

VANGUARD INITIATIVE
JOAD & ADULT ARCHERY CLUB
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Vanguard Initiative is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization enhancing lives through archery in Arizona!
ARCHERY FOR ALL AGES
Junior Olympic Archery Development (JOAD) is part of a nationwide program through USA Archery. The program provides youth a platform to learn and develop archery skills to compete or enjoy the sport recreationally. We also encourage individuals 21+ years of age to participate in our adult program. No previous experience is required. Archery provides the opportunity to participate in a sport which is centered around goal setting, develops problem solving skills, increases focus, builds confidence and helps create friendships that will last a lifetime.
Our club, like many others throughout the country is facilitated by certified instructor(s) through weekly sessions for members and open to new comers of all ages. Each athletes' progress will be tracked through specific training plans and USA Archery Achievement awards to serve as milestones as they develop.
Whether your interest is purely recreational, Olympic, Paralympic, or World Championship dream, USA Archery's JOAD program is tailored to help the archers achieve their goals. Our club offers reduced pricing for seniors 65+ and military veterans.
SAFETY FIRST!
Believe it or not, archery is statistically one of the world's safest sports.
All of our instructors, staff, and volunteers who have regular contact with youth participants are required to continually participate in training provided by the U.S. Center for Safesport. Safesport works collaboratively with sport organizations to foster a culture of safety by raising awareness, centralizing best practices, and providing education and training to promote respect and prevent abuse.

Kylon Gresham
Founder
USAA Level 3 Coach

Mike Smith, Sr.
Developmental Coach
USA Paralympic Team
Veteran

James (Jim) Gatton
USAA 2020 Male Volunteer Coach of the Year
USAA Level 3 Coach
Veteran


Shamekia Thompson
Community Outreach Coordinator
Lateef Gresham
Treasurer
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SUPPORTERS PAST & PRESENT
