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 […]
Axe Golf is a tournament or short game to be played on standard axe targets with rings for scoring. The game can be played on any number of holes, and tournaments can range from 9 to 18 holes. Just like Golf, the objective is to finish the ‘course’ with the lowest number of points. A […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Coach Freya here with an exciting announcement… and a #trickshot @confessionsofanaxethrower
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. […]
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 […]