Becoming a Club Member
1. Club Constitution and Rules
The club operates under an agree constitution and everyone shooting in line the club rules
2. Beginners
We offer a number of courses a year, at the start of the outdoor and indoor seasons, but can direct you to other ways to get started if these don't fit in with your plans.
3. Children (Juniors)
"Juniors" means anyone under the age of 18. Juniors from the age of 7 are welcome if there parent is also a member and archer. Juniors over 12 are welcome to join the full club as long as they have completed a recognised beginners course. All juniors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. If the parent is a non-archer and non-club member then juniors are limited to club nights unless by prior arrangements with other club members (as a Deben archer must be present when a junior is shooting)
If a qualified junior supervisor is present at a club session then Juniors over 14 may shoot without parental supervision, but this cannot be expected upon on a weekly basis as it depends on coaches being available.
4. New Members
Membership is available once you have attended a beginners course or already know the basics. Most members have their own equipment but you can use the club equipment until you decide to buy your own. We also welcome intermediate and advanced archers. Becoming a member entitles you to shoot at any of the club days both during Summer and Winter.
5. Fees
Everyone that shoots with Deben Archery Club must have a valid ArcheryGB membership, which can be applied for and paid via the ArcheryGB membership portal (agb.sport80.com), by selecting Deben Archery Club at the club section, we will then be automatically informed of your application, and will be required to sign you off before you are allowed to shoot (either through a begineers course or a short assessment with a coach [Fee apply].
Fees are reviewed yearly at the Club's A.G.M.
The 2024/25 fees are £10 per month
6. Visitors Policy
Existing ArcheryGB members from other clubs are welcome and we charge a £2.5 per session target fee. Please contact us first and then bring your ArcheryGB membership card with you so we can sign you in. The Club will cap the visitor fee at £10 per month for regular visitors from other clubs.