Archery Field & Sports is a premier archery destination in Altoona, Iowa, with over 38 years of industry experience. The facility operates as both a full-service pro shop and comprehensive archery range, featuring the largest indoor archery range in Iowa.
The facility includes dedicated indoor ranges designed to accommodate various shooting styles and skill levels. A dedicated 20-yard indoor range features paper targets, while a 40-yard indoor range accommodates both animal 3D targets and paper targets, allowing shooters to practice at distances ranging from 20 to 60 yards. The facility also offers outdoor target shooting, with courses featuring distances of 40, 50, and 60 yards.
Archery Field & Sports serves shooters of all experience levels through multiple offerings. The pro shop stocks current equipment from leading manufacturers, including the 2024 Mathews Lift, Hoyt Alpha X, Bowtech Core SS, and PSE Mach 30 DS hunting bows. For those new to the sport or looking to try archery before committing to equipment ownership, the facility rents equipment by the hour. Range pricing is accessible, with individual pricing starting at $15 for adults and $7.50 for children, while all-day shooting options and monthly and yearly unlimited memberships are available.
The facility offers certified instruction through professional staff with extensive archery experience. Individual lessons begin at $50 per half hour and include all rental equipment, lane time, and guidance from certified instructors. Group lessons accommodate birthday parties, youth organizations, business outings, and school functions, with customizable instruction ranging from basic overviews to advanced training.
Archery Field & Sports hosts three competitive leagues: an indoor target league shooting three and five-spot paper targets at 20 yards every Friday at 6:30 PM, an indoor 3D league shooting 20 3D targets at distances of 20 to 40 yards every Thursday at 6:30 PM, and an outdoor target league launching in spring, where participants shoot 20 arrows at each distance of 40, 50, and 60 yards.
Beyond archery, the facility operates a paintball field available for bachelor parties, birthday parties, school functions, and corporate outings. Paintball play is available six days a week during store hours with advance reservations, with pricing options for those bringing their own equipment or renting full setups. Children age 10 and above may participate with parental consent.
Reviews consistently highlight the knowledgeable and respectful staff who prioritize customer service despite busy periods. Customers praise the facility's helpful approach to equipment tuning and repair, as well as the welcoming and safe environment for both beginners and experienced archers. The range operates Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday through Sunday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, closed Mondays.
