of the premier training grounds for competitive archers, including those who've gone on to represent the U.S. in the Olympics and world tournaments. The range was home to early pioneers in modern archery and has long been supported by the Woodley Park Archers Club, a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to keeping the sport alive and accessible for everyone. Whether you're brand new or a practiced archer fine-tuning your form, this place is magic. It's free to use, open to the public, and beautifully maintained -- a rare mix of L.A. chill and Olympic discipline. The sound of arrows hitting targets is weirdly meditative, and for a moment, you forget you're in Van Nuys and not a medieval forest. If you're serious about learning, do yourself a favor and take a class here. The instructors are incredibly patient, passionate, and knowledgeable -- many are lifelong archers who learned the craft right here. And for equipment, look up Robertson Archery before you go -- one of the best local resources for tuning, gear, and guidance. Woodley Park Archers: where Olympic legends and suburban dads share the same bullseye. A place where you can legally shoot things in L.A. -- and it's encouraged. The Woodley Park Archery Range is an L.A. gem -- steeped in history, beautifully run, and accessible to everyone. Whether you're chasing Olympic dreams, trying something new, or just need to blow off some steam without breaking the law, this is your spot. And if you're getting serious? Call up Robertson Archery -- they'll make sure your bow sings like a legend.

There are places that talk about tradition, and then there are places that live it. Robertson…read moreArchery is the latter--a tucked-away temple of bows, strings, and quiet concentration that feels older than Los Angeles itself. Every time I'm in town, I carve out space for a lesson here. They don't just hand you a bow and send you to the range. They break it down--stance, breath, grip--without condescension or ego. From absolute zero, they had me loosing arrows with something resembling grace, and over time, they've built me into a halfway decent archer. That's not just instruction; that's craft. The gear side is no less impressive. Advice here isn't about upselling--it's about finding the bow, the arrows, the finger tabs that actually suit you. The staff talks from the heart, from decades of pulling strings and hitting targets, not from a sales script. And the vibe? Generous, patient, and real. You're not judged for being a beginner. You're not rushed. You're simply folded into the ritual of a practice older than most religions. For someone like me, who arrives a tourist and leaves a little bit better than before--that's gold. Robertson Archery isn't just a shop or a range. It's a reminder that in a city built on surface, you can still find depth. Come here. String a bow. Let the arrow fly.

It's been a couple years since my last lesson but I really enjoyed archery lessons! I first came…read morewith a friend for private lesson with Andrew. He explained everything to us first and got us geared up. I think he's a great instructor. He was quick to catch on that my friend and I both learn things differently. Was able to adjust and instruct us both. I ended up taking some more private lessons for a few more weeks. I really enjoyed archery and would definitely come back if I had the time! If anyone's thinking about it, I would definitely sign up!

Free lesson from excellent teachers, good parking, good location…read more After free training, membership for $45 per year and $5 per session would be great!

First time trying archery, the intro class was full of important info and it's a fun activity to…read moretry out! Make sure to get there early because it's first come, first serve!!! After the intro class, they give you a card with your name on it that gives you access to two free open shooting sessions which happen on the weekends. After that rental is $5, which is such a good price considered you can be there for a few hours. They have multiple ranges but for open shooting you can use either the 10M or the 18M range. There's a parking lot next to the range and there tables and benches as well. Such a good park! The park also has two good tennis courts! Visit the archery website and Facebook for more info!

We hired Airballing and Jerry as our event coordinator for our son's birthday party last Saturday,…read moreand it was an absolute blast! Both the kids and the parents reported they had an amazing time. Jerry and his partner arrived on time, set everything up in time for the party, and managed the games with fantastic energy and organization. They kept a crowd of 20+ kids (and quite a few parents) engaged and entertained the entire time. The best part is that the parents had just as much fun as the kids! The games were a huge hit, especially parents versus kids. Several guests even asked for the company info because they were so impressed. It was a well-organized, reasonably priced event that was fun for everyone. We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. A huge thank you to Airballing and Jerry for making our party so memorable!

We had a great experience working with this company. Jerry was wonderful with children. He arrived…read moreright on time, and started setting up for the birthday party right away. He was very professional the whole time. My 8 year old and his 14 classmates had so much fun playing laser tag at the community park right by their school. We had issues with the food caterers for the birthday party but we were so relieved to not worry at all about the main attraction: laser tag! Thank you so much, Jerry!

This is a well-run shooting club in Santa Clarita. If you're coming from LA, it's actually just…read morebefore you get into Santa Clarita. There are multiple ranges, depending on what you want to shoot, a restaurant with quality food, a small bar (they do not allow you to shoot after drinking, but the reverse is fine), a gun shop with a very good selection and knowledgeable staff, and several events throughout the year. What really makes this place great is the staff at the ranges. If they see someone doing something unsafe, they call it out and put a stop to it immediately, which is what you want at a gun range. But more than that, they're friendly and more than willing to help you with tips on shooting or with any weapon malfunction--very important for new shooters. Guys like Savage and Jimmy really help make the rifle range an enjoyable experience. As far as the different ranges, there is a long row of shotgun clay/skeet shooting at the front when you pull in. That's also where you find the restaurant and some clean bathrooms. There is also a small shop with clothing, accessories, and some very high-end shotguns. This is where you check in for the shotgun range. To head to the archery range, park there and make a left past the main building and up a hill. I haven't been to the archery range yet, so I can't comment on it. For the rifle range, continue to the left past the ramp for the archery range. It's a bit of a walk, especially if you're carrying a bunch of weapons and ammo. It's paved, and I believe they have golf carts available to help transport you if you're disabled or just need the help. There is a small shop where you check in, with accessories, ammo, and targets available for purchase, as well as various rifles available for rent. At the rifle range, you can shoot most calibers of rifle, shotgun, or handgun (but no hollow points), so it's fun for all. You can set up cardboard target stands or use the steel targets spread throughout the range. I'm not sure how far back it goes--probably about 75-100 yards. I've heard a rumor that if you bring in a watermelon or pumpkin, you can shoot it, but I haven't checked the validity of that yet. The only negative about the rifle range is that the only bathrooms there are porta potty's. For the pistol range and gun shop, when you pull into the parking lot, instead head to the right, where there is an additional smaller parking lot. There are some nicer bathrooms out front. Inside is the pro shop/gun shop, where the guys (I think their names are Frankie and Rick) are very helpful. If you want to try any of the handguns before purchasing, they have them for rent as well. There is a paper range and a steel range. I believe that, aside from handguns, you can also shoot small handgun-caliber rifles there. At the paper range you can shoot hollow points (at least that was allowed last time I was there), but not at the steel range. There are about 10-12 stalls on each range. I don't think either range extends past 75 yards. For the paper range, you can purchase targets at the shop or bring your own to put on cardboard stands. One of the guys there is extremely helpful if you need tips or have any questions. I believe his name is Page-hope I got that right. On the steel side, they have a plethora of steel targets set at different distances. The nice thing about the steel range is that you never have to stop and wait while people change out their targets. There are also an additional two speed plate lanes at the end that are first come, first served. Again, the employees do a good job of keeping an eye on everyone and maintaining a safe environment. Don't forget to bring ear and eye protection. But if you need it, they have both available. I don't think they currently charge you to borrow either. They also have memberships available, with massive discounts on the membership a couple of times a year during events. One tip - if it's your first time, make sure you fill out the waivers online before you go. It will save you time when you get there. There is a main waiver everyone signs, plus additional waivers for each range you plan on using (ie shotgun, rifle, archery, pistol, etc.). I highly recommend Oak Tree to anyone looking to try shooting for the first time, anyone looking to purchase a firearm and try it out first, and experienced shooters looking for a good, safe, convenient place to shoot.

Very pleasant range tucked away in the hills by Valencia/Santa Clarita…read more Good service at the desk, you can and should sign waivers in advance via their website for smooth processing. They have a great selection of rentals if you so happen to need it or want to try stuff out, pricing is available on their website. This visit I enjoyed their steel pistol range, they have an option to shoot paper as well on a separate part of the pistol range. The bays are nice and wide, lots of space to comfortably shoot on the steel range. Reasonable pricing and the location is a nice and quiet woodsy forest vibe. There is parking in front of the club/restaurant/shotgun range (Rifle is to the left), as well as if you hit a right, there was a bit of parking in front of the pistol ranges and gun store. This place is a must try for any hobbyist, recreational or professional shooter.

Paul is great. Nice indoor facility. Clean and well organized. Facility great for corporate events.read more

My son has been taking private lessons from Coach Paul for about 6 months and has been extremely…read morehappy with his lessons and progress. Paul is extremely patient and encouraging and is focused on teaching proper form and developing good habits, while making sure my son enjoys the sport and is meeting his personal goals. My son has improved dramatically, not only by gaining more technical skills, but also by gaining confidence in his abilities. South Bay Archery was also extremely generous and accommodating over the holidays, as our family was searching for a fun activity to do on New Year's eve with some friends. We booked a private party with Coach Paul and Coach Lani and everyone had a wonderful time! They made sure all 9 participants learned proper safety protocols, and taught our group how to shoot since some of us had no prior experience. They kept a good pace, explaining the challenges of shooting from further distances, and made things extra fun by creating a competition at the end, with the winner getting a prize! After that we relaxed and ate in the party room upstairs, which overlooked the shooting area. We all had a GREAT TIME! I encourage anyone looking for a fun group activity to check out South Bay Archery Lessons! I can't say enough about the kind, warm and engaging nature of both Coach Paul and Coach Lani, as well as the exceptional care and professionalism they put into all they do! We are looking forward to learning more archery skills and sharing fun times with South Bay Archery Lessons!

First time archer and returning archers classes are reserve online. They fill up fast and you need…read moreto check the dates and times they come out on their website. I was fortunate enough to book a class, since they still had openings. In order to book, you are required to pay $5 per person, and each person shooting needs a reservation. For the first time archer classes you need to arrive 15 minutes to sign in, get placed with a group/instructor, get the gear (they measure your arms, for the bow and arrows) the first-time archer classes are 8 AM and the returning is at 10 AM. Our instructor was very informative and helpful throughout the class. We also benefit from having a trainee in class where he was shadowing the main instructor. He was helpful with assisting and correcting our form. I was in a group with 9 other people. Each group was led by an instructor and taken to their own shooting area to learn the etiquette, rules, and how to shoot properly. He provides demonstrations and tips for correct shooting. After each demonstration, instructor invited the group to the line to practice shooting. Instructions were very clear and helpful. At the end, they provide balloons as targets to shoot. If you were able to pop the balloon, you get a cool pin. After the class was done, the instructor gave us a card to show proof that we've taken the first class, and we can sign up for the returning class if we decide to. Parking is limited. There is a small parking lot and it gets filled quickly. Come early or park on the street and walk down the hill.

This archery range is something else. It is basically a trail with targets spread out, mimicking…read moredifferent hunting scenarios that you can practice for. There are also more of a long range targets if you are into that. The range is very well maintained, never too crowded, and the whole experience is just unmatched. I have been to several archery ranges and this is absolutely in its own league. Per City of Pasadena regulations you need to be certified to practice at the range, which entails about an hour long class and a small fee. Just keep in mind that it will take about a month to get your cert sent to you, so do it in advance. Absolutely worth it. Any interactions I have had with the staff and members of the club have been great. They also have classes, competitions, events, etc. Once a month (I believe 3rd Sunday of every month) they put up 3D targets, which are a lot of fun. Honestly, this place is a gem. P.S. It is also the oldest continuously operating field archery range in the world.

First time here for California state outdoor archery tournament and many positives here…read more Plenty of parking, easy/nearby access to freeway, close to nearby food (In n Out, Chipotle, Chick Fil A, etc), and relatively new tournament range. Thanks for all the planning and hard work to construct the tournament range and the volunteers who put these events on. Fortunately the weather was great (not too hot). We had a great time in Simi Valley and looking forward to coming here again. Cell phone reception on the range is not too good although you can get a little bit of reception in certain spots, and it does work if you drive 5min into the surrounding neighborhood.

I recently tried the public Saturday archery class from 9 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. and had a blast…read more You can come armed with your own equipment if you're an expert or intermediate level, but as a first-timer, newbie, or beyond, they provide you with equipment to borrow. The staff goes over your eye orientation (whether right or left-eye dominant), provides you with an archery arm guard, and goes over the safety rules. They had multiple instructors who helped you orient yourself and your bow and arrows to shoot at the target. It felt like many directions, but as you go more rounds, your body and brain start to retain the information. I cheered when I finally hit the target! My only goal for the day, besides getting out of bed, was to hit the target! Maybe I didn't hit dead center, but an arrow (and even more arrows) made it onto the target! Yay! There is no good cell phone reception at the range where the public course is held, so if you're meeting anyone, try to make sure you decide where to meet beforehand. There is free parking on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. through a fence to your left, a little from when you enter the park. The public session costs $5, and you must sign a waiver. Bring cash, as, once again, you will probably have no cell service. Thank you to Kevin and the other instructors and staff who helped me patiently. I couldn't believe how quickly the two hours flew by. Everything was well-organized, and this is such an amazing weekly event that Conejo Valley Archers hosts. Thank you again!