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axe throwing: hitting the bullseye on a group date night

January 31, 2019      16 Comments

Thanks to blogging and my freelance work, I spend quite a bit of time on social media, which is how I first became aware of a new activity making the rounds.

Axe throwing.

Yes. There is actually an activity where you pay your money to go stand in front of a wooden target and hurl axes through the air towards the bullseyes.

And it’s incredible.

The nearest axe cage is probably 35 minutes away from us, and is part of an autobahn go-kart racing venue. Kind of bizarre, but the space absolutely works for Autobahn Axe.

Since we had a larger group (seven people), we opted for a private session. For $35 per person, we got two hours of throwing with our own coach, who would help us master the different techniques and then guide us through different games and competitions.

I was a little nervous about what to expect, especially considering that it was my idea and I wanted it to be great. Truth is, I had nothing to worry about. Within seconds, our coach, Mark, had us all absolutely at ease with the idea that we were hurling actual hatchets through the air.

As we were getting ourselves checked in and settled, we were informed that this was a BYOB type of activity, so one of the couples immediately took themselves to the nearest gas station for wine and beer. I wasn’t entirely sure what kind of adult beverage matched best with axe throwing, but I was in the mood for a beer when it arrived.

The rules were fairly simple. Safety was of utmost importance. There were specific ways to enter the cage, to hold the axe, to throw the axe, and to pass the axe. Nothing was incredibly complicated or difficult to remember and in no time, we were all at ease with the art of axe handling.

First, we learned the basic throw. We could choose to do it with one hands or two (two was way easier for me). There was a trick to gripping and a trick to holding the wrists straight, but once that was mastered, it was not too hard to throw the axe solidly into the target. Aiming was a little stickier, but I got some solid throws.

It was ridiculously empowering to hit the target!

From there, we played different games, pitting men against women, and couples against each other. We had to hit different targets to score points, and avoid other targets to stay in the game. I confess to not having the best luck with actually hitting what I wanted, but I held my own.

The key was really arm positioning and core engagement. We weren’t supposed to feel any strain in the upper arms or shoulders, because we needed to throw from the whole body instead of just the upper part. Since we all know my upper body is not quite where it should be, this was a relief.

We learned how to throw underhanded (which was WAY harder than it looked), to throw two axes from one grip, and ultimately, to throw two axes with two hands at two targets a la Braveheart!

I landed one bullseye for the double-double, and Mr PugRunner stuck both when throwing them together! We may have found his calling.

With the coach’s interaction and a fun group of friends, axe throwing is an incredible night out. I don’t think I’ve laughed so hard in ages.

Not only was it something different, it was also a great in the physical fitness category, so we checked all the boxes! I cannot wait to go again!

Have you ever been axe throwing?

What’s your favorite thing to do for group dates?

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  1. Deborah Brooks says

    January 31, 2019 at 1:02 am

    I have been wanting to try this as well! Looks like a ton of fun
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    • runswithpugs says

      January 31, 2019 at 1:24 am

      So much fun. I wish there was one closer, but it’s worth the drive.

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  2. Jenny|Running On Life says

    January 31, 2019 at 1:38 am

    We haven’t been on a group date FOREVER! But I love being able to go out with other couples and actually adult conversation without the kids for a little bit 🙂

    Reply
  3. Kim G says

    January 31, 2019 at 2:16 am

    This looks like such a fun activity, and very unique too.

    I would definitely be interested in trying this out one day.

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  4. Gisella says

    January 31, 2019 at 3:55 am

    Great article! Loved every bit of it!

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    • runswithpugs says

      February 1, 2019 at 3:09 pm

      <3 So glad you humored my crazy idea!

      Reply
  5. Sandra Laflamme says

    January 31, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    I have never been ace throwing but this looks like such fun! Looks like you had good success too!

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    • runswithpugs says

      February 1, 2019 at 3:09 pm

      Once I got the hang of it, it was bam, bam, bam. I loved that feeling!

      Reply
  6. Stacie Seidman says

    January 31, 2019 at 5:28 pm

    There is a place probably within an hour from me that does this too, and I’ve been DYING to try it out! Sounds like a ton of fun!

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    • runswithpugs says

      February 1, 2019 at 3:08 pm

      Go! Go now! You will love it!

      Reply
  7. Kristen Woolsey says

    January 31, 2019 at 7:54 pm

    This looks CRAZY!! Crazy fun. And nerve wracking…
    I love group activities that both guys and girls would be interested in!
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    • runswithpugs says

      February 1, 2019 at 3:08 pm

      The first few throws were nerve-wracking, but mostly because I wanted to do a great job and was embarrassed that I didn’t stick it right away. Once the coach worked me through what I was doing wrong (and right!) it was fabulous!

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  8. Renée says

    January 31, 2019 at 9:34 pm

    this sounds SO MUCH FUN Jenn! To be honest the only “group” anything I do is either running related or food (and beer) related. But this really sounds amazing! I just found out that we have it in ONE location in the Netherlands and more are coming, so I am TOTALLY going to try to get some friends together to do this!

    https://www.urbanaxethrowing.nl/axe-throwing-locaties/

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    • runswithpugs says

      February 1, 2019 at 3:07 pm

      Oh, my gosh! You need to get this going! You and your friends will LOVE it!

      Reply
  9. Angela Cardamone @marathonsandmotivation.com says

    January 31, 2019 at 9:43 pm

    Oh my goodness, I did not know this even existed! This must be a great way to get out stress too 🙂 I may have to give it a try!!

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    • runswithpugs says

      February 1, 2019 at 3:07 pm

      The best way! Seriously! I really need to go again!

      Reply

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