# Event Details - **Event Name**: Experience English Longbow - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join Forteza Fitness and Ravensrook Archery for our monthly Historical Archery seminar! Learn to shoot the mythical English Long Bow using techniques passed down through the centuries! Students will be trained to use exact replicas of bows salvaged from the wreck of the Mary Rose in 1545, the archaeological find that became the primary source of most knowledge regarding European archers in the Middle Ages. This class combines hands-on instruction with in-depth lecture on the lives of Yeoman archers, their role in warfare, and the efforts to revive their art. No prior archery experience or equipment necessary. DATE : Thursday, October 8th TIME : 6:30pm to 8:30pm PRICE : $60 per person REQUIRED GEAR : This class is open to the public, however, previous archery experience is highly recommended, but not required. Gear such as bows, arrows, bracers, and targets will be available during class time. For beginner archery experience before the class date, please check out our Taste of Archery courses. All participants must register separately. Refunds or exchanges will not be given after Monday, October 5th. For questions, comments or concerns please reach out to us at frontdesk@fortezafitness.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/experience-english-longbow/200030675633508 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: 4437 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60640 - **lat**: 41.96266 - **long**: -87.67356 - **full address**: 4437 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60640 ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Experience English Longbow - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/437ab5618f79ae297061a940bf099ec2eb9bd2c0432a3aeb94f9ad17cb3a292d-rimg-w768-h960-dc986828-gmir?v=1788875227 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Experience English Longbow being held? - **A:** Experience English Longbow takes place on Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm at 4437 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, Illinois 60640. - **Q**: Who is organizing Experience English Longbow? - **A:** Experience English Longbow is organized by Forteza Fitness and Martial Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Experience English Longbow is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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