Clubs in the Western Province

Welcome to the Western Province Archery Association – in Cape Town, South Africa. Established in 1950, it has five clubs affiliated to it - Protea in the Southern Suburbs, Bellville in the Northern Suburbs the Italian Club in Milnerton; Paarl Archery Club and the Grabouw Archery Club provide additional options. Other clubs like Gansbaai Archery Club, UCT and Club 1441 are also registered. All clubs welcome visitors and have a development and training programme's for beginners.

Affiliated Club Details

Bellville Archery Club

Set within the tranquil surroundings of the Tygerberg Municipal Nursery. on the hill-slope looking out towards the Franschhoek, Groot Drakenstein and Hottentots Holland mountains, the Bellville Archery Club has a magnificent setting for an archery range. Though it was back in 1988 when archery was first practiced at this venue, it wasn’t until 1993 when the club was formerly established. Since then, many things have happened: a new range was laid out, tournaments were held, a clubhouse was erected and many honours have been won over the ensuing years as the club grew.

Though archery has been ranked together with the development of speech as the major reason why modem man rose up above the rest of the animal kingdom; it’s survival in a modem technological world is based on far different reasons.

There are not many sports where the whole family can participate together at the same time; where people of differing skill levels can enjoy the sport side by side, without having to be equally matched. This is because each and every archer is engaged in employing their own skills. Enjoyment does not depend on each having to have a similar skill level to make the experience worthwhile.

This is the sport for the individual, where the skills required are Control, Concentration and Mental Strength. If you want to clear your mind, there is little that can do the job as effectively; whether you want to highly competitive, or simply enjoy the sound of the twang of your bowstring out in the open air. For further information contact the club secretary Alex Folscher or call Malcolm Todd on 021 913 3721 or 076 481 0105.

Map to Bellville archery club

Protea Archery Club

Welcome to the Protea Archery Club, one of the oldest and largest archery clubs in South Africa. We welcome visitors and have special beginner’s classes on Saturday afternoons, from 1 to 3pm. You don't need any equipment, and can learn this exciting fast-growing sport in a safe environment under qualified, experienced archery coaches. For more information regarding cost, etc, contact JP Le Pogam: 072 305 6941 or Steve, the manager: 084 554 49 39.
We give guidance to schools interested in offering an unusual sport, which not only builds upper body strength, but also teaches concentration and a high degree of self discipline. Protea has a special Golden Oldies section for veterans, who meet every Friday morning at 9:30. Paraplegics are welcome- this is the one sport where wheelchair athletes can compete on equals terms with walkers. We will give you good unbiased guidance on buying the most suitable equipment at the best price for all age groups. If you are interested in starting archery as a sport, all you need to do is arrive by 1pm on a Saturday afternoon at Protea Sports Club, Main Road, Retreat, we will take care of the rest. Try this exciting sport, you won't be disappointed. For further information contact Kim Pitts or see our Facebook page (Groups: Protea Sports Club: Archery) for news and updates.

Map to Protea Sports Club

Italian Archery Club

The Italian Archery Club is situated in the Italian Club in Milnerton. It offers an excellent indoor range and is in the process of establishing an outdoor range. The club offers all the facilities required to host a regional indoor tournament and is open for practice every day. The indoor club league is shot at the club on the first Tuesday of each month. The club lends itself to family entertainment and has full restaurant and bar facilities. For more information about the club, contact Marco Pellis on 082 473 0439 or 021 556 7626

Map to the Italian Club

Paarl Archery Club (Nelson's Creek)

Since the launch of the Paarl Archery Club 2 years ago it has grown from strength. Ludick Nel has achieved Provincial colours and performed well at National tournaments. The venue is one of the most beautiful in Cape Town and the atmosphere is relaxed. Beginners are welcome and many members of the local farming community are being introduced to the sport. Please contact Klaus Schnack at 021 8726356 or 0713418205 or email kschnack@telkomsa.net

Elgin Grabouw Archery Club

This is the newest club to be affiliated to WPAA and shoots at the Elgin Grabouw Country Club which is situated in Grabouw.

Shooting times at the Club are as follows:
Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 12:00

Registered Club Details

Club 1441

Club 1441- is a High Performance Centre for Archery in Cape Town. It covers every aspect of Archery and strives for the best an archer can offer. The archery training program is based on the most advanced archery form and techniques. To ensure continuous growth we will develop your personalized shooting sequence. This will form the backbone of your archery. Your own development progress will largely depend on the commitment you have. At times it will be expected of you to learn or train in your own time as well. You will receive various forms and/or documents that need to become part and parcel of your archery live, like your bow and arrows. Corner of Linus Rd and Beacon Way, Beaconvale, Parow Valley. Tel: 082 789 8487

Map to Club 1441