ORLANDO, FL - A skill often used to hunt has now become a fast growing sport. Archery is continuing to grow each year especially here in Florida. in this Florida on a Tankful adventure we explored Orlando Archery Academy where a husband and wife duo are working to teach those young and old the art of archery. 

“We teach you how to shoot the bow, how to make the arrows, how to tune it, it's a one stop shop." Owner Randy Sims explained. 

Here at the Orlando Archery Academy, Randy and his wife Kelli Sims work behind their bench crafting and creating custom arrows, it's just one of the service that make their local business stand out more than most, aside from the fact that they're one of the biggest archery ranges in the area. 

Randy starting his fitness journey as a personal trainer and body builder, to now owning his own archery range. A feat he credits to him and his wife picking up the sport nearly 10 years ago, practicing in their backyard. 

Now both of them holding high level archery certification, Randy a level four olympic instructor and Kelli just clearing level two. An impressive feat and one that allows them to they teach kids adults and athletes all over the country. 

It's a humbling experience for them and a sport they hope to continue to share with their Central Florida community for many years to come. 

"We just love it, most days it doesn't even feel like a job," Randy Sims said. 

They have a variety of archery lessons available that vary in size of classes and days and times. For more information you can head to our website, https://orlandoarcheryacademy.com.