USA Archery in WashingtonUSA Archery is the national governing body for the Olympic and Paralympic sport of archery. Whether you're picking up a bow for the first time, coaching a youth club, or chasing a state title, here's everything you need to get connected here in Washington. Your USA Archery State Coordinator Alice BuswellUSA Archery Washington State Coordinator · USA Archery Level 3 NTS Coach Alice is Washington's go-to contact for all things USA Archery. She helps clubs make the most of USA Archery programs like JOAD, club membership, and coaching certification, and she's working to bring more USA Archery sanctioned events to Washington. She's also visiting ranges all over the state, so if you'd like her to stop by your club, just ask!
Email: alice.archery@gmail.com |
Become a USA Archery Member
All-Access MembershipThe full membership for youth, adults, and families. Compete in any USA Archery event, join JOAD, Adult, or Collegiate clubs, and earn achievement awards. See Membership Options → | Free Youth TrialYouth in eligible archery programs can try USA Archery free for 12 months, including events, JOAD clubs, and achievement awards. Start a Free Trial → | Temporary MembershipJust want to try one tournament? A single-use membership lets you shoot one sanctioned local or state event, like our State Championships. Get a Temporary Membership → | Club MembershipRegister your club for liability coverage on club activities, the ability to sanction local and state events, and access to USA Archery's club programs. Register Your Club → |
Programs for Every ArcherUSA Archery programs run through local clubs, ranges, schools, and parks. Ask your club which ones they offer, or reach out if you'd like help starting one. |
JOAD: Junior Olympic Archery DevelopmentA year-round youth program where kids learn in a safe, fun setting and progress at their own pace through achievement awards. It's a natural next step after NASP and can lead to local, state, and national competition or elite programs like Regional Elite Development (RED). Learn About JOAD → | Adult Archery ProgramJOAD's grown-up counterpart. Brand new archers and seasoned competitors alike can shoot for fun or work toward Bronze, Silver, and Gold achievement pins in recurve, compound, barebow, and more. Learn About Adult Archery → | Explore ArcheryA ready-to-go beginner curriculum for all ages, built for clubs, parks and rec departments, camps, and scout groups. Any USA Archery Level 1 instructor (or NASP or OAS equivalent) can register a program. Start an Explore Archery Program → |
Collegiate ArcheryCollege archers can compete for their school through USA Archery's Collegiate Archery Program, with both competitive and recreational membership options. Learn About Collegiate Archery → | Olympic Archery in Schools (OAS)Brings Olympic-style archery into schools, either as a school activity or a competitive team. Learn About OAS → | Adaptive ArcheryArchery truly is for everyone. Find resources, equipment guidance, and para-archery pathways for archers of all abilities. Learn About Adaptive Archery → |
Coaching, Judging & Athlete SafetyGreat clubs are built on great volunteers. If you'd like to give back to the sport, here's where to start. |
Become a CoachUSA Archery offers five certification levels:
Certifications are also recognized by NFAA and ASA. Explore Coach Certification → | Become a JudgeCertified judges keep sanctioned tournaments fair and running smoothly, and Washington events always need more of them. Learn about the certification path and find a course. Explore Judge Certification → | Range Pass & SafeSportAnyone with routine access to minors in a USA Archery club or event, including coaches, volunteers, and judges, needs a Range Pass. It combines membership, a background screen, and SafeSport training. Learn About Range Pass → |
Compete in WashingtonWashington hosts USA Archery State Championships both indoors and outdoors each year, along with JOAD championships and local sanctioned shoots. First tournament? Everyone starts somewhere, and these resources will help you show up ready. |
Rules & Dress CodeDivisions, age classes, equipment rules, and the dress code for sanctioned events. Read the Rules → | First Event GuideWhat to expect, what to bring, and how a tournament day flows. Read the Guidebook → | Host an EventWant to bring a sanctioned shoot to your range? Let's make it happen. Learn How to Host → |
Let's Grow Archery in Washington TogetherThinking about starting a JOAD club, hosting a sanctioned shoot, or just have a question? Alice would love to hear from you. |