Archery in the Schools

• Administrative approval.
• A teacher to volunteer to teach the course. In most schools, NASP^® is taught by physical education teachers.
• MassWildlife to come to your school for the required certification training.

Why archery?

Archery is a fun sport for people of all ages and abilities. It helps improve student motivation, behavior, and focus. Archery helps improve self-confidence and can introduce students to the natural world.

 What is NASP^®?

The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP^®) introduces students to archery in an active school setting. Program partners, like MassWildlife, train teachers on the curriculum and help with providing the needed tools.

Three core elements of NASP^®

• Archery Curriculum: The study units fit into a school's physical education curriculum. However, it can be taught as a part of other school subjects.
• Teacher Training: MassWildlife holds an 8-hour Basic Archery Instructor Course. This course trains teachers on equipment, education, and safety standards. These trainings are free for physical educators thanks to the New England Chapter of the Safari Club International who purchase the training packets. 
• Equipment and Safety: The bow used in the curriculum has no set draw length or weight. This allows beginners to be more successful regardless of their size or strength.