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everything you need to know?

 
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 WHAT IS GAME OF THROWING?

 
 

We are an exciting new experience in the axe throwing world. Celebrate special occasions, host private events and join our leagues. Companies love bringing their clients and employees to Game of Throwing to have a great time and bond.


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Our Packages

We have a variety of axe throwing packages available, for all group sizes, with times to suit any occasion.

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Our Lanes

All groups have their own axe throwing lane(s) and a coach that will teach you to throw an axe safely.

 
 
 

First time throwing?

 

 
 
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What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes are a must, it is a sporting activity after all! For safety reasons we cannot allow sandals or open-toe shoes.


 
 
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How long does it take?

New players will have 15 minutes training. This is then followed by your allotted time in the lanes.


 
 

What should I bring?

Bring your A game! Refreshments, non-alcoholic for obvious reasons, are available on site.

 
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 How do you score?

 

 
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scoring Area of Axe:

  • The axe head, blade and cheek up to the front of the eye but not past it.

  • If there is no visible eye of the axe in the top of the axe head then it counts as where the handle would meet if going straight through. To be determined by the official presiding over the match.


 
 
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axes must be inside the black line to count for that value:

  • 1 point for the 5th ring.

  • 2 points for the 4th ring.

  • 3 points for the 3rd ring.

  • 4 points for the 2nd ring.

  • 6 points for the bullseye.

  • 8 points for the Killshot.

If the axe falls before the presiding official scores the axe, the axe is counted as a drop


 
 
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axe throwing distance:

  • One foot must be on the floor while the axe is thrown.

  • Players feet may not cross the 12ft line until both players have thrown their axes or it is a foot fault and scored a zero.

  • Axes must be scored before crossing the line


 
 
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axe throwing technique:

WATL players are allowed to throw axes in one of two ways:

  • Hand holding the axe, in an overhand or underhand position, with the blade facing the target before release.

  • Hands holding the axe with the blade facing the target before release.

  • No other style of throws are permitted.

These are the key points, for full rules visit:
https://worldaxethrowingleague.com/axe-throwing-rules/