Rack Attack 2020
Announcing RACK ATTACK!! New England’s first Women’s Tournament! Get more information here
July 12, 2020
All posts by: Agawam Axe
April 27, 2020
We miss you!
…not only my place of employment, but also my home. On March 16th , the Axe House temporarily closed its doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions put in place by the government. Myself and my fellow coaches have been spending our days at home, just like everyone else. Some of my coaches have made […]
March 16, 2020
COVID-19 Update at the Axe House
A lot has changed for the State of Massachusetts and numbers in terms of gatherings that we are in a position to limit the contact of our guests while still allowing customers to enjoy the sport, and maybe take a break from the world. Our current policy is limiting groups to 2 or less. We’ll […]
March 14, 2020
COVID-19 Statement
COVID-19 and Visiting the Agawam Axe House Hello fellow axe throwers! We want to take a moment to let you know what precautions we are taking in regard to the COVID-19 pandemic. While cleanliness has always been a high priority at the Agawam Axe House, we are taking extra steps to ensue customers can enjoy […]
November 30, 2019
Choosing an Axe
So now that you have your technique down, it’s time to get an axe of your own. There are so many styles and companies to choose from, so where do you get started? I recommend checking out your local hardware store, Home Depot or Lowes. Please note, when choosing an axe, be aware that some […]
November 27, 2019
The ‘Canadian flick’
One throwing technique that many find helpful is typically referred to as the “Canadian Flick”. I know I said to avoid wrist flicking but this is a completely different type of flicking. The motion is more like throwing a dart while stepping in. You line up your shot with your dominant foot. For example. if […]
November 26, 2019
Axe Throwing 101
So, you want to be an axe thrower? Not sure where to get started? Well you have come to the right place, my friend. As fun and addicting as axe throwing can be, it can also be quite frustrating when getting started. Here you can find some tips and tricks to getting started and improving […]
November 25, 2019
Axe-citing announcement
Coach Freya here with an exciting announcement… and a #trickshot @confessionsofanaxethrower
November 17, 2019
The 5 D’s of Dodgeball… or 4 Basics of Axe Throwing
There are 4 Basic things to master to improve your skills as an axe thrower; let’s see if we can help 1. GRIP 2. STANCE 3. DISTANCE and 4. FOLLOW-THROUGH 1. GRIP Depending on the style you’re throwing (one-handed, two-handed, Canadian flick); mastering your grip will bring you a consistent throw every single time. […]
November 16, 2019
Urban Axe Throwing History
Once upon a time, in a far-away land… (que record scratch). This isn’t a fairytale; this is real life folks. I often get a strange look and a lot of questions when people ask me what I do. My favorite, of course, “Axe throwing? How did you get into that?” My dad taught me in […]
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