Just getting started in archery and need help? The Kishwaukee Archers community has some experienced instructors who can help you learn the basics, improve your skills, and shoot with confidence.
The independent instructors listed below are USA Archery certified and SafeSport certified, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment. Feel free to reach out to them directly for lessons, coaching, and more information.
INSTRUCTORS
Jeremy Cox
-USA Archery Level 2 Instructor
-USA Archery Instructor Trainer
-Scouting America archery merit badge counselor
847-324-7587
Jdcox73@msn.com
Jeremy Cox was introduced to archery when his children participated in a Cub Scout archery event and joined the Kishwaukee Archery youth league. Inspired by how enjoyable archery is as a family activity, his family became members of the club, and Jeremy began shooting as well. He now leads archery nights for various groups, including Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Scouting America Troops. Jeremy also enjoys offering private and small group lessons for kids and families. He is a certified USA Archery Level 2 Instructor, an Instructor Trainer, and a Scouting America Archery merit badge counselor.
Jim Chelsvig
-USA Archery Level 3 Instructor
jchelsvig@aol.com.
Jim Chelsvig started as an archery instructor in 2015 and helped run archery activities at various events. After retiring in 2018, he became an assistant instructor at an archery shop in Montgomery, IL, and the following year became the lead instructor for most classes. In late 2020, he began teaching beginner and intermediate archery classes for local park districts, offering classes for ages 9 and up, including seniors, teens, and families. In 2023, he introduced an advanced class for kids excelling in the intermediate level.
Jim teaches using basic recurve bows, though he is skilled with traditional longbows and compound bows. His preferred shooting style is barebow with string walking. He offers individual and group lessons and provides all necessary equipment for beginners.
