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Archery in Waterloo: Find a Place to Shoot

For archery in Waterloo, you can pick from 2 places to shoot.

2
Total Ranges
2
Indoor
About archery in Waterloo

Waterloo's two ranges serve very different archers. The Colby Shooting Club is the region's 24/7 indoor archery and firearms facility, running since 1994, with up to 30 yards of shooting, a pro shop, and lessons. The University of Waterloo Archery Club is a student-run club open to all UW students with structured sessions including dedicated beginner training. One for the year-round member, one for students learning the sport.

What to know before you shoot in Waterloo

Indoor vs. Outdoor Seasons

In Ontario, the outdoor season typically runs from May to October. During these months, 3D archery courses are very popular in nearby conservation areas.

Winter Strategy: From November to April, most archers in Waterloo move indoors. With 2 indoor ranges available, you can practice year-round.

Can I shoot in my backyard in Waterloo?

Call Waterloo bylaw services before you set up a target at home.

When is the next archery event in Ontario?

We have no events listed in Ontario for the months ahead.

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Archery in Waterloo: common questions

How many archery ranges are in Waterloo?–

There are two in Waterloo that we know of: Colby Shooting Club and University of Waterloo Archery Club.

Last updated 2026-10-13. Sourced from the archeryrangescanada.ca directory.