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Archery in the Schools (AIS)

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Archery is a great way to sharpen skills, build self-esteem and create a stronger atmosphere for success in the classroom.

The Archery in the Schools Program (AIS) – part of the National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) – targets students as young as fourth grade and as old as high school seniors. They learn archery skills, as well as an outdoor hobby they may enjoy for the rest of their lives.

Benefits of Archery

Kids of many physical skill levels can enjoy archery. A little concentration and hand-to-eye coordination is all it takes. Not only will students enjoy archery in the classroom, they’ll get the chance to display their skills at a state archery tournament sponsored by the AGFC.

Arkansas students will join thousands of others across the U.S. and Canada who have enjoyed and learned from NASP.

Beginning is Easy

Archery is fun and beneficial in many ways, but it’s also relatively inexpensive and simple. Archery in the Schools requires a Genesis bow with a universal draw length and a wide range of draw weights. It works for just about everyone, right- or left-handed. Young archers love this bow, which comes in a variety of colors.

A National Archery in the Schools Program kit, which costs about $3,000, includes:

12 Genesis Bows
5 Targets
1 Backstop
60 Regulation Aluminum Arrows
1 Repair Kit

Grant Applications

AIS State Qualifier Equipment Grant Application

The AIS State Qualifier Equipment Grant aims to support schools in hosting AIS State Qualifier Tournaments events. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission provides this grant to help schools become self-sufficient in running state qualifying tournaments, showcasing their facilities and archery programs while generating revenue for their archery programs and student organizations.

AIS 3D Equipment Grant Application

The AIS 3D Equipment Grant aims to support schools in hosting AIS tournaments and events. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission provides this grant to help schools become self-sufficient in running state qualifying tournaments, showcasing their facilities and archery programs while generating revenue for their archery programs and student organizations.