Club Coaches

At Pilgrim Bowmen of Boston, we’re proud to have our own coaching team committed to helping archers of all ages and abilities develop their skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Qualified and Passionate

We currently have three archery session coaches. We’re also working towards training additional coaches, which will allow us to offer beginner courses throughout the year and provide even more support for our members.

Jo Gisby

Session Coach

Coaching since: 2022
Bow Type: Recurve

Jo (also known as Panda at the club) enjoys helping beginners get into the world of archery. 

Paul Blackman

Session Coach

Coaching since: 2022
Bow Type: Recurve

Paul enjoys helping beginners get started with good form and confidence. 

Ben Beck

Session Coach

Coaching since: 2024
Bow Type: Compound

Ben is an excellent compound archer who is also interested in helping newer archers develop their skills. He can coach compound or recurve.

What You Can Expect

Whether you’re picking up a bow for the first time or looking to refine your form, our coaches are here to offer friendly, helpful guidance tailored to your goals. Coaching may be available during regular club sessions, and we also run structured courses for beginners.

We believe that good coaching builds confidence, improves technique, and most importantly – helps you enjoy the sport even more.