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Archery Only in the Movies

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:50:04 GMT

Archery Only in the Movies

In 2010 Archery Only was recruited by “SKYWALKER STUDIOS” to work on the sound effects for some of the action firearms scenes for the movie “Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol”.

Working on the fire arm sound effects for this movie was a BLAST! And, spending time at the Skywalker Ranch Studios” in Marin County, CA. was truly epic.

We even had an impromptu “Cookie & Milk” break with the 2 ^nd generation sound Guru Benny Burtt was priceless.

In 2011, Archery Only teamed up with Pixar Studios to work on the animated movie BRAVE.

Wayne Piersol, owner of Archery Only Inc., along with Patrick G. from Pixar Studios did all the archery sound effects. Both gentlemen along with Roger Brown “Blocked Out” the famous BRAVE Archery Tournament scene.

Paying very close attention to details, they blocked out Merida’s perfect shot sequence of arrow nocked, grip, anchoring, focus, release, and a perfect follow through. Brave was voted on YouTube for “Best Archery Scene” in the movies. This detail took Merida’s shooting form to the next level.

Working on an Academy Award Winning Movie and being invited to Pixar Studios for the movie’s Premier was truly a dream come true.

If you stay for the credits, you will see Wayne Piersol’s name appear under “ Special Thanks ”……

NEW – Deluxe Weekend Archery Lessons

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:37:00 GMT

Archery Only is now offering Sunday Archery Classes

This unique 80-minute “Deep Dive” Class will cover basic safety, archery shooting form, proper bow handling, and your very own shooting lane.

Most importantly you will have a TON of FUN!

Classes are held once a month.

1st Class: 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM
2nd Class: 3:40 PM - 5:00 PM

So we’re ready to get started – are you?

There are only 12 spots available for each of the classes, so sign up now!

Restarting Introduction To Archery – Sept 1st

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 04:08:00 GMT

We’re restarting the Introduction To Archery!

Classes are starting again on Wednesday, 1st September and will be held each Wednesday and Thursday evenings.

Intro to Archery is a one-time introductory class for ages 8 and up interested in the sport of archery.

Your 55-minute class will first cover basic safety procedures, proper shooting form, how to check eye dominance, and most importantly how to properly handle a bow. Equipment will be matched to the shooter!

So we’re ready to get started – are you?
Classes fill up fast! Only 10 spots maximum are available for the class, so sign up now!

Brave wins Academy Award

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:43:00 GMT

“Brave” was nominated and won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature at the 2013 Academy Awards.

The Oscar was accepted by Mark Andrews, the Director.

Wayne Piersol of Archery Only assisted in the movie, helping with archery sound effects and advice.

And did you know Brave also won the Best Animated Feature awards at the Golden Globes and the BAFTAs?

Great shot

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 20:01:00 GMT

How about this for a great shot?

This is not the first time we have seen this in the store but here’s the question for you…..

How would you like to get this consistent?

The answer is to take lessons or maybe participate in a league, depending what level you are at. Either way we can help.

Sign up for our Archery Only Newsletter and you will get informed of the various we run with the associated dates and times.

Or check out our group lessons by clicking here .

… and don’t forget practice makes perfect! so consider booking some extra time on one of our 12 indoor shooting lanes!

Whatever you decide to do we look forward to celebrating you splitting an arrow too.