Calgary—affectionately known as C-Town—isn’t just famous for the Stampede, the beautiful Rockies in the background, or its active outdoor lifestyle. It also happens to be a pretty sweet place for archery lovers.
Whether you’re brand new to the sport or have been loosing arrows for years, the city (and nearby areas) offer plenty of awesome places to shoot. From indoor ranges with pro shops to outdoor fields with 3D targets, there’s something for everyone.
Let’s take a look at some of the best archery ranges around Calgary, and why they might just become your go-to spot.
1. Jim-Bows Archery Calgary
If you’re looking for a welcoming place to either start or level up your archery skills, Jim-Bows is a solid pick.
This indoor range and pro shop has a great reputation, and for good reason. Archers can shoot up to 20 yards, and there’s also a 20-target 3D course to test your aim in a more dynamic setup.
They run leagues, offer lessons, and host group events like birthdays or corporate outings. Basically, if you want to bring people together for archery, they’re ready for you.
📍 Address: 620 46 Ave NE #102, Calgary, AB T2E 8M9
📞 Contact: 403-250-7713
🕒 Hours:
- Tues–Fri: 10am–8pm
- Sat: 10am–5pm
- Sun & Mon: Closed
“Jim and his team are amazing… no matter if you’re new to archery or been doing it for years this is the place for you.”
2. Cochrane Archery Club
A bit of a drive from the city—around 30 minutes west—but totally worth it if you love a friendly, community-driven atmosphere.
This non-profit, volunteer-run club focuses on archery for all ages, especially youth. The vibe is casual but passionate, and they’ve got both indoor targets (10–40m) and an outdoor range up to 50m. Foam 3D animal targets? Yep, they’ve got those too.
Whether you’re a drop-in visitor or planning to go all-in with a family membership, this place makes it easy to get involved. Rentals are also available.
📍 Address: RR 1 Site 13 Box 11, Cochrane, AB T4C 1A1
📞 Contact: 403-932-4143
🕒 Hours:
- Mon & Thurs: 7–9pm
- Closed the rest of the week
“The team has a passion for what they do… well controlled, clean and tidy.”
3. Archery Games Calgary
Want to make archery a bit more exciting? Enter: Archery Games Calgary—the ultimate mix of dodgeball, archery, and all-out action.
This isn’t your typical range. It’s a combat archery arena where teams of up to 8 battle it out with foam-tipped arrows. It’s fast, high-energy fun for players aged 12 and up—and absolutely perfect for birthdays, corporate events, or just blowing off some steam.
There’s no experience necessary, and staff keep everything safe and fun. You can even join a league if you get hooked (which you probably will).
📍 Address: Range Rd 285, Rocky View County, AB
📞 Contact: 587-387-2799
🕒 Hours:
- Thurs & Fri: 4pm–8pm
- Sat: 12–8pm
- Sun: 12–3pm
- Mon–Wed: Open for bookings only
“So fun, in fact, that myself and my coworkers joined a league after one game!”
4. Calgary and District Target Shooting Association (CDTSA)
If you’re serious about archery—or any kind of shooting—the CDTSA range is worth looking into. This is a members-only outdoor facility just outside Calgary’s ring road.
Located at the Shepherd site, the range includes setups for rifles, handguns, shotguns, and of course, archery. You’ll need to sign up for a membership to shoot here, but it gives you year-round access to a well-kept facility.
📍 Address: Range Rd 285, Rocky View County, AB
📞 Contact: 403-275-3257
🕒 Hours:
- Open daily: 9am–9pm
“Well maintained private range inside city limits. A joy to visit.”
5. Calgary Archery Centre
There are 16 3D targets, gear rentals, private lessons, group bookings, and even competitions and leagues.
Open every day of the week, this is a convenient and affordable choice for archers at any level.
📍 Address: 4855 47 St SE, Calgary
📞 Contact: 403-255-6830
🕒 Hours:
- Mon: 4–9:30pm
- Tues–Fri: 11am–9:30pm
- Sat–Sun: 10am–5pm
“Not intimidating for beginners, very friendly staff, reasonably priced. Can’t recommend it enough!”
Final Thoughts
As you can see, Calgary’s archery scene is thriving—whether you want a pro-level indoor setup, some outdoor variety, or just a crazy foam-arrow battle with friends.
Still not sure where to start? Jim-Bows Archery is a great beginner-friendly option with that perfect mix of knowledge, community, and gear access.
And if you’re curious about other archery hotspots across Canada, don’t worry—I’ve got more guides coming your way.
Which one are you hitting first?
