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Last update October 2024
Note: Classes and training are provided in partnership with ABCPT - Arco Besta Clube.
Have you always dreamed of doing archery or crossbow shooting? Are you an archer or crossbowman looking to perfect your technique or a beginner wanting to learn, Arco Besta Clube is ideal for you!
Arco Besta Clube is a non-profit entity whose objective is to promote and practice sports, particularly archery and crossbow shooting, but also blowguns, slingshots, etc.
Regardless of the type of bow (compound, recurve, longbow, horsebow, etc.) or crossbow (compound, recurve, historic) you have, everyone is welcome to practice at our Club.
If you would like to hunt with a bow or crossbow, we can also help you prepare for a conscious introduction to hunting.
If you don't yet have a bow or crossbow and want to try these modalities, you can do so by becoming a Provisional Member and booking trial classes.
Non-member classes
(club provides basic initiation equipment)
Single Class » 20€
Pack 5 Classes » 90€
Package 10 Classes + Sponsor Offer* » 170€
Choose from the various offers available (Bring a friend/family member, In-Store shopping voucher, etc.)
The contribution is made by donation directly to ABCPT - Arco Besta Clube, before the start of the respective class.
The main objective of this is to help with the expenses of the club's current activities, wear and tear on equipment, etc.
Electronic payment methods (ATM, etc.) are normally not available
How to become a member of ABCPT
If you liked shooting and our teaching method, you can become a member of ABCPT and benefit from exclusive conditions for members:
Simply fill out the registration form and send it by email to arcobestaclube (gmail), along with a passport-sized photo and copy of your identification document or, alternatively, present the original at headquarters to confirm the data.
DOWNLOAD THE FORM HERE
Registration costs €22
The annual value of the fees is €48*
*value for registrations until the end of 2024, corresponds to 365 days of membership, after the registration date
ABCPT members receive, among other benefits, the following:
have support in person, online or by video call, to clarify your doubts
Benefit from classes and use of shooting spaces with prices and conditions reserved for members
Benefit from partnerships established with companies
Membership card to justify the ownership and use of your bow or crossbow (read the FAQ'S)
Through our club you can also register with sports federations and obtain sports insurance, participate in tournaments and competitions.
More informations at:
Tel: (+351) 218110479 (Call cost to the fixed network according to your tariff, in Portugal and in roaming.)
/ Mobile phone / Whatsapp (+351) 964755262 (Call cost to the mobile network according to your tariff, in Portugal and in roaming.)
Email: arcobestaclube@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/arcobestaclube.pt/
Headquarters Facilities
They are located at Rua Vale de Stº António 48A, 1170-381 Lisboa, currently operating only as secretarial and support services for members.
In this space you can also find the Arco Besta e Caça Store where you can purchase all the necessary equipment to practice the sports.
Archery Career
Regular training is our ABCPT Archery Range located in the Patrício Prazeres School pavilion, in Lisbon.
Schedules
Weekdays» Monday, Wednesday and Friday » Between 6:15pm~7:45pm
Saturdays » Between 10:30am and 12h30pm
According to the availability of coaches and students and can be carried out outside pre-defined times
Prices/Training options/classes for members
Single classes or packs are recommended for those who cannot train regularly and work in shifts, allowing greater flexibility
Single = 15€
Package 5 = 70€ (to be completed within 90 days)
Package 10 = 130€ (to be completed in 150 days)
Monthly fees
The monthly fee system is ideal for those who practice regularly, and there is supposed to be continuity over the months.
1x Week = 40€ /month
Free transit = 60€/month
In the monthly fee system, ABCPT can make the initiation bow available at the initial stage, but the archer must have his own set of arrows and personal protection (finger tab + armguard)
It is also recommended to register with a Federation* to obtain sports insurance.
Book your next training/class now:
Tel: (+351) 967395315 / 964755262 (Call cost to the mobile network according to your tariff, in Portugal and when roaming.)
(+351)218110479 (Call value to the fixed network according to your tariff, in Portugal and in roaming.)
Email: arcobestaclube@gmail.com
*REFERENCE VALUES for registration in FEDERATIONS (to be confirmed)
FPTA » SIMPLE REGISTRATION + INSURANCE » 25 EUROS / SEASON (SEPTEMBER TO AUGUST)
FPTA » COMPETITION REGISTRATION+ INSURANCE » 50 EUROS / SEASON (SEPTEMBER TO AUGUST)
FABP» REGISTRATION + INSURANCE »60 EUROS / SEASON (JANUARY TO DECEMBER)
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Practices accompanied by preparation for bow hunting with a bow or crossbow
This type of hunting increasingly arouses the interest of hunters, and to provide greater knowledge on this topic we have training aimed at this purpose.
Whether for initial learning, improvement, scope calibration, or practice with your bow or crossbow of choice, come to us
The club also has the possibility of shooting at a height, simulating in particular the top-down shots made from tree platforms and stands.
Equipment rental: If you don't have equipment or want to try before buying, contact us
Our Technical Staff:
João Freitas » Head coach
Coach (Level 3) of the FPTA (Portuguese Archery Federation)
IBEP Hunter Archer Course
President of ABCPT - Arco Besta Clube
Throughout his sporting career he achieved:
14 individual National Champion titles by the Portuguese Archery Federation, 3 individual National Champion titles by the Federation of Archers and Crossbowmen of Portugal, Several National Team Champion titles.
1 World Field Champion Title and 3 European Champion Titles by the IFAA (International Field Archery Association).
1 World Record and several Europeans by IFAA. Several National Individual and team records.
Holder to date of the Absolute National Record for Olympic Shooting - Recurve Bow.
Only Portuguese to obtain the FITA Star (International Archery Federation) 1300 Points in Recurve Bow Men.
Numerous participations representing the Portuguese National Team, including 5 FITA World Championships (Word Archery), participation in the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games as responsible and coach, referee of the sport.
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Carlos Freitas » Coach
is a Master Instructor Trainer for the International Bowhunter Education Program.
Level 4 Coach of the FPTA (Portuguese Archery Federation)
He was a trainer for the EBA (European Archery Association) and the FPTA (Portuguese Archery Federation)
He is a coach of coaches for WA World Archery (formerly FITA),
Recently worked as head of the WA Online Training department - World Archery
Throughout his sporting career he achieved:
11 individual titles of National Hunting Champion -Fed. Archers and Crossbowmen of Portugal
10 individual National Ballroom Champion titles, 8 individual FITA titles - Fed. Portuguese Archery and 2 individual titles of National Field Champion by Fed. Portuguese Archery
2 times European Vice-Champion by IFAA. Several National Records in the F.P.T.A. and F.A.B.P., 32 participations representing the FABP Selection
It was also:
Founding member of the panel of examiners for the Archer-Hunter exams, Technical consultant for the Federation of Archers of Portugal, Referee of the sport.
He held the position of President of the FPTA (Portuguese Archery Federation) and Vice-President of the EBA (European Archery Association)
Archer hunter with extensive experience including trophies obtained on 5 continents.
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Fernando Santos
For several years Scoutmaster trained as a coach at FPTA.
Practitioner and Barebow for several years, he is also an enthusiast of the bow in its historical context.
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Nuno Gonçalo
With a long career as an archer in the Olympic archery category, which includes some national titles and participation in the Portuguese National Team, since 2000 he has dedicated himself to the education and training of archery athletes, as an assistant coach at CCD Sintrense, having joined the ranks in 2024. ABCPT staff
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Miguel Machado
Lover of hunting, kayak fishing and outdoor activities, he has been practicing this activity for decades.
He attended one of the first archer-hunter courses in Portugal, having since become involved with the art of hunting with a bow and crossbow.
With his experience he will certainly be a good help for those who are starting to take their first steps.