Welcome to Barnsley YMCA Archers

Barnsley YMCA Archers is a friendly, members-led club open to archers of any ability and experience shooting any bow style accepted by Archery GB. Members are accommodating and supportive of other members archery needs and are encouraged to take an active part in the running of the club, its events and the maintenance of its facilities and equipment.

We are located in the heart of Barnsley, South Yorkshire, UK. As an officially affiliated club with ArcheryGB, the national governing body for archery in the UK, we take pride in promoting the sport of archery and fostering a thriving community of archers of all skill levels. We are also members to our more local governing bodies, Yorkshire Archery Association (YAA) and the Northern Counties Archery Society (NCAS).

Whether you’re a complete novice or an experienced archer looking for a new club to call home, we invite you to join the Barnsley YMCA Archers and embark on a rewarding and fulfilling archery adventure. Explore our website to learn more about our club, events, training opportunities, and how you can become a part of our vibrant archery community. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our passion for archery!

Members

Being a member of an archery club can be exhilarating, the camaraderie among fellow archers is supportive and you exchange tips and techniques to improve your skills. Whether a beginner or seasoned enthusiast, you all share a passion for this ancient art, fostering patience, discipline, and self-awareness. Barnsley YMCA Archers provides not only a thrilling sporting outlet but also a place to connect with like-minded individuals who understand the unique allure of this age-old sport.

Beginners

Unleash your inner archer! Join our beginner’s courses today. Experience the thrill of mastering the bow and arrow, guided by our friendly instructors and fellow enthusiasts. Get ready for a journey of focus, precision, and camaraderie. Start hitting the gold with every shot. Join now and embrace the adventure!

Latest News, Blogs & Events

14 hours ago

🔐 Club Hub update! 🔐

Good news – the password for the Club Hub (our Members' Area on the website) has been reinstated and is working again! ✅

You'll find the password in our latest club newsletter, which has landed in your inbox 📬 While you're there, catch up on our Halloween Fun Shoot round-up and the upcoming dates for your diary.

Can't find the newsletter? Check your junk/spam folder or give one of the committee a shout and we'll point you i#BarnsleyYMCAArchersn#archeryn#clubhubArchers #Archery #ClubHub
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🏹❤️It's more than just shooting arrows...

One of the best things about being part of an archery club is everything that happens around the shooting.

Whether it's chatting between ends, helping someone get their equipment set up, trying something new, celebrating a personal best, volunteering behind the scenes or just having a laugh together...

It's all part of being a club. 🏹

Here's to plenty more good club n#BarnsleyYMCAArchers##archeryY#clublifes #Archery #ClubLife
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🗡️ Are you a Faithful, or are you a Traitor? 🗡️

That was the question of the night at our Halloween Fun Shoot! 🎃 Capes swirled, arrows flew and there was a bucket of sweets doing the rounds all evening… but did anyone own up to being a Traitor? 👀

Read all about our spooky evening and see the photos here 👇
barnsley-ymca-archers.co.uk/halloween-fun-shoot-2026/
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