Who We Are

Limerick Youth Archery Association, Inc., a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Corporation, is an extension of the Limerick Bowmen, Inc. archery club, which has been around since 1956. Since inception, the program has been designed for success.  Our coaching staff includes a hand selected group of archers who have completed the S3DA and/or USA Archery Coaching Certification classes, and hold all the necessary certifications.  For S3DA, that includes a background check and SafeSport certification in addition to the training.  And for USA Archery, that includes a background check and SafeSport certification in addition to the training.

This group of coaches have collectively decided the best way to give back to the sport that has given them so much, is to foster the growth of archery within the next generation. Our coaches are all volunteers, which means all of the proceeds from our classes go straight back into the program and our club, Limerick Bowmen, Inc. 

Our Head Coach, Gary Gerhart, oversees the entire program from the beginner class to the competition team.  He brings with him over 30 years of experience within the sport, competing at not only the local and state levels, but also the national level himself.  During his time competing, he has had the opportunity to shoot professionally, winning himself multiple State Championships, ASA Tournaments and even the Cabela’s Circuit. He truly has a champion mindset, and is able to share his invaluable experience with the kids in our program.