Archery Dodgeball Equipment for Churches, Youth Groups, Team-Building & Events

Archery Dodgeball Equipment for Churches, Youth Groups, Team-Building and Events

Short answer: to run archery dodgeball (combat archery) you need foam-tip bows, foam-tip arrows in two team colors, a face mask for every player, and inflatable bunkers for cover. ArrowSoft Archery sells all of it outright — no franchise, license or per-event fee — with a Adult Dual Target Game Kit at $299.99, a Youth Dual Target Game Set at $299.99, inflatable cylinder bunkers (2-pack with pump) at $159.99, and volume pricing for organizations. Youth pastors, rec coordinators, HR teams and party-rental companies are the most common buyers.

Equipment checklist for a 12-player game

Item Quantity ArrowSoft product
Bows 12 (one per player) or 6 with rotation Adult 22 lb bow $42.99; Youth 18 lb aim-assisted $39.99; Youth 14 lb standard $34.99
Arrows 24–36 (2–3 per player), half red / half blue 8-pack foam arrows $49.99 in red, blue or mixed
Face masks 12 (one per player, required) Adult mask $24.99; Youth mask $19.99
Bunkers 4–6 (2–3 per side) 2 Cylinder Bunkers with pump $159.99; Rectangle Bunker $100
Targets (optional) 1–2 per side for “knock out the target” variants Pop-out foam target $109.99; dual target set $179.99

A complete 12-player kit typically costs $1,200–$1,800 at retail and less at volume pricing. Space needed: roughly a basketball half-court, indoors or out.

Who buys archery dodgeball equipment

Churches and youth ministries

Archery dodgeball is the game students ask for every week — competitive, easy to supervise, and it works in a fellowship hall. Churches use it for youth group nights, lock-ins, VBS rotations, fall festivals and outreach events. See six archery activities for church youth groups.

Corporate team-building and HR

Companies buy a set instead of paying per-event venue fees. Two teams, bunkers, five-minute rounds — it levels the field between athletes and non-athletes because aim matters more than speed. One purchase covers every offsite, holiday party and recruiting event afterward.

Rec centers, YMCAs and after-school programs

Runs in an existing gym with no modifications, needs one staff member, and gives 20+ kids a reason to show up. Foam tips do not damage floors or walls.

Party-rental and mobile event companies

Because ArrowSoft equipment is sold outright with no license, operators can add archery dodgeball to their offering and keep 100% of event revenue. Replacement arrows and masks are stocked individually.

How archery dodgeball is played

Two teams start on opposite sides of a center line with bunkers for cover. Players shoot foam-tip arrows at opponents; a hit eliminates the player (or sends them out until a teammate catches an arrow or knocks out a target disc). Rounds last about five minutes; the last team standing wins. Full rules: Archery Dodgeball Rules — set up and play in 15 minutes.

Frequently asked questions

Is archery dodgeball the same as Archery Tag®?
The game is the same idea; “Archery Tag®” is one company's trademarked brand. ArrowSoft is an independent equipment supplier and is not affiliated with it.

Does getting hit hurt?
With foam-tip arrows and 14–22 lb bows, a hit feels like a firm tap — less than a dodgeball. Face masks are worn by every player.

Can adults and kids play together?
Yes. Mix youth and adult bows so everyone has a bow matched to their size; the arrows are the same.

Can I run paid events with this equipment?
Yes. There are no usage restrictions, royalties or event fees once you own the equipment.

How do I order for my church, company or rec center?
Order online, or use the form below / email Sales@ArrowSoftArchery.com for a quote with volume pricing and invoicing. Replies within 24 hours; phone (239) 350-4502.