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!

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!

I went to South Bay Archery Lessons to learn archery for my birthday and had the absolute best…read moreinstructors in Coach Lani and Coach Paul. Making a reservation was easy, with a wide range of availability, and they answered any pre-appointment questions quickly. Upon arriving with my friends, the lesson all at once insightful, informative, witty, and encouraging. Coach Paul gave us helpful safety tips (side note: leave everything you know about archery from movies/tv at the door) and taught us all about the fundamentals. Coach Lani gave incredibly helpful tips that took my aim and shooting power to the next level. This is an amazing place, whether you've never held a bow before or a seasoned archer looking to take your skills to the next level. My friends and I left having already made plans to return!

We had a Nerf Gun party, and it was absolutely fantastic. The event was run with incredible…read moreprofessionalism, charisma, and organization. Everything flowed smoothly without any unnecessary delays, and the kids were so engaged that they completely lost track of time and had an amazing two hours of nonstop fun. Ramon arrived early and carefully assessed the venue beforehand. He did an excellent job setting everything up to maximize the space and create the best possible experience for the children. He connected with the kids at their level and kept them excited with a variety of creative game formats and themes throughout the event. His energy, leadership, and ability to keep everyone involved were outstanding. Not only did all of our invited guests have a great time, but even children who happened to be walking by wanted to join in the fun. It truly felt like a perfect party that brought smiles to everyone around. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and highly recommend Ramon for any Nerf party or children's event!

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!

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!

Whenever I travel to the LA area, I make sure to attend one of Rick Beal Sensei's Kyudo classes…read more They are welcoming of occasional participants and have a well-coordinated routine that facilitates the study of Kyudo.

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It was my first time at Oak Tree Gun Club today and I have nothing but positive things to report…read more The staff is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and helpful. They were very kind to me (I was a little nervous since it's been so long since I went to a range) and made me feel safe and assured. I went as a solo female, and would recommend other women to go "give it a shot" as well. The pros will help you from start to finish, and even the guys just there on the range who didn't work there were nice, too. I made new friends! Great selections at the shop, easy parking, straightforward no-fuss place. Great value for time and money on the ammo, rental & lane. If you also need gear and gadgets, backpacks, apparel, cleaning tools...they have it. Also- I did not try it but the bbq food truck smelled amazing and I will definitely be doing that next time. Big thank you and shout out to Page for the support out there today. I will definitely be coming back with friends and family.

Highly Recommend Vince for New Shooters! Just finished the…read more"First Shots" with Chief Ranger Safety Office and Firearms Instructor Vince, and it was a fantastic experience.As a 51-year old woman w/zero prior pistol experience, I feel incredibly fortunate to have Vince as my instructor. The class was a great mix or ages and genders, and Vince's teaching style was both informative & easy to follow. We were able to handle about 6 different pistols in the classroom, which was incredibly helpful. As a petite woman w/ limited upper body strength, I struggled w/a few models, but Vince went above and beyond to teach me and other women specific techniques to make handling them much easier The range time was the highlight-practicing what we learned w/ one-to-one feedback from Vince was invaluable. He is clearly passionate about safety and making sure his students feel comfortable. If you're nervous about starting, Vince is the instructor you want to

Jeremy was a good instructor,had an awesome time. $20 per person for an hour class. Watch a 5min…read moresafety video in the beginning. Equipment included for class

I got a deal off of Groupon for an archery group class and it was such an easy transaction. When…read moreyou first arrive, you check in and send you upstairs. Once everyone arrives (they do have a good waiting period for those running a little late), the instructor introduces himself and you watch a quick video with safety instructions and an introduction to archery. From there, you are given pieces for your fingers (and instructions on how to wear them), then you line up and get sized for your bow... and then the fun starts!! They are really good at emphasizing the safety precautions you need to take without being pushy. Our instructor was really helpful with our form and adjusting our bow as we needed. There were some people in the class that definitely tested the patience of the instructor, but they kept cool and remained patient and kind. This is going to be a fun hobby! :D

I did a private group archery lesson today and it was so much fun! Cyril and Maria are kind and…read moreinformative and made the session fun yet safe and easy for everyone to do. I highly recommend booking with them for archery classes !

Very highly recommended. I've taken a couple of classes with Maria and she is a great teacher. All…read moreequipment provided if you're a beginner but they can work with you if you have your own equipment too. Really patient and light-hearted teaching style, but also great direction, giving good pointers on things to work on between sessions. It's a husband and wife team and Cyril also gave some helpful advice on bow setup between sessions too.