Archery Equipment for Schools & PE Programs: Procurement, Pricing & RFQ Guide
Archery Equipment for Schools and PE Programs: A Procurement Guide
Short answer: the simplest way for a school to add archery to PE is a foam-tip system that needs no range, no certified instructor and no gym modifications. ArrowSoft Archery supplies class sets to schools and districts nationwide, accepts purchase orders and formal RFQs, ships from Florida to all 50 states, and sells a $19.99 sample set so a PE department can test the gear before committing budget. A full class set for 24 students typically runs $1,500–$3,000 one-time.
Why schools choose foam-tip archery over traditional archery
| Requirement | Traditional target archery | ArrowSoft foam-tip archery |
|---|---|---|
| Certified instructor | Usually required | Not required — any PE teacher can run it |
| Dedicated range / backstop | Required | Not required — works in a standard gym |
| Floor / wall damage risk | Yes | No — foam tips bounce off |
| Students active at once | One shooting line, most students waiting | Whole class in team games (archery dodgeball) or rotating target stations |
| Beginner success rate | Weeks of practice | Aim-assisted youth bow gets first-timers on target within minutes |
| Recurring costs | Range fees, instructor time | None — replacement arrows only |
What a class set looks like
For a class of 24 students running two-team archery dodgeball plus target stations, a typical order is: 12 youth bows (mix of aim-assisted and standard, 14–18 lb), 6–8 eight-packs of foam arrows in red and blue, 24 youth face masks, 2–4 pop-out targets and 2–4 inflatable bunkers. Students rotate between shooting and retrieving so a 12-bow set keeps 24 students engaged. Middle and high school programs typically substitute adult 22 lb bows for half the order.
Volume pricing for schools (USD, shipping included)
| Product | 2–5 | 5–20 | 20+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Starter Set | $140 | $130 | $115 |
| Adult Set | $145 | $135 | $120 |
| Bow + 6 Arrows | $90 | $80 | $70 |
| 8-Pack Arrows | $50 | $45 | $40 |
| Pop-Out Target | $80 | $70 | $65 |
How the purchasing process works
- Evaluate: order the $19.99 Education Sample Set (one youth bow, two arrows) and try it in your gym.
- Request a quote: email Sales@ArrowSoftArchery.com or use the form below with student count, grade levels and space. A written quote arrives within 24 hours.
- Purchase order: we issue a formal invoice and W-9, and we can register in or respond through district procurement and RFQ portals.
- Delivery: in-stock items ship in 1–3 business days from Florida.
- Run the unit: setup takes under 15 minutes; our blog has free week-by-week PE archery unit plans.
Justifying the purchase (for your principal or district)
- Aligns with individual-skill, focus and coordination standards while keeping the whole class moving
- One-time cost with no instructor, range or licensing fees
- Doubles as field-day, after-school, enrichment and reward-event equipment
- Popular replacement for dodgeball where districts have restricted it — see 10 reasons schools are replacing dodgeball with archery
- Durable through a full school year; replacement arrows keep the set in service for years
Frequently asked questions
Does ArrowSoft accept school purchase orders?
Yes. We work with schools and districts that require formal invoicing, W-9s and PO processing, and we respond to RFQs through procurement portals.
Is any teacher certification required?
No. Foam-tip archery is a recreational game; no archery certification is needed to supervise it.
Is it safe on a gym floor?
Yes. Foam tips will not mark or damage hardwood, walls or equipment.
What grades is it appropriate for?
Youth bows suit grades 2–8; adult 22 lb bows suit middle and high school. All students wear face masks.
How fast can we get equipment?
Quotes within 24 hours; in-stock orders ship in 1–3 business days and typically arrive within a week.
Get a quote for your school: use the form below or email Sales@ArrowSoftArchery.com. Phone: (239) 350-4502.
