The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) is an in-school program aimed at improving educational performance among students in Grades 4-12. NASP trains the teachers, and the teachers run archery during the school day for their students — usually in gym class.
Students learn focus, self-control, discipline, patience, and the life lessons required to be successful in the classroom and in life. Since 2014, NASP in Ontario has grown steadily through its coordination by OFAH Membership, with more than 15,000 students now participating in archery each year across 220 schools.
“To continue this successful growth, we need seven new regional instructors to join our existing team of 10,” Ontario NASP Coordinator Tim Watts said. “NASP is specifically looking for regional instructors near Rainy River, Timmins, Sault Ste. Marie, Ottawa, Owen Sound, Brantford, and Vaughan, however, we welcome the opportunity to add additional trainers in all areas of the province.”
An Ontario NASP Basic Archery Instructor Trainer (BAIT) trains the teachers at the school. It may be a new school to the program, or a current school that needs re-training due to staff turnover. On average, Ontario NASP instructors run three seven-hour training sessions per year.
Ontario NASP BAIT instructors graciously donate their time; however, travel, meals, and hospitality expenses are reimbursed.
To join this great program and help grow archery in your area, please contact Tim Watts, Ontario NASP Coordinator, at: tim_watts@ofah.org
Originally published in the Ontario Out of Doors 2025-2026 Hunting Annual
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