Junior Olympian Program

The Junior Olympian Program (JOP) is designed to recognize young archers for their achievements and give encouragement for improvements.

As certificates are earned, each youth develops archery skills, builds confidence and eventually the ability to perform in competition. Goals include recognizing fair play, courtesy and good sportsmanship with the emphasis placed on safety and individual performance.

The program is open to youth archers aged 6 to 20 (as of December 31 of current year). Youth should have their own bow and arrows, arm guard and finger protection.  Sights and/or releases are optional.  Individual clubs may choose to provide equipment until it is determined what set-up would work best for each athlete.


JOP Outdoor Program

Depending on equipment category, Outdoor JOP rounds are shot on a 122cm or 80cm face at distances starting at 15m progressing through to 70m as skills are honed. Outdoor shooting introduces the challenge of shooting longer distances and facing the elements of Mother Nature: wind, rain, cold, sun and heat.


BC Archery encourages young archers to participate in Outdoor JOP Championships, hosted at various locations across the province. These tournaments provide a chance for youth to step outside their comfort zone and compete in a real outdoor tournament setting. Scores from all venues are combined to determine overall rankings, allowing archers to see how they stack up province-wide. Youth compete based on the next classification they are striving for, regardless of age or equipment.

Hosted in June at a variety of locations/clubs across BC.


JOP Indoor Program

JOP rounds follow the protocols of a Canadian 300 round, with modifications for skill level: new archers would start on an 80cm target progressing through to a 60cm target and eventually 40cm when they master their skills.


BC Archery also hosts Indoor JOP Championships at multiple locations throughout the province. These tournaments give young archers valuable experience in a formal indoor competition setting, helping them build confidence and hone their skills. Scores from all venues are compiled to determine overall placings, and youth compete according to the next classification they are aiming for, regardless of age or equipment

Hosted in April at a variety of locations/clubs across BC.

JOP Resources:

JOP Outdoor Manual
JOP Indoor Manual- Coming soon!
JOP Indoor Scorecard
JOP Outdoor Scorecard
 

Host JOP at your club!

Affiliated clubs are eligible to host the Junior Olympian Program. The club is required to have an Certified Coach to be eligible to host the program. The club must assign a JOP Coordinator that will manage the program as outlined in the JOP Manual and meet the responsibilities outlined below

Local Club Requirements

1. A club JOP coordinator who will:

  • submit a list of all JOP participants in the program including their birth date, club, gender and BC Archery number
  • If youth is a new archery participant, ensure they have purchased a membership with BC Archery.
  • maintain records of scores shot on JOP nights.
  • submit scores to the BC Archery JOP coordinator when a participant has achieved their next level, including participant’s full name, score(s) and level achieved.
  • distribute certificates and/or plates/stickers as they are earned

2. Indoor Range suitable for 18m shooting.  Clubs supply butts, targets and scorecards.
 

3. Coaches to instruct and supervise youth; must have at least one certified coach overseeing the program (the Coach must have successfully completed Making Ethical Decisions).
 

4. For participation in Outdoor JOP, a range suitable for shooting up to 70m. Clubs supply butts, targets and scorecards.

  

Parents & Volunteers


Athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers have the right to participate in a safe and inclusive training and competitive environment that is free of abuse, harassment or discrimination. BC Archery has been implementing processes, procedures and policies to help create and maintain a safe environment for all athletes at every level of participation.

Parents play an important role in the success of their kids and can help to create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for everyone involved. The Respect in Sport Parent Program can help to define a standard of behaviour for all parents, and provide tools to create and maintain safe sport environments. This program is available on a user-pay basis through the co-branded Archery Canada - Respect in Sport platform. The cost of the 1-hour Parent/Family course is $12 per household. Access the course through this link. Watch this video for more information on the program and its benefits.

It is also strictly enforced that any parents and volunteers involved in the program, must complete a Criminal Record check(CRC) and Safe Sport. Reach out to the Executive Director to request the cost free link to request a CRC.

JOP Certificates

Certificates are awarded when a level of achievement is reached within the program.		  



Questions/contact Email

jop@bcarchery.ca