Average Joes Archery

We were excited to find an indoor archery range to try out this winter after one of our kids had so much fun with archery at summer camps. I booked the archery experience online which was a super easy process. The experience was 2 hours total and included everything you needed. The location isn't well marked so if it's your first time you may question if you are in the right spot. You probably are! There is a small sign on the door so you enter just to be sure.We were greeted by Paul who was extremely helpful and nice. He walked us through the basics, the range rules and then helped us determine dominant eyes and got us set up with the right bows. After a few shots where he watched us and gave us some pointers we were off! During our time he was always available to help but also just let us shoot at our own pace. While we were there different groups came in. The pacing was nice as it allowed everyone to get the same over ire and setup but didn't hugely interrupt others archery range time. We didn't quite use our whole two hours because our arms were getting a little sore as beginners but it was so much fun! It seems like a popular place also since, as we were leaving, every spot on the archery range was full. They can accommodate both 10 yards and 20 yard shooters and have spots for up to 16. You can bring your own bow, which a few did, or they can set you up with the basics there as well.For the length of time, the pricing is really reasonable and a fun outing for the whole family!

My partner and I decided to try the "Archery Experience" as a fun family activity with our kids. None of us have any archery experience or any other shooting sport experience. Coming in as a novice, it could be a little intimidating, but the staff at Average Joes make it so easy. Paul walked us through everything from safety, to figuring out eye dominance, to shooting techniques. I found out that I am left eye dominate and should shoot left handed even though right handed. He then gave us pointers as we shot. He was very patient especially with our child to keep them from being frustrated. We had 2 hours to shoot, which was more than enough. Our shoulders and fingers got tired before our time was up. For the experienced archer, they have both 10 yard and 20 yard lanes and a bunch of equipment for sale. Overall, I would highly recommend the archery experience if you want to try something new!

I think I may have found my new calling. A friend and I signed up for the beginner's course and I instantly fell in love with Average Joe's and archery. The knowledgeable staff took us through the various bows, explained all the equipment, and gave some nice lessons on proper technique. Then, we were given ample time to try our hand at the craft. I can't wait to go back and have another go. You can rent equipment and time on the indoor range. They did say they are hoping to add some axe throwing into the mix as well. This would be great for group outings or just something new to try on your own. There's not really a sign on the building when you get there, so I for sure was confused on if I was at the right place. Just a heads up.

My friend once tried archery at the Ren Fest and loved it so when I saw Average Joe's Archery on a Groupon deal I knew she'd love it! We weren't sure how the place would be so we booked the Archery Experience for two and met up there. The building from the outside looked like some type of abandoned workshop with faded lettering of a past business across the top and but i noticed a little sign on the door with their logo so knew I was in the right spot.Walking in I saw my friend and some serious bow gear!! (I'm a city girl and I've never shot a bow so I was immediately impressed.Upon entrance you're asked to sign a waiver and read the safety guidelines which all make more sense once you get started. Next I was asked about my dominant hand and eye. The guide/trainer was super helpful, very encouraging and helped us get all set up. My friend and I throughly enjoyed our time and with the experience package also got to choose a can of pop. I'm definitely planning to come back with more friends and hang out at average joes. It was awesome trying to channel my inner Katniss, Robin Hood, Hawkeye!! Can't wait to go back!***Only suggestion for the business. Please get clearer more invisignage outside!! Even if it's just the target practice papers cause you don't want people to miss out on this awesome place!!

I loved the Groupon archery experience. It was a great value deal that comes with a free soda, equipment rental and 2 hours of shooting time. The staff onsite were great and friendly, in fact they advised that if I wanted to come back for practices, I should just get another Groupon deal as it's the best value for money. Only drawback to the archery experience Groupon deal is it doesn't allow you to shoot targets at a longer range. Highly recommended place for anyone wanting to test their archery skills!

I have been here a couple of times now and it's always fun! From time to time they do run archery experiences specials via Groupon and Livingsocial. The specials include equipment rental, 2 hours of shooting time and sodas for two people. I have been taking different groups of friends to try and they all love it!Located in Coon Rapids and they have a private parking lot which is a plus! They also have a shop where you can purchase archery equipment and accessories. They also have classes you can take to help improve your archery skills. They do have a party room to rent out if you like. It's an indoor range which is nice when it's winter time and you can still have fun and stay warm.Staff is awesome. Staff members are always willing to assist and help guide you to be better archers.Will come back for sure!

Our first time trying archery and we loved it! The staff were very helpful and informative. Super excited to keep up with the sport.

Great shooting archery shooting range in coon rapids. It is never crowded. The staff more than helpful on the merchandise in the store and to give tips on shooting archery. They routinely run Groupon, living social and other offers. I came here three times with Groupon and once with living social. They do have a techno hunt which is shooting plastic arrows into a projector screen that is also fun since you get different environments and mimics a moving object.. Very similar to big buck hunter.The price here is quite cheap for what you get. There is a free large parking lot as well. You typically get a free drink or snack with your package as well. Highly recommend checking out! All the equipment is included but also have more to purchase if you take the sport more seriously. They have bows, arrows and other hunting gear like arrow tips etc.

We had a great time at a reasonable price! The staff was friendly and we did learn that some people in our group are really good at throwing an ax

My wife set this up for us as an anniversary present. The Groupon advertised they would utilize social distancing and masks. For reference, we are an interracial couple.Our initial interaction set us off on an uneasy start. The group that was in front of us in line were treated respectfully and kindly. When we approached, the staff treated us as though we were an inconvenience, and struggled to look my wife or I in the eye. The instructor stood very close with no mask on, even though he didn't need to take the mask off his face. He didn't really bother telling us too much, and when i followed up with a question, he didn't care to give me a deeper explanation than the value instructions he had given before.They stuck us only a single row over from a group of three individuals. Definitely not 6 feet of space away, despite having approximately 5-7 other spaces away from other people.At least the shooting was fun; we have had to make the best of these situations from our experience in the south. After the first hour of archers staring at us, and the staff acclimating to our presence the tension seemed to ease.From the constant staring of the locals, Coon Rapids doesn't seem like a safe place for POCs or interracial couples (we are black/white). While we understood that keeping a mask on with a bow could be a hazard, there was no reason for our instructor to stand so close with no mask on when he didn't need to demonstrate anything.We definitely received strong racist vibes, and won't be going back. It is a shame to think that twenty minutes outside the Twin Cities, we encountered this level of negative vibes.