Archery Vancouver, British Columbia
There are 2 archery ranges in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Every archery range in Vancouver
Compare 2 archery facilities with verified information on pricing, amenities, and lessons.
IndoorLykopis Archery
The club is at 2180 Main Street in Vancouver. It has adult and youth classes, an open range, and private lessons.
IndoorUBC Archers
The club is open to people from UBC and the public. New archers can take lessons.
Vancouver's two indoor ranges serve quite different communities. Lykopis Archery is a boutique studio dedicated to traditional and historical shooting styles, including longbow, recurve, and historical forms, with a shop open most weekdays and open-range sessions on Friday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at $25 with your own equipment. UBC Archers operate a campus range at Osborne Gym on Monday evenings from 5 to 7 PM during winter academic terms, open to students, alumni, and community members at $65 per season or $15 for a single drop-in.
A guide to archery in Vancouver
In British Columbia, the outdoor season typically runs from May to October. During these months, 3D archery courses are very popular in the Fraser Valley.
Winter Strategy: From November to April, most archers in Vancouver move indoors. With 2 indoor ranges available, you can practice year-round.
Short Answer: Generally No.
No - Vancouver bylaws prohibit the discharge of projectile weapons in urban areas.
No! You do not need a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL) to buy or own a standard bow or crossbow in Canada.
Exception: High-velocity crossbows (over 500mm length) may have restrictions.
Currently, there are no designated free public archery ranges in Vancouver. Shooting in public parks is illegal. The most affordable option is a "Drop-in" pass at a local range, typically around $20-$25.
More Ranges Near Vancouver
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Archery in Vancouver, FAQ
There are 2 archery ranges in Vancouver, British Columbia. Listings include Lykopis Archery and UBC Archers.
For archery in Vancouver, we list Lykopis Archery and UBC Archers.
You can find archery lessons in Vancouver at Lykopis Archery and UBC Archers. Equipment rental is also listed at Lykopis Archery and UBC Archers.
Yes. Indoor archery ranges in Vancouver include Lykopis Archery and UBC Archers.
We list UBC Archers as an archery club in Vancouver.
Yes at UBC Archers. Membership requirements for other listings are not confirmed.
Last updated 2026-09-27. Sourced from the archeryrangescanada.ca directory.