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OUR MOTTO IS "SAFETY & FUN!"

Welcome to Our Website

Southern Maryland Archers (SMA) Club is located in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Our club has been servicing our community for over 25 years. SMA Club is affiliated with the three (3) archery organizations: Maryland Archers Association, USA Archery, and National Field Archery Association (More Information Below).

We hope that you enjoy our website and join as a member or participate in our non-member activities!

We are a membership driven club so the activities we provide to the community is through the kindness & dedication of our archery enthusiast members.

If you are interested in our memberships, please click below for additional information and to purchase.

Membership Information

About Southern Maryland Archers (SMA) Club

Objectives

The objective of this organization is to foster the art and technical sport of archery as a non-profit corporation.

1. To promote all forms of archery including, but not limited to, amateur sport competitions.
2. To provide instruction on safe handling and uses of archer equipment.
3. To provide the archer with a safe and natural environment to enhance their skills.
4. To promote bow hunting for legal games.

Membership Overview

Purpose

1. The Art of Archery is defined as the experience and application of mental focus towards self- improvement and accuracy with an archery bow and a target.
2. The Technical Sport of Archery is defined as refining the form of shot execution and knowledge of archery equipment for target and field competitions.

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Code of Conduct

“As an affiliated member of Southern Maryland Archers Club, I agree to practice the common sense of safety and abide by all club safety rules set forth by the SMA Officers and supporting staff. I agree and understand that an archery bow is considered a weapon and I agree to take great care and caution- to not dry-fire my bow and to appropriately shoot my arrows at safe locations. I commit to conducting professional behavior and sportsmanship in a way that positively reflects the SMA Club Corporation, SMA officers, and the archery community.”

Are You Ready To Try Archery?

Are you ready to Try Archery, but not sure if you'll like it? Or you've always wanted to try archery? Check out the dates for our upcoming Try Archery classes.

Upcoming Class on Sunday, December 3, 2023

SCHEDULE YOUR SMA CLUB TOUR - TODAY

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2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a
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MARYLAND ARCHERY ASSOCIATION (MAA)

About Maryland Archery Association (MAA)

The MAA provides the basic organization for Maryland archery clubs whereas clubs come together through their Directors to set the rules and guidelines for State competitions and an organized statewide schedule of shoots.

MAA Website

USA ARCHERY

About USA Archery

The mission of USA Archery is to provide the necessary resources to foster strong athlete participation, competition, and training in the sport of archery. Membership in USA Archery is open to everyone involved in all disciplines of archery including target, field, and 3-D. USA Archery sanctions more than 200 events annually and conducts indoor, outdoor and collegiate National Championships as well as the United States Archery Team Qualifier Series. USA Archery also provides youth and adult archery programs and clubs throughout the United States and certifies archery instructors, coaches, and judges.

USA Archery Website

NATIONAL FIELD ARCHERY ASSOCIATION (NFAA)

About the National Field Archery Association (NFAA)

The National Field Archery Association is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the sport of archery and is the largest field archery organization in the World. Founded in 1939, the NFAA now consists of 49 chartered state associations and nearly 1,000 affiliated clubs.

NFAA Website