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
- Faithful or Traitor? Our 2026 Halloween Fun Shoot
Friday 30th October saw Barnsley YMCA Archers take over the YMCA sports hall for our Halloween Fun Shoot – complete with capes, creepy targets, carrot cake and a few Traitors in our midst. - Equipment Repair Day – Thank You for a Fantastic Effort!
Our Equipment Repair Day on 27th September was a huge success — with 5 bosses re-foamed, 100+ arrows re-fletched, 20 bow kits refreshed, and plenty of tea and biscuits shared along the way! - Archery Fun at Elsecar by the Sea
This year’s Elsecar by the Sea gala at Elsecar Park was a fantastic celebration of community spirit. - Archery Have-a-Go Day in Hoyland | Barnsley YMCA Archers Event Recap
Discover how our Archery Have-a-Go Day in Hoyland brought together families, beginners, and archery lovers for a fun, inclusive experience—despite a rainy twist! - 🎯 Try Archery in Barnsley – Have-a-Go Session on 21st June 2025
Join Barnsley YMCA Archers for an exciting Have-a-Go Archery Session on Saturday, 21st June 2025, at the Rockingham Centre, Hoyland. - Final Beginner’s Archery Session Rescheduled
Unfortunately, due to the forecasted snow, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone the final session of our November Beginner’s Archery Course.
Our Halloween Fun Shoot on Friday 30th October was a frightfully good night! A huge thank you to everyone who dressed up, made targets and brought treats – and to Louise, whose carrot cake vanished within five minutes! 👻
See the costumes, the handmade targets and lots more photos on our blog 👇
barnsley-ymca-archers.co.uk/halloween-fun-shoot-2026/
A quick nudge to all our members – if you have any outstanding fees, please could you get these paid as soon as you can. Your fees help keep the club running and make sure everyone is properly insured on the shooting line 🏹
You can pay in cash or by cheque at your next session, or by bank transfer – just drop us a message and we'll send you the bank details.
Not sure if you owe anything? Give one of the committee a shout and we'll happily check for you.
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Here's what's coming up at Barnsley YMCA Archers before the end of the year:
📊 Friday 27th November – Scoring Night
📊 Friday 18th December – Scoring Night
🎄 Tuesday 22nd December – Christmas Fun Shoot & our last club session of the year!
🔒 The YMCA is then closed over Christmas and New Year.
🥂 Tuesday 5th January – We're back! Join us for a welcome back / New Year refreshments night.
See you on the shooting line! 🎯
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