Mission
Vision
Core Values

Archery teaches far more than just slinging arrows.

Through deliberate practice, participants learn to manage pressure, regulate emotion, set goals, solve problems, recover from mistakes, and build confidence through earned progress.

These skills transfer to school, work, relationships, leadership, and life.

Archery also offers a place for people who may not feel successful or included in traditional team sports. It can be adapted across ages, abilities, and experience levels, allowing each participant to develop at their own pace while remaining part of a larger community.

X10 provides progressive archery education for youth and adults, from first-time participation through recreational, competitive, collegiate, elite, and leadership pathways.

Our work includes:

• Youth and adult archery instruction

• Junior and adult development programs

• Recreational and competitive training

• Coach education and mentorship

• Adaptive and para-archery

• Scholarships and equipment access

• Camps, clinics, tournaments, and community outreach

• Target, field, traditional, and 3D archery

• Conservation and Outdoor Education

Our programs combine technical instruction with personal development, including goal setting, focus, confidence, stress management, sportsmanship, responsibility, and leadership.

We envision a connected archery ecosystem where:

• Young people develop confidence, discipline, and life skills

• Athletes can progress from beginner to advanced levels

• Coaches receive education, mentorship, and leadership opportunities

• Families can access affordable instruction and equipment

• Adaptive athletes are fully included

• Schools and community organizations can use archery as an educational tool

• Conservation and outdoor education prepare youth to become responsible stewards

• Houston has a strong home base for archery training, events, and community

Our long-term goal is to develop capable people, responsible leaders, skilled coaches, and stronger communities.

Human Potential & Personal Responsibility

• We believe ability is not fixed. With opportunity, instruction, effort, and support, people can develop beyond what they initially believe is possible.

• We help participants recognize their agency - their ability to prepare, make choices, respond to setbacks, and take responsibility for their own development.

Excellence & Continuous Learning

• We pursue high standards in coaching, education, governance, programming, and athlete support.

• We also believe excellence requires reflection, adaptability, and a willingness to keep learning. Athletes, coaches, leaders, and organizations must continually evaluate, improve, and grow.

Inclusion

• We welcome participants across ages, backgrounds, experience levels, financial circumstances, and physical abilities.

Community

• We build relationships based on encouragement, accountability, service, and shared purpose.

Integrity

• We act honestly, use resources responsibly, uphold our commitments, and prioritize the well-being of the people we serve.