Archery Summer Camp Counsellor Jobs
With Camp New York

Craft a summer you’ll never forget.

Take a shot at something new this summer by becoming an archery camp counsellor at an American summer camp. Are you a talented archer with a passion for working with children and travel? Apply for an archery summer camp job with Camp New York. Spend your days teaching archery to children of different ages and abilities whilst experiencing all the very best that camp life has to offer. Think campfires, traditions and special events, all in an idyllic American setting. Archery counsellors are in high demand; bring your unique skill-set to camp and have the summer of a lifetime. arc

What Does an Archery Job at an American Summer Camp Involve?

The roles and responsibilities of an archery job at an American summer camp

An archery job at summer camp in the USA involves teaching archery to children of a range of ages and abilities. You will be responsible for ensuring that children are learning in a safe and fun environment. Archery roles may also including planning and organising lessons, fun archery games and friendly competitions to encourage enthusiasm in campers.

What Skills Do You Need for an Archery Summer Camp Job?

To work as an archery counsellor at a summer camp in the USA you need to be a skilled archer. Skills may include the ability to hit a bull’s eye, restring a bow and set up a targets and ranges. You need to be knowledgeable about safety guidelines and the types of arrows including feather arrows. Assess each child’s ability and ensure they are shooting to their strengths by using their strongest arm. Outside of technical archery skills you need to have good leadership qualities, be able to communicate clearly and have a high level of enthusiasm.

Be on target for a great summer with Camp New York

Spend your days in the great American outdoors doing what you love. Experience everything camp life in the USA has to offer, make new friends and memories to last a lifetime. Step outside of your comfort zone for your best summer yet.

No specific qualifications required, just a good shot

All you need to work in archery at an American summer camp is skill, enthusiasm and a willingness to throw yourself into everything that camp has to offer. Make your mark on the next generation, sign up today.

Perks of working at Camp New York

Pay in instalments — spread the cost over three payments

Meals & accommodation included — relax, everything’s covered

Earn while you’re at camp — up to $2,500 (before tax) depending on your role

Frequently Asked QUestions

Do summer camps in America have archery jobs? +

Yes! Archery is in high demand at American summer camps. It is a popular activity that requires knowledgeable and skilled counsellors.

What do archery counsellors do at summer camp? +

Archery counsellors plan, organise and lead archery sessions to groups of children of different ages and abilities during the day. Outside of these duties they participate in camp life including traditions, special events, campfires and evening entertainment.

What experience do I need to work as an archery counsellor at an American summer camp? +

You should have a high level of archery skill and experience. This could include being able to hit a bull's eye, explain the difference between compound and recurve bows, restring bows, set up archery ranges and targets and set out safety guidelines. Any coaching or volunteering experience, particularly with children, you have within archery is also very valuable to include on your application.