This was my first archery group class and I really enjoyed the experience The instructor was great, explained everything clearly, and made the class feel welcoming for beginners. The group was also such a friendly crew which made the experience even better. Overall a really fun time and I'm glad I decided to give it a try! read more

10/10 Definitely recommend! My husband and I did a beginners class recently and it was A LOT of fun. The Instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had a good group with us and we were encouraging and cheering each other on. We will be coming back to do the next class. It is the building on the corner of Marina Blvd & Verna Court. There's parking right in front. read more

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Basically I asked (via email, because there is no number to call) to not charge me except for the first month because none of their hours of operation worked for my life to cancel my membership, I didn't stay on them and they charged me for 5 months and only gave me money back for 1 month.....and then ghosted me when I was for the other 3 months back.... read more

My husband and I attended the beginner I group lesson a couple Saturdays ago and it was awesome! They prepared everything for you so you just need to bring yourself! We had coach Arezoo for the group lesson. She was funny, informative and experienced. The first 10 minutes we learned about archery, safety, what to do and what not to do. Then we begin the fun part- the actual shooting of the arrow. It was exhilarating and I just wanted to do that forever lol. If you've always wanted to try shooting an arrow, definitely do it here! read more

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Haven't been yet, looking forward to it!! I didn't know they were here in San Leandro, been wanting to find an archery center for a long time. read more

I brought my team here for a Christmas party and it was a blast! Most of us have never shot a but everyone had so much fun. Kari was very helpful and a fun teacher. She taught all of us the fundamentals and laughed with us too! If you want a fun spot for the family or a team building event, Ohlone archery is a great spot. read more

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It was the kids first day of private archery lesson before they head to the group class and I couldn't be more thankful to our instructor. He was kind and 'kid friendly'. Mr. Woody explained everything through email and in person today-- very patient. Kids find him super cool. It was all about safety, and mommy appreciated that. The place is really nice! read more

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I got a lesson back in 2020 and had a membership for a couple of months. Then I came back to do a lesson and proceeded with a membership again in April 2022. It's a bargain at $58 every four weeks including borrowing equipment. The staff is kind and willing to provide you with advice! read more

Friends and I had a great experience during a private group lesson with Kari. I scheduled by email about a month in advance, and received a reminder the week-of. Gear was provided for the class. We learned about the anatomy of the bow, how to shoot, and how to safely operate in the space. Our instructor (Kari) was friendly and knowledgeable, and provided tips to each person throughout the session. Time went by quickly, very much in the "time flies when you're having fun" kind of way. Other Notes: Range is indoors and food is not allowed (water okay). Plenty of parking in the area. read more

I adore Ohlone Archery. I would describe Ohlone as primarily an private indoor traditional archery range with a little archery shop on the side. Shop-wise, it's not the kind where you can just show up and find whatever you need. They do have a limited selection of items on hand, mostly archery accessories like if you need a new arrow rest or bowstring or an arm guard. The have a few bows on consignment that aren't particularly cheap. If you need something right away, they usually recommend Archery Only in Newark. That said, they are a local dealer for Lancaster Archery Supply (arguably the largest archery supply store in the nation) and you can pick gear from their catalog and Ohlone will order for you, and it should take a couple weeks to arrive depending on what you get. And if you're a member you get a discount. They also have an arrow fletcher on hand if you want custom arrows (and eventually--you will--want custom arrows). As far as the indoor range goes, because of covid they downsized/spread it out to nine lanes with tables in between each one. Two lanes are fixed at 10 yards or less and the rest are 20 yards or less. It's $55/month to be a member, and they're open 4-5 days a week (depending on season). You can also drop in for a single session but it's like $25 or something. Also if you're not an experienced archer you'll have to do a beginner course so you learn about safety, etiquette, shooting basics etc. They also have shop bows you can use if you don't have one of your own. There's also a nice little community of folks that are regulars, some who've been going to Ohlone for years and a few newbies like myself. Everyone is super nice and willing to share their knowledge and wisdom. Some of the staff are also great archers in their own right. There's also a few coaches that they can refer you to. They have sort of an informal league where people of different shooting classes and yardages can post their results up on a scoreboard. Occasionally people might regulate the line if you aren't using the right etiquette. And Aaron will yell at you if you move the bales without asking lol (don't move the bales without asking!). I think if people are members long enough they might invite you to some other events or outdoor shoots. Or so I've heard (ahem). Oh yeah regarding the name: "Ohlone Archery is named as a tribute to the indigenous people of the Central California Coast who roamed this area with the bow and arrow for thousands of years before us. Ohlone Archery does not claim to represent the Ohlone People or their culture." read more

Ohlone Archery - It's not the destination it's the journey... - Archery Near Me - San Leandro, California

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A great little range with everything you'll need and want. I first walked into this range 8 months ago to take my instruction/safety course (required). Since that day everyday I spent at Ohlone was a great day filled with great kind people. Everyone here is very kind and always willing to share tips that the picked up on over their years of shooting that will quickly help you become proficient as a beginner (pick Henry's brain). The community at Ohlone makes you feel at home and wanting to come back whenever you can. Ohlone is definitely well equipped, when I took my family to another range back in my hometown they had very poor equipment that was not fitting to get anyone into archery, the equipment was practically unusable. Ohlone has very quality recurve bows from Samick as well as plenty of arrows that range from different lengths based on your arm length. The staff here is great! Nico, the range owner is very kind and when you take your first lesson here he'll treat your right and teach you everything you need to know to get started! When you think you're ready to buy your own gear the shop owner's Henry, Charelle and Barbra will help you get everything you want and need at an affordable price. (there is house gear available for you to use as part of your membership). I was lucky enough to have been there for Ohlone's 5th anniversary and that's when I knew that I belonged here at Ohlone. Now I am just longing for the day my shoulder fully recovers and I am able to stand on the line again! read more

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I love this place! The instructors are great and it's very fun. I only with there were more open slots or a different schedule so I could go more often. read more

After getting a Groupon offer earlier this year, we have been coming here as often as we can. Nico is patient, kind and super sweet in working with getting you comfortable with shooting. My daughter is hyper-mobile (double jointed) and he's always trying to help her find a way for her not to smack her arm...but she's stubborn and doesn't quite absorb as much as I would like, but we still have a great time. read more

I wanted to host a beginner group archery class for my friends and I. After reading many reviews and researching a variety of places, this location seemed the best choice. Many of the other ranges were outdoors, had group lessons very infrequently, were for people who owned their own equipment/had experience, or, in one case, had a racist instructor. You can imagine the relief I felt when I found this place. It fit the criteria I needed, an indoor location for beginners without equipment and lessons that could be booked with a certain group size. The group class my friends and I had with Nico was great! Leading up event he was communicative and answered all of my questions. During the lesson he was extremely patient, very clear in his directions, and a great instructor overall. It's very clear he has a lot of experience. There is an emphasis on safety and it shows. One more note: my friends and I like to dress up on the weekends and we're a colorful bunch. We've experienced disrespectful comments and behavior at other places in the past. Nico was respectful and kind to everyone, which meant a lot to me. We had a great experience and I hope to return at some point. I just need to make time! read more

Archery newbie over here! So happy that I stumbled across Ohlone Archery (all thanks to Yelp!) I came here with one of my good friends because we were looking to do something fun and new. Both of us had never really touched a real bow and arrow before...I mean, I had an archery unit back when I was in the 7th grade, does that count? We were instantly welcomed and realized upon arrival that it would have probably been a good idea if we had scheduled a lesson before showing up. Luckily, it was a slow day and we were given an impromptu lesson before getting our hour of shooting in. I learned so much about form and aim that I felt like a pro at the end of our session. Ok, that might be an exaggeration. But I felt pretty bad ass with my little forearm guard and 14lb. bow. There is so much skill and precision that goes into archery. In fact after this experience, my friend was inspired to purchase his own bow...and I think I might consider taking this up as a serious hobby as well. We spent $25 each for an hour of play. Make sure you come in comfortable clothing, you can't wear jackets on the line. And you're given a key to a locker if you bring your personals! Please visit this hometown gem and get your Katniss Everdeen on. read more

Ohlone Archery - Archery Near Me - San Leandro, California

My teen daughter picked up Archery to fulfill her high school PE requirement. She's been coming here regularly for a few months now. One thing that strikes me about Ohlone is the diversity of the patrons. From teens to seniors, men and women, all different kinds of people. The venue is very bright and welcoming to all. Nico, the owner, couldn't be more friendly and gracious. There is a great community of folks who seem to all have a fondness and respect for one another, at all skill levels. Woody runs the JOAD (Junior Olympic Archery Development) club, where a group of youth meets every Saturday to learn to shoot safely, challenge themselves, and have fun. He also encourages the kids to compete in regional tournaments, which we will do for the first time in a few months. They also have leagues, private and group lessons, and open range times. Usually there is a beginning group lesson ending as we arrive for JOAD on Saturday, and everyone seems to be having a good time. If you're looking for something new and different to try, you could definitely do worse. Check it out! Sometimes you might be able to even find a Groupon for it. read more

I came here with a group of friends yesterday and loved every moment of my first archery lesson. Nico was personable, patient, knowledgeable, thorough, and a great trainer. I've always wanted to try archery and came to Ohlone through a Groupon deal. It was $22 for a couple which was totally worth it for a hours session, equipment included. I think it's $12 for a person through Groupon. We arrived 10 minutes early to complete our waivers and payment. After our group of 6 arrived we began with 10-15 minute safety and basic training. Nico picked out our bows and we practiced holding them properly and adjusted to the weight. When we started shooting he corrected our posture and provided helpful tips throughout the session. Midway we were shooting on our own like pros. The entire experience was seamless. I'll definitely be back to work on my aim. It was a lot of fun! If you can get 6 people in a class (total lanes available) it feels like a private lesson. We got some pretty awesome group photos in too :) Thanks for everything, Nico! Tips: - huge parking lot in front - wear comfortable shoes - book your class in advance, especially if you go with a group (max 6) - when you shoot: elbows up, take a few seconds to set up your shot and don't overthink it. Enjoy!! read more

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This was very fun! Our instructor was very knowledgeable and very friendly too! He gave us some safety training at the beginning of the class, then we got to practice for the rest of the class. He was also really good at giving us tips on how to improve our aim and posture. After the class, there was a couple who stayed behind to learn more about archery, and the instructor was very passionate expanding this couple's knowledge. The four of us also stayed behind to have him take pictures for us (heehee) and we also asked a bunch of questions, and you could tell the instructor was just there to help us learn more about archery! Very cool. And after this initial lesson, we're free to come in on Tuesday/Wednesdays every week for only $15/hour to practice!! Would love to come back. Great experience!! read more

I am new to archery (my high school archery P.E. sessions do not count - we are all just lucky no one lost an eye). I had been interested in doing archery for a few years but had not gotten around to taking a lesson, finally a friend of mine started doing archery in NYC and I decided she couldn't have all the fun without me. I jumped the gun a bit and purchased a recurve bow online that was a bit too heavy of a draw weight for me but Nico (owner and proprietor of Ohlone Archery) kindly swapped out the limbs for me at my last session. The beginning archery class is great and a must do, it is a really good introduction to archery, proper form, and range etiquette. The range is really nice, all the targets are adjustable for different skill levels (different distances) and Nico provides all the equipment so if you don't have your own bow don't fret, everything is provided. The vibe is very friendly and the other archers are super nice and supportive. I have been three times so far, and the last time I had a private lesson with Woody Walters which was very helpful! I highly recommend Ohlone Archery to anyone interested in beginning archery, or more advanced archers! Great people, great range. read more

This place only allows about 6 people to shoot at a time, but the facility is clean and friendly. We did a private lesson for $25 each and the owner Nico who was also the teacher was very friendly and helpful. He was very friendly, and informative on safety and technique. For this being the first time learning, the experience was great, fun and I would sure go back to this place again. Finding the place is a little tricky since it shares its parking lot with other industrial buildings and businesses and it was near the back of the lot. But it's basically right across the street from the marina outlets. Overall good place to learn archery. Also one of our friends said they learned more at this place then they did at the archery place in Newark. So if you're torn between which place to go to, I recommend this place. read more

Ohlone Archery - Bulls eye! - Archery Near Me - San Leandro, California

I was able to book a private party of 6 (mostly family) on short notice through email. Nico quickly responded and was very helpful answering my questions since this was the 1st time we were trying archery. Private Lesson: Nico went over safety, stance, shooting and aiming. He was very detailed and thorough. Watched everyone in the group and gave pointers as we were shooting. I went from missing the target to being able land 3-4 out of 5 in the middle of the target from 30 ft. Overall: Great experience for everyone in the group. They all loved it and had a fun time. I'll be back with my wife for sure. read more

Ohlone Archery - 2nd set from 21ft - Archery Near Me - San Leandro, California

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Purchased a groupon 1 hr archery class & it was sooo fun & worth it. Place is pretty small, lanes have room for 6 shooters @ a time. It was a blast. & nico, the owner, was a great teacher & it was fun that he was cheering us on. Will definitely go back for more shooting!! Probably a new hobby in the making(= read more

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Wow, we never knew how much fun archery was! We had always thought about doing it and Nico was nice enough to open up a reservation for us today. His instructions were simple and easy to follow and we became very comfortable shooting quickly. The location is a decent size but intimate, and easy to find. The inside is clean and all the equipment were in good condition. I will be coming back. Thanks again for the great first experience! read more

What an awesome place to learn Archery! My friends and I had our first archery lesson here with Nico and It was such an amazing experience! We learned how to shoot within 15 minutes. Safety first! Nico was fun and professional. We will definitely be coming back!!! read more

I attended the group beginners lesson with Arezoo Heydari. She has trained Olympic athletes. Before the lesson, started we had to sign a waiver, wear arm guards, and stand by our assigned spot. There is adequate spacing between each student. Arezoo explained the 11 steps of aiming and the range safety rules. Before practicing with arrows, we practiced with the bow only so that we would learn to hold the bow & release the aim correctly. During the practice, we got individual feedback to correct ourselves. Archery is technical and it's like meditating with the bow and arrow. The bow and arrows given for the lessons were well-maintained. The 90 mins of the class went by quickly. I enjoyed the last round of practice, where we had to train our minds to focus on the target. The class ended after a quick stretch. Arezoo's assistant coach, Ahmed, was friendly and gave students positive encouragement and feedback to improve. read more

Came here for a lesson. Great good class. Great instructors. It was a small group as well. I know the basics now. Definitely need to go back to practice my aim more. read more

I've been interested in learning more about archery for sometime now so I decided to book a Saturday lesson here. The lesson was $35 which is well worth it for the quality of the lesson and the skills I left with in under an hour. I heard there's a groupon so if you're price conscious you can still check this place out. Surprisingly it was everything opposite of what I envisioned, but in a great way. It's so relaxing and stress free, I truly had a great time learning. Nico and his instructors were so informative and truly take pride in offering the best, safest archery instruction. I wish I could remember the guy giving me instruction, he was a bit younger but very helpful and positive. Overall great experience, I can't wait to come back and purchase my own bow and take some more in depth lessons. I think I've found a new hobby :) read more

I'm new to archery. When I first came here, I'd shot a bow once in the Oakland hills. I knew I liked it and that I wanted one, but not much else. So I picked a Saturday afternoon to drive down. Nico, the owner, helped me choose my draw weight and suggested a bow I might want to order. I had it delivered to my house and took it in the following weekend, and he helped me set everything up and fit me for arrows, and suggested some accessories from the ones he had in stock. It was perfect. Having someone who knows what they're doing saved me a tremendous amount of trial and error. I'm still learning, but this is a comfortable environment to shoot in if you're new. You'll get to see a lot of experienced archers shooting compound bows and complicated recurve setups, but there are also plenty of other beginners, and while the range is essentially a one-man operation, Nico is extremely attentive and helpful. (One thing to be aware of is that they don't quite sell bows here, although they are available to rent. It makes sense why he does this--it's less overhead. Just don't expect to go in looking for a bow and walk out with one in the same day.) Anyway, I think this is an excellent indoor range regardless of your skill level. read more

I went for a Saturday beginner lesson, and I loved it. They provide you with all you need to practice archery. Nico is a very friendly and experienced instructor. Shooting range looks clean and spacious. Provided bow, arrows and protections are in perfect maintenance. read more

I've been shooting for 6 years, a few different styles, and come here for my custom arrows. He helped me choose the right arrows and remembered me when I returned months later. Archery is community and Ohlone is part of it. read more

My archery experience was made perfect thanks to the amazing owner, Nico! He has a tremendous amount of passion for archery and it shows through the way he teaches. My boyfriend and I were initially looking to rent lanes to shoot ($15/hr), but we soon realized we needed a bit more guidance and pointers. We instead opted for the group lesson ($35/hr).. and it was SO WORTH IT. Nico takes the time to work on the positioning of your hand and body and I kid you not - I went from shooting arrows off the target, to on the target, to getting a couple of bulls eyes at the end! That's how amazing he is! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Note: There's no phone number to call since the whole place is run by Nico himself, but he said he's very fast to respond by email. read more

I'm having the best time with archery! Since opening in April 2014, Nico is such a great instructor and has taught over 2,800 students in over 2 years. That's amazing! Give it a try, it's so much fun! #patience #consistency #form #justbreath #indoorrange #ohlone #wontgivethisup read more

Ohlone Archery - The most popular place for! - Archery Near Me - San Leandro, California

I bought a coupon through Zozi to try this place out. I'm so glad I got the chance go. I brought a friend with me and even though he was really late, the instructor was accommodating and allowed him to shoot a bit more after everyone was finished just to make up for the time he lost arriving late. If you are like me and is hesitant with trying something completely new that is not food related and don't know if it's completely worth the full price to try the activity (unless your friends completely hyped it up), get a coupon and then go. There was another beginner pair that got their coupon from Groupon or Living Social. It was very easy to register online via their website. They have a lot of availability after work and seems like it would be pretty to go after work and just shoot some arrows. When your registration is confirmed, you are instructed to read the safety instructions online. When I drove to the address, I thought I got it wrong because it was just a parking lot in front of a paint store? I was really confused, but I was also a bit early. Then I noticed there is a small standing sign that is in front of the garage of the archery. I was like, OH! It's happening in a garage! hmmm....sort of shady!! Because my shady-senses were on high alert, I waited in the car for my friend to come. Then he said he was running late. I pulled up my courage and just went and then saw other people standing there with their wrist protectors on. It was such a relief to see that because my shady-senses could some times be correct. The lesson was very easy and fun. I did a group lesson and there was 6 of us in the end. It was a bit tight, but still a lot of fun. You get to have a little competition with each other to see who shoots closest to the center target. Then there are people like me who is a walking clutz, dropping arrows, and shooting into other people's targets...feel free to judge me. The instructor repeats the safety instructions for those who didn't read it online. I did, but still that's a lot of reading material to remember after a long day of work.The instructor ends up giving you tips on how you personally can shoot better. He will analyze your breathing, your stance, how you're holding the bow and arrow, etc. It was a pretty in depth instruction for a small group lesson in my eyes. Which made this place damn amazing. I will definitely be coming back again with friends and you know, to ultimately be just like Katniss. Who doesn't want to be a badass who can shoot arrows? read more

Coach George teaches kids on Saturdays. My son loves it.

This was my first experience with archery and it was a blast. Safety protocol and practices were clearly explained. Nico is an easy going instructor that didn't mind repeating things to get everyone on the same page. The facility was clean and easy to find. Each student was matched to a bow, observed then adjustments were made to bows/arrows to make the experience smooth and productive. Can't wait to go back for experienced archer practice! Note: download their app and keep checking availability since people are constantly reserving and canceling. read more

We had a beginner lesson and had a great time! We got a lot of guidance and the lesson is well paced.

Nico is one of the best instructors ever. I couldn't done better without having him. First time came into this shop, I received the warmest welcome ever. Bought my very first bow from him, highly recommend the Sage. Before buying a bow, Nico watches you draw your string and sees which pound suits you best. He is very patient and super friendly! He makes sure that you're shooting properly and gives you a lot of pointers too! I highly recommend this shop! From the outside and inside, doesn't seem much but it's all about the connection and experience that you create. Thank you! read more

Did the beginner lesson with my spouse here after reading the great reviews. I have taken lessons once before but that was such a long while ago, and I remember not being very impressed then at all. This experience was really different. Nico is a wonderful teacher, patient and encouraging. He guides you through the different aspects including terminology, safety, and technique. The emphasis is not on getting a bulls-eye every time, it is on learning and perfecting your technique to allow you to get there. The focus is on safety and rightly so, because you are dealing with pointy arrows and bows that can cause damage. When you shoot the first set of arrows and pull them out of the target, you realize that you can get hurt if one of these strikes you. So heed the advice of the instructors folks. Our group consisted of 8 people and there were 3 instructors, so the student to teacher ratio was pretty good. The standard class size I think is 12, but 4 people had cancelled that day. Most of the students were couples oddly enough (or perhaps not). The place is in a warehouse, and the space is huge. If you have signed up for the beginner lesson, they provide you with all the gear (arm guard, bow, arrows, quiver) which is nice. They also have lockers where you can lock up your stuff ahead of the lesson. I wasn't very good initially but I did make good progress (I would like to think so!) by the time the class ended, and this was really due to the timely tips the instructors give you as you practice shooting. You leave the class enthused and ready to come back another time even though you know you are probably the worst in the group. This, I think is mostly due to warm, friendly, and patient attitude of the staff. They also have lessons for kids. Also they have a great website where they have schedules/calendar posted for practice sessions once you have taken the beginner class. If you have ever considered archery, I think this is a wonderful place to get started. read more

There aren't many archery places around and being a big fan of archery, I was very excited when I learned about Ohlone. I've been here thrice already and can't wait to go back. The place itself is reasonably small, just enough space to have six people shoot at the same time. Nico is very friendly and is always willing to answer any questions that you might have. It might not look like much but it's a great little place, I would suggest anyone who has an interest in archery and come and shoot. read more

I love Ohlone Archery! If you're interested in learning archery, this is the place to go. My husband and I took a lesson in August, then again in December. Nico is a wonderful instructor: patient, clear, encouraging, and always willing to offer advice upon request. When he's not busy during open shooting, he can even help coach you by using video breakdowns to show what adjustments you need to make. We now shoot regularly every week, and bought our bows from Nico rather than online to support his business (his prices are the same as what you'd pay at Lancaster Archery, but no shipping charges). He is also a great fletcher - I love seeing all the different sets he's currently making for other clients. The space is tight: only six lanes and typically 10 yards distance. If all the lanes are taken, it can feel a little cramped, but that just means working on your line discipline. I'm looking forward to become comfortable enough with my abilities to join league shooting, which expands to 15 yards. The community is polite, respectful, and easy to talk to. Saturday open shooting is very busy when it starts at noon, but we've changed our arrival time to later in the afternoon which usually gives us plenty of room. It's a long drive from Berkeley, but it is worth it. Besides, it's nice to make an afternoon of archery and then head to one of the San Leandro brewpubs. So if you're looking to get your rogue or ranger on, this is the place to be. Lessons book up quickly, so jump on it! read more